AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoData Center Transparency: Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law requiring New Jersey data centers to report water and energy use to the Board of Public Utilities every six months, including cooling and IT power, peak daily water, water sources, and backup power—aimed at stopping “operate in the shadows” practices and supporting community benefit talks. Regulatory Scrutiny: A new investigation alleges a Vineland, NJ AI data center (DataOne) ran dozens of unpermitted gas generators, raising health and compliance concerns while NJDEP says it’s investigating. Cybersecurity: CISA warned that in July alone, malicious activity targeted 100+ internet-exposed systems in the U.S. water sector, with PLCs hit across multiple states including New Jersey. Public Safety/Health: Baxter recalled multiple injectables nationwide after potential fiberglass/metal contamination was found, including shipments to NJ. Local Infrastructure: Phillipsburg’s Black Bridge repair work is progressing after negotiations involving NJ DOT and Norfolk Southern, with a senator helping bridge gaps between demands and safety provisions. Consumer/Legal: A suit says an importer duped a NJ distributor to steal a grocery business. Community & Workforce: Seton Hall launched a Peace Corps Prep program for undergrads, building sector training and field experience for international service.
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