PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2023

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session May 22, 23, 24, June 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 -- Committee Schedule Senate holds Regular Session June 5, 6, 7, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- 82 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students And Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week [PaEN] --

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Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Renewable Energy 104

New Scientist

MAY 14, 2023

Fears are growing that seismic activity known as frost quakes or ice quakes – which can cause huge cracks in roads and houses – are becoming more frequent because of climate change

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A Greener Life

MAY 14, 2023

By Anders Lorenzen Research by the University of Birmingham in collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey has found that a tiny flightless midge, which has colonised Antarctica ’s Signy Island, is driving fundamental changes to the island’s soil ecosystem. Graphic identifying the spread of Eretmoptera murphyi on Antarctica’s Signy Island. Graph credit: University of Birmingham.

Climate Change 52

Climate Change 52

New Scientist

MAY 14, 2023

What looks like a production line in a UK scrapyard is actually taking cars apart rather than building them – part of efforts to create a more sustainable car industry

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Recycling 98

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets.

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Greenbuilding Law

MAY 14, 2023

In a proactive move toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings in the state, the Maryland Department of the Environment has today released draft regulations to implement key aspects of Senate Bill 528 of 2022 – The Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022. This blog post explores the implementation of SB 528, highlights some major elements of the draft regulations, and discusses the potential impact of these measures on the environment and businesses in Maryland.

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Regulations Climate Change 2025 2022 52

New Scientist

MAY 14, 2023

Children aged 6 to 9 are more likely than adults to save the life of a dog, pig or chimpanzee over a person in a hypothetical “trolley problem” scenario

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New Scientist

MAY 14, 2023

The second series of this show about Earth 66 million years ago is a joy to watch - but it inspires more than it informs.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2023

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Moms Clean Air Force Blog: Happy Mother’s Day To My Growing, Badass Climate Community - By Alexandra Zissu -- Observer-Reporter: Canon-McMillian H.S. Team Wins Washington County Envirothon -- Warren Times: Aletta Marie Summers Returns To PA Wildlife Leadership Academy As Wildlife Conservation Ambassador -- Dallas Youth Commit To Conservation With North Branch Land Trust In Luzern

Air Pollution 84

Air Pollution Greenhouse Natural Gas Conservation 84

PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2023

Here are 82 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- Moms Clean Air Force Blog: Happy Mother’s Day To My Growing, Badass Climate Community - By Alexandra Zissu -- PA Wilds Center Announces Winners Of 2023 PA Wilds Champion Awards; Recognition Dinner J

Conservation 109

Conservation Air Pollution Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 109

PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2023

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- Gov. Shapiro -- Post-Gazette - Salena Zito: A Governor Who Governs - Shapiro Looks Back, And Forward, After 100 Days In Office -- Wilkes-Barre Times Guest Essay: How PA Can Become A True Economic Leader - By Gov. Shapiro -- WESA: Shapiro Touts Corporate Tax Cuts To Philly Business Chamber -- City & State PA: Keeping Track Of Senate Confirmation Of Shapiro Cabinet Nominations -- PA Senate/House -- PennLive - Jan Murphy: Senat

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Politics Natural Gas Recycling 2023 110

Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition

Diversity, Equity, Justice, and Inclusion (DEJI) policies, programs, and initiatives are critically important as we move forward with public and private sector climate and sustainability goals and plans. Underserved and socially, economically, and racially disadvantaged communities bear the burden of pollution, higher energy costs, limited resources, and limited investments in the clean energy and transportation sectors.

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