AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPFAS Settlement: Maplewood-based 3M will pay $7.35 billion over nine years to settle claims tied to PFAS in firefighting foam that contaminated drinking water; the company admitted no liability. Advanced Manufacturing: Honeywell won a $23.15 million Navy order for microelectronics equipment and sustainment at its Plymouth facility. BAE Systems’ $138 million submarine-propulsor contract also draws on manufacturing and engineering facilities in Minneapolis. Data Center Debate: Minnesota communities’ concerns over hyperscale data centers helped drive voter turnout, while Great Lakes advocates warn that growing water demand adds pressure on the region’s freshwater. Local Tech: Waymo driverless taxis are coming to Minneapolis. STEM Learning: The Science Museum of Minnesota secured $2.5 million to expand STEM programs statewide.
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