AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 minutes agoColorado River Crisis: Lake Mead hit a record low, dropping to about 1,040.4 feet—another grim marker for the Southwest’s water future as drought and heat keep shrinking reservoirs. Wildfire Smoke & Fire Weather: Smoke from Pacific Northwest fires continues to blanket Wyoming and trigger air quality alerts, while southeast Wyoming faces Red Flag Fire warnings with gusty, dry conditions that can spark fast-spreading flames. Local Climate/Weather Outlook: Northern Rockies forecasts keep smoke and summer heat in place through the weekend, with a better shot at showers and thunderstorms later in the week as the pattern shifts. Wyoming Research: UW researchers published a “gas-aware” framework for choosing underground storage sites for CO2, hydrogen, and natural gas—aimed at safer, smarter subsurface decisions. Wildlife & Habitat: A major Science study using bison DNA from Wyoming sites reshapes the story of how North American bison evolved and how much cattle ancestry exists in modern herds. Energy Transition: Utah’s solar generation surpassed coal and gas in May, a sign of how fast the region’s power mix is shifting—relevant to Wyoming’s air-quality and climate stakes. Data Centers & Water: Cheyenne-area developers and utilities discussed water use and cooling plans, as residents push for clarity on environmental impacts.
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