AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBanking & Business: Beacon Bank earned a five-star spot on Newsweek’s 2026 America’s Best Regional Banks list, highlighting its Vermont footprint and local decision-making. EV Market: Vermont passed 20,000 EVs on the road, with Drive Electric Vermont estimating driving electric can run about $1.75/gallon equivalent thanks to used EVs and discounted charging. Energy & Data Centers: States are moving to regulate data centers as residents push back over energy use, water demand, noise, and waste—while supporters argue they’re key to jobs and growth. Legal/Policy: Seven Democratic-led states, including Vermont, sued the Trump administration over a $1 billion TotalEnergies offshore wind deal to end projects, arguing it’s illegal and could raise energy costs. Public Health & Regulation: Kratom poisonings have surged 1,200% over the past decade as regulators struggle to keep up with rising risks. Community & Workforce: UVM Health’s Project SEARCH celebrated eight graduates, showing how workplace rotations can build independence for young adults with disabilities. Local Environment: DEC released shoreland guidance urging property owners to protect lake ecosystems with native plantings, rain gardens, and no-mow zones.
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