AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHawaiʻi Volcano Watch: Scientists are asking residents to help map where Kīlauea tephra (volcanic glass and rock) is landing after recent explosive episodes, using a new online form to track fallout across the island. Local Water Infrastructure: Windward Oʻahu’s Kailua Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant broke ground on $85M in upgrades, including biotower rehabilitation and a new dewatering building to modernize aging systems. Agriculture & Biosecurity: A Hilo research center is using advanced tissue culture to keep Okinawan sweet potatoes and Hawaiian ʻuala virus-free. Public Health Research: UH Mānoa researchers report Native Hawaiians experience mobility limitations at younger ages than other groups, using state health survey data. Space & Tech: United completed its first Boeing 777 Starlink Wi‑Fi retrofit in Rio de Janeiro, with more 777s planned. Science from Maunakea: Astronomers using the Keck Observatory on Hawaiʻi Island announced DF9, a rare galaxy with almost no dark matter. Energy Costs: U.S. gas prices dipped below $4 a gallon, but remain about 25% higher than last year.
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