AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMonk Seal Court Case: A Washington tourist accused of throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pleaded not guilty in Honolulu federal court and stayed silent when asked to comment or apologize. A judge ordered him to stay away from beaches and marine wildlife while the case moves forward. Climate Finance Watch: An AFP investigation found a Tuvalu climate trust fund invested in fossil fuels, including coal and major oil refining—prompting Tuvalu to review its “fossil fuel exposure.” Community Science for Wildlife: NOAA-linked “Honu Count” turtle shell etchings are helping scientists track green sea turtles and refine protected habitat boundaries, with public reports feeding the work. Ocean Heat Alarm: Scientists say a giant Pacific marine heatwave is likely to intensify, with risks for ecosystems from Hawaii up the West Coast. Local Restoration: Upcountry Maui’s Rotary Club will volunteer at the Kula Community Watershed Alliance nursery to plant native species for replanting in the 2023 burn scar.
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