AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHeat & health: Germany’s Robert Koch Institute estimates about 5,120 heatwave-related deaths this year, with most fatalities among people 75+ as Western Europe records its hottest June on record. Climate resilience in schools: Brussels’ Dutch-language schools are still badly prepared for prolonged heat, with only 1 in 4 having ventilation and many lacking insulation or double glazing—prompting calls for faster climate-proofing. Waterway decarbonisation: Corvus Energy won a battery systems deal for two new river cruise ships from Scylla Shipping, aiming for emission-free port stays and lower emissions on inland routes. Sustainable shipping recognition: Port of Rotterdam Authority honoured Jan Fransen with the Sleepanker award for decades of improving safety and environmental performance through the Green Award certification network. Circular economy & green shipbuilding: The EU, Spain and the Netherlands highlighted Bangladesh’s recycling and green shipbuilding push during a visit to cotton recycling and shipyard sites. Biodiversity & nature: A piece on the value of biodiversity for regional landscapes adds to the week’s focus on protecting ecosystems.
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