AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoHeat & Health: South Korea is bracing for another round of record-breaking heat, with tropical nights and humidity pushing perceived temperatures higher; foreigners in Daegu say the sticky heat feels worse than home. Circular Textiles: South Korea’s KRW 73 billion recycling push targets textile exports, aiming to turn more waste into usable inputs and close gaps in post-consumer textile recycling. Water for AI Data Centers: Ecolab’s CEO says the company is investing heavily in water-saving cooling tech for AI infrastructure, as concerns grow over data-center energy and water use. Wildlife & Nature Protection: A Siamese crocodile was found in a South Korean stream, and police are hunting for its owner—another reminder that wildlife trafficking can spill into local ecosystems. Seoul Urban Cooling: Seoul is deploying chilled-water fridges to protect heat-vulnerable residents during heat waves. Recycling & Industry: Korea’s fibre base and chemical-recycling capabilities are being positioned for export, with AI-based sorting highlighted as key to tackling mixed-fibre textile waste. Markets & Volatility (context): The KOSPI logged its biggest-ever single-day gain as chipmakers rebounded, but regulators keep worrying about retail leverage fueling wild swings.
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