New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
The rapid growth of solar power led to a record-breaking year for clean energy generation in 2023, and the year is expected to mark the start of a long-term decline in fossil fuels
Cool Green Science
MAY 7, 2024
A Nature Conservancy preserve in Moab, Utah offers hopeful news for endangered razorback suckers: this fall, 51 juvenile suckers were […] The post Utah Nursery Gives Endangered Fish a Place to Grow appeared first on Cool Green Science.
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New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
Analysis of thousands of exchanges between the intelligent cetaceans suggests they combine short click patterns – similar to letters of the alphabet - into longer sequences
Enviromental Defense
MAY 7, 2024
Statement by Aliénor Rougeot, Program Manager, Climate and Energy Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Alberta’s newly announced Oil Sands Mine Water Steering Committee is just another attempt to delay action and distract from the daily harm caused by toxic tailings in the tar sands.
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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)
MAY 7, 2024
Photo credit: USDA For over a year and a half, countless farmers and ranchers nationwide have been sending an unmistakable message to policymakers in Washington, DC – that the climate-smart agriculture funding included in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is exactly what they’ve been looking for. Since the IRA was signed into law on August 16, 2022, the farmer-driven demand – in red states and blue states alike – for these resources has far outpaced availability.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
Birman and Burmese cats typically live for more than 14 years while sphynxes live less than half as long on average, finds a study of pet cats in the UK
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Enviromental Defense
MAY 7, 2024
For Canada’s major oil and gas producers, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a get-out-of-jail-free card, which allows them to keep on polluting while appearing as though they are taking the threat of climate change seriously. CCS is a multi-billion dollar boondoggle that doesn’t come close to the hype, has significant safety risks, and is a substantial distraction from real climate solutions, such as building more renewable energy, increasing electricity transmission infrastructure, and
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
A report by Moody & Associates documents adverse groundwater impacts from the land application disposal of conventional oil and gas wastewater concluding-- "The water quality data generated from this study indicates that the long term discharge of shallow oil field produced water to the ground surface is not a viable management practice." [ page 26 ] The Moody study, commissioned by the conventional oil and gas industry, studied whether land application of conventional oil and gas wastewater
Inside Climate News
MAY 7, 2024
The research’s high end precipitation predictions could ease drying, but the models also show a possible decline in the river and the researchers urge “conservation and thoughtful management.” By Alex Hager, KUNC Good news on the Colorado River is rare. Its reservoirs, the two largest in the country, have shrunk to record lows. The policymakers who will decide its future are stuck at an impasse.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
The strategy for tracking bird flu in US dairy cattle falls worryingly short of what is needed to prevent the outbreak from widening and potentially spreading to humans
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.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
The Governor's Invasive Species Council celebrates the second annual Pennsylvania Native Species Day on Thursday, May 16. Mark your calendars and plan to join in! All organizations, government offices, farms, schools, and businesses are welcome to join in with their own activities. Why celebrate and protect Pennsylvania's native species? Pennsylvania is home to diverse native plants, trees, insects, fish, birds, and mammals that originated thousands of years ago and thrive in mutual dependence.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
The strategy for tracking bird flu in US dairy cattle falls worryingly short of what is needed to prevent the outbreak from widening and potentially spreading to humans
PBS Nature
MAY 7, 2024
As their territory expands into cattle country, local ranchers reassert that grizzlies should be delisted under the Endangered Species Act, which would pave the way for legal hunting of the bears.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
Researchers are aiming to make the northern quoll resistant to the toxic cane toads wiping it out in Australia, but little progress has been made
Speaker: Laurie Schoeman Director, Climate & Sustainability, Capital
As households and communities across the nation face challenges such as hurricanes, wildfires, drought, extreme heat and cold, and thawing permafrost and flooding, we are increasingly searching for ways to mitigate and prevent climate impacts. During this event, national climate and housing expert Laurie Schoeman will discuss topics including: The two paths for climate action: decarbonization and adaptation.
Scientific American
MAY 7, 2024
Every now and then, tiny particles of antimatter strike Earth from cosmic parts unknown.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
Software that has been blocked from connecting to the internet should be secure from hacking attempts, but now researchers have found a way to sneak data out by varying the speed of the computer's processor
Inside Climate News
MAY 7, 2024
As temperatures warm, some animals are expanding their geographic range—and overlapping with humans. By Kiley Price All around the world, the climate crisis has species on the move. This widespread shuffling can push animals closer to humans, with potentially disastrous consequences. Overall, a growing body of research shows that climate change is increasing global cases of human-wildlife conflict and the risk of zoonotic disease spillover.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
Winners of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Litter Hawk Youth Award Program were recognized at a ceremony at the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg on May 2. Winning students, their families and legislators with winning students in their district were invited to attend a ceremony honoring the Litter Hawk Youth Award winners and participants. Over 50 people showed up to support and celebrate the winners and their efforts.
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New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
An implantable heart pump could help children with heart failure awaiting transplants forego bulky devices that require long hospital stays
Scientific American
MAY 7, 2024
Using forests to prop up carbon markets can lead to “perverse effects” on land management, such as cutting out local communities
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
On May 7, environmental, conservation, anglers, and sporting groups from all over Pennsylvania are gathering in Harrisburg to educate state legislators about five key clean water policies during Clean Water Education Day. Led by Choose Clean Water Coalition , Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed , and members of Healing Our Waters-Great Lakes Coalition , the groups representing watersheds across Pennsylvania share their top five legislative priorities that aim to protect and ensure access
National Law Center
MAY 7, 2024
US International Trade Court Judge Vaden to deliver Western Conference keynote National Ag Law Center presents 2nd Annual Western Agricultural Law. The post US International Trade Court Judge Vaden to deliver Western Conference keynote appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
Global temperatures in April 2024 were 1.
Scientific American
MAY 7, 2024
An infinite number of random events can produce just about anything if you have quintillions of years to wait
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
DEP’s Citizens Advisory Council is scheduled to meet on May 14 to hear presentations on electronic waste, food processing residuals and review air quality regulations. Also on the agenda is an update on agency activities by Ramez Ziadeh, Acting DEP Executive Deputy Secretary. Larry Holley, DEP’s Director of the Bureau of Waste Management, and High Garst from the Policy Office will do a presentation on food processing residuals.
New Scientist
MAY 7, 2024
A practical superconductor would transform the efficiency of electronics.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
On May 22, Penn State Extension will host an in-person Tap Talk: Deep Dive Into Vernal Pools Workshop at the Collusion Tap Works , 105 S. Howard Street in oak from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy an evening out with Betsy Leppo, Invertebrate Zoologist with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy who will speak about unique seasonal wetlands called vernal pools and the fascinating life found in them.
Scientific American
MAY 7, 2024
WHO now admits the COVID virus and other germs spread “through the air.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 7, 2024
The DCNR Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to meet May 22 to hear updates on the State Forest Strategic Plan and State Outdoor Recreation Plan and a report from the NextGen Council. Also on the agenda is an update on agency activities from DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. Comments On ATV Pilot After its fall field trip to the ATV Regional Connector Pilot, CNRAC issued a memo to DCNR outlining its observations and recommendations.
Scientific American
MAY 7, 2024
A study of mice starts to unravel how the brain gets tricked by a particular optical illusion
Nanotech
MAY 7, 2024
On April 22, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) issued a final rule amending the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to restructure and update the regulations to focus on current environmental and sustainability matters and to implement a requirement for agencies to procure sustainable products and services to the maximum extent practicable. 89 Fed.
Endangered Species Law
MAY 7, 2024
On April 24 and 25, 2024, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit unanimously upheld two federal district court decisions rejecting challenges to the federal approvals for the Vineyard Wind offshore wind farm in the cases of Nantucket Residents Against Turbines v. U.S. Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (“ ACK RATs ”), [1] No. 23-1501, and Melone v.
Nanotech
MAY 7, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced on April 9, 2024, the release of an updated “Interim Guidance on the Destruction and Disposal of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances and Materials Containing Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances.” According to EPA, the updated guidance “reflects the latest, best available science to provide information that managers of [per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)] wastes can use to evaluate the most appropriate destructio
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