Wed.May 01, 2024

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New Maps Show Where Tyson Foods Is Polluting Water

Union of Concerned Scientists

Tyson Foods, the largest meat and poultry producer in the United States, churns out billions of animal products each year. In addition to countless ribeye steaks and chicken nuggets, Tyson also produces contaminated wastewater—over 18.5 billion gallons in 2022 alone. This toxic stew includes animal parts and byproducts like blood and feces, pathogens like E. coli and Enterococcus , and nitrogen and phosphorus that can deplete oxygen in bodies of water.

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How the ICC is Using International Criminal Law to Prosecute Suspects of Eco Crimes

Legal Planet

There are many different ways that our global society has attempted to address environmental damage and climate change. We fund climate technology startups. We elect representatives that keep the climate in mind. We start nonprofits dedicated to reestablishing our collective sustainable relationships with earth systems. And we litigate in civil and federal courts at the national level when environmental rights have been violated.

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The new drugs preventing allergic reactions to peanuts and other foods

New Scientist

Incredible results from trials of several new medications show they can prevent potentially deadly reactions to foods like peanuts, eggs and dairy - and may one day treat asthma

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Increasingly Frequent Ocean Heat Waves Trigger Mass Die-Offs of Sealife, and Grief in Marine Scientists

Inside Climate News

Heat waves recently extended across nearly 30 percent of the world’s oceans, an expanse equivalent to the surface area of North America, Asia, Europe and Africa. By Bob Berwyn Over the past several years, the temperature of the Earth’s oceans have been spiking high enough to trigger numerous die-offs of marine species , killing millions of corals, fish, mammals, birds and plants.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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

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Longest-Ever COVID Infection Lasted More Than 600 Days

Scientific American

A Dutch man with lymphoma and other blood disorders was infected with the COVID-causing virus for nearly two years, during which time the pathogen evolved numerous mutations

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GPS jamming traced to Russia after flights over Europe suspended

New Scientist

Finnair has cancelled flights to Tartu in Estonia this month because of an ongoing GPS jamming attack – and there is evidence that the attack is being controlled from Russia

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Kill the sun! How wild thought experiments drive scientific discovery

New Scientist

My colleagues call me a supervillain for trying to destroy the cosmos, but this kind of imaginative thinking isn't so far from what scientists do, says space reporter Leah Crane

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Chatbots Have Thoroughly Infiltrated Scientific Publishing

Scientific American

One percent of scientific articles published in 2023 showed signs of generative AI’s potential involvement, according to a recent analysis

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The "science of weird s**t" and making sense of the paranormal

New Scientist

Chris French, who runs the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit at Goldsmiths, explores what lies behind claims of ghosts, aliens and reincarnation in his new book

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How Some Common Medications Can Make People More Vulnerable to Heat

Scientific American

As climate change brings more intense heat waves, scientists are trying to understand how certain medications interact with the body’s thermoregulation system

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Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation

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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Being angry for just 8 minutes could increase risk of a heart attack

New Scientist

People who were asked to recall past events that made them angry experienced a change to their blood vessels that has been linked with heart attacks

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Exercise Helps Your Brain as Much as Your Body

Scientific American

Instead of just asking questions about how exercise helps our bodies, let’s also consider how it helps our brains

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The shift to LED lighting is stopping us from seeing our night skies

New Scientist

From an energy perspective, the move away from sodium vapour lamps to LEDs is great, but the news isn't so good when it comes to light pollution.

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Meet the Most Famous Grizzly in the World

PBS Nature

Crowds await the arrival of Grizzly 399, the most famous bear in Grand Teton National Park. When she arrives, she surprises "her fans" with an exceptional litter of four cubs.

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Shaping a Resilient Future: Climate Impact on Vulnerable Populations

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.

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European summers will be hotter than predicted because of cleaner air

New Scientist

By ignoring declining air pollution, regional climate models have greatly underestimated how hot Europe's summers and heatwaves will become

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Meteorites in Antarctica Are Getting Harder to Find because of Climate Change

Scientific American

As climate change warms the poles, precious Antarctic meteorites will melt their way down out of scientists’ reach

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The best new science fiction books of May 2024

New Scientist

A new Stephen King short story collection, an Ursula K. Le Guin reissue and a celebration of cyberpunk featuring writing from Philip K.

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Asbury Woods Environmental Center Hosts Trout In The Classroom Release May 11 In Erie

PA Environment Daily

The Asbury Woods Environmental Center will host a Trout In The Classroom trout release event on May 11 at Lake Pleasant Conservation Area in Erie from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. The eggs were provided to Asbury Woods by the Fish & Boat Commission and Trout Unlimited in January and were raised in tanks in the Asbury Woods exhibit hall. Now that the trout have reached the fingerling stage of their lifecycle, it’s time to let them go!

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Father's gut microbiome may affect infant health

New Scientist

Disrupted gut microbiomes in male mice increase their offspring’s risk of low birth weight, stunted growth and premature death

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Colorado Lawmakers Must Approve Landmark Proposal to Fund Public Transit

NRDC

SB24-230 offers a tremendous opportunity to fund transit service through a fee on oil and gas production in Colorado—linking a key source of climate and ozone pollution with a key solution.

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Here's an easier way to improve the drainage of heavy clay soil

New Scientist

Digging sand or grit into clay soils is a drainage fix that has been around for years, but James Wong turns to nature to find a less backbreaking solution

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How Do We Know Anything For Certain?

Scientific American

Some practical advice for how to sit, happily, joyfully, with uncertainty—and in doing so, grow and learn from it.

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Why warm drinks taste more alcoholic than cold ones

New Scientist

Chemists have found a link between the taste of a beverage and the shapes formed by its water and ethanol molecules, which explains why spirits like whisky taste more alcoholic at warmer temperatures

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Hollow Oak Land Trust Hosts May 22 Land Steward Kick-Off Meeting On Caring For Land In Conservation Easements In Allegheny County

PA Environment Daily

The Allegheny County-based Hollow Oak Land Trust will host a May 22 Land Steward Kick-Off Meeting for volunteers interested in helping to maintain properties protected by the land trust. The meeting will be held from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Robin Hill Park, 949 Thorn Run Road in Moon Township, Allegheny County. Whether you’re a seasoned conservationist or someone eager to make a difference, the Land Steward Program welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and experience levels.

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How to make $138,000 from shredded banknotes – if you're in Hong Kong

New Scientist

Feedback is intrigued by the possibilities of a new paper theorising that computer vision could be used to reconstruct shredded banknotes contained in a paperweight souvenir

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Will Congress Prioritize Sustainable, Equitable Transportation for FY 2025?

NRDC

Continued investment in priority programs will be crucial to ensuring that the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law meets its climate and equity goals.

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These stunning close-up photos offer a window onto the world of bees

New Scientist

From an orchid bee to a violet carpenter bee, these images show the insects in amazing detail

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Air Pollution Could Potentially Exacerbate Menopause Symptoms, Study Says

Inside Climate News

University of Michigan researchers linked PM2.5, a type of air pollutant, to estrogen decrease during the menopause transition. By Gina Jiménez Some air pollutants can disrupt hormone levels during the menopause transition, possibly exacerbating symptoms, according to a paper published earlier this year in the journal Science of Total Environment.

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Odd bump on praying mantis chest is actually world’s weirdest tongue

New Scientist

A bristly bump on some mantises’ chests is a never-before-seen “gustifolium”, which may have evolved to help the insects with their highly specialised lifestyles

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3 Ways Scientific Thinking Could Help Save the World

Scientific American

A physicist, a philosopher and a psychologist are working together to bring better, smarter decision-making to the masses

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India's next leader will have the chance to lead the world on climate

New Scientist

The future prime minister of this increasingly powerful nation should be prepared to play a key role in global climate policy

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Gregory L. Ebel: The Pipeline Pusher

Enviromental Defense

We’ve been closely following all the controversy surrounding Enbridge’s greenwashing and price gouging in Ontario, so we knew we had to make some additions to the Climate Villains roster. Welcome Gregory L. Ebel, the CEO of Enbridge, to our list of infamous Climate Villains – powerful people with fossil fuel interests holding Canada back from effective climate action.

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The unexpected effects of nostalgia on our health and at work

New Scientist

Nostalgia isn’t only about a rose-tinted view of the past.

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