AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPFAS Research Funding: Landmark College and Vermont partners won a $7.9M NSF grant to build a PFAS Environmental Research Network, with students helping track “forever chemicals” in groundwater and soil. Energy Storage Progress: DOE cleared $19M for a Vermont long-duration battery project’s installation phase, and NOMAD received authorization to advance a Vermont energy storage effort. Agriculture Grants: Vermont’s Working Lands Enterprise Initiative offers free grant planning help for eligible farm and food businesses applying for the Business Enhancement Grant (Oct. 9–Dec. 10). Construction & Traffic: Vermont Business Magazine published the Sept. 7 weekly roadwork plan, including I-89 paving and bridge rehabilitation that will bring lane closures and speed limits. Local Business Leadership: Peckham Industries named John R. Peckham interim CEO, aiming for continuity as leadership transitions. Workforce & Trades: Kelley Bros Access Control Group added Tyra Lanpher as a technician in Barre, highlighting experience in electrical systems and compliance. Dairy Market Watch: A comparison of Irish and U.S. milk supply shows Irish prices stabilizing while U.S. production rises across major dairy states.
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