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Climate & Food Security: A new report flags climate change risks to 10 Georgia foods, driven by warmer winters, fewer chill hours, earlier blooms, stronger storms, and shifting rainfall—putting crops like peaches and blueberries at particular risk. Wildlife & Biodiversity: Georgia DNR confirmed a rare Altamaha spinymussel was found in the wild again after more than a decade, with researchers detecting the federally endangered freshwater mussel in the Ocmulgee River. Public Input on Species Protection: DNR opened a comment period (Aug. 28–Sept. 20) on proposed updates to Georgia’s Protected Species List, including adding/removing species and aligning status with federal listings. Community Greening: Under PM Kobakhidze’s “My First Sapling” program, more than 40,000 Georgia first-graders will plant trees to expand green space and support biodiversity. Waste & Air Quality Watch: A recycling facility fire in South Fulton continued to burn, sending thick smoke and prompting officials to assess possible environmental impacts. Data Centers & Local Governance: Effingham County’s proposed OpenAI data center faces scrutiny over secrecy, environmental impacts, and utility costs as Georgia Senate contenders weigh in.

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