Academy of Natural Sciences

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Start by shopping fresh —think local fruits, vegetables and grains— and avoiding pre-packaged, plastic-wrapped foods and drinks whenever possible; these items create a lot of waste and often include unnecessary preservatives. Also consider giving a ticket to a super-fun family event or science summer camp happening after the holidays!

Carbon Emissions 90

Carbon Emissions Recycling Biodegradable Waste 90

Academy of Natural Sciences

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Sewage, bloody animal remains, oil and coal, chemical waste and garbage all made its way regularly into the water of many rivers, creeks, lakes and streams. Waterways across the U.S. were unsanitary places before the Clean Water Act. Something had to be done about the state of our rivers and streams.

Clean Water Act 103

Clean Water Act Waste Regulations Environmental Science 103

Academy of Natural Sciences

MARCH 3, 2022

Dog waste is considered pollution. Despite the commonly held beliefs that it’s natural or will provide nutrients back to Earth, this is actually not the case. Bag up your pup’s waste and throw it away. Or consider whether a commercial composting or waste facility near you will accept it. .

Waste 105

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Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 28, 2022

From their respective disciplines, they’re converting industrial food waste into plastic, building electric vehicle batteries with domestic materials and helping vulnerable citizens adapt to extreme weather, to name a few. Each project is exciting in its potential and gives us hope for the future, because the No.

Climate Change 52

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2022

Billion Hole In Conventional Oil & Gas Well Bonding; Opposed Regs Making Natural Gas Pipelines Safer, Reducing Methane Emissions Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater Goes Solar To Produce Clean, Renewable Energy In Fayette County Green Building Alliance Receives Grant From Henry L.

Conservation 52

Conservation Waste Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

APRIL 14, 2022

Cleaning up the sources of the so-called miasmas — dirt and organic waste — did in fact remove the microbial sources of many other illnesses. By 1822, the Philadelphia water system was state of the art, both for engineering and for the nascent science of public health.

Politics 52

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Academy of Natural Sciences

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Of course, the most effective way to reduce waste is to not create it in the first place. Reducing and reusing items can save on the amount of unnecessary waste that’s transported to landfills! Fast fashion is quickly becoming a major source of landfill waste. Every year Americans produce 14–16 million tons of unwanted textiles.

Recycling 98

Recycling Waste Climate Change 98

Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Over 130 delegates from across the country came together on the weekend of September 23 for America’s first ever Local Conference of Youth (LCOY USA), hosted at Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University. A University Commitment.

Climate Change 52

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Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The rivers that gird the city are our gateway to the world, a source of drinking water, and, paradoxically, a site for waste disposal. The hydrological system is being stressed in ways that are both more subtle and more lasting than the flushes of sewage and industrial waste. Some of the newer stressors are specific to Philly.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1

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Natural Gas Renewable Energy Electricity Clean Energy 92

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 14, 2022

She is a supporter of River friendly garden concepts, and implemented an addition to stream waste reduction by having weekly garden and yard waste collections as part of a recycling program to limit the amount of trash being incinerated or landfilled. is responsible for saving more than 2,000 acres.

Conservation 70

Conservation Natural Sciences Climate Change Waste 70

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

9 Webinar: Tackling The Next Half Century Of Water Challenges.

2029 62

2029 Natural Gas Natural Sciences Conservation 62

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

14 Webinar: Discover Your Options For Land Protection With The Western PA Conservancy - Preserving Exceptional Places Since 1945 [PaEN] -- Sustainable Pittsburgh: Nov. 15 CEOs For Sustainability C-Suite Summit Features Practical Pathways For Businesses To Decarbonize [PaEN] -- Independent Fiscal Office Holds Nov.

Natural Gas 74

Natural Gas Recycling Conservation Waste 74

Academy of Natural Sciences

JULY 30, 2021

The report, issued in conjunction with EAT Forum, also called for curbing food waste, a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, and improving agriculture so it lessens deforestation and reduces water use. Reduce food waste. Livestock require huge amounts of land and water and produce harmful methane. Courtesy Anne Sprat/Unsplash.

Greenhouse 98

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Academy of Natural Sciences

APRIL 20, 2021

Spraying to kill nymphs or adults is of little value, won’t have an effect, and they aren’t going to harm you – so it is a waste of time, energy and chemicals. The Academy of Natural Sciences’ Entomology Collection has cicada specimens from throughout the world and representing at least 150 species. Don’t do it.

Natural Sciences 71

Natural Sciences 2004 Environmental Science Climate Change 71

Academy of Natural Sciences

MAY 13, 2021

Avoid eating cicadas in areas where there is high pesticide use or other chemical waste. Isa Betancourt is a Curatorial Assistant of Entomology at the Academy of Natural Sciences who first tasted and called cicadas “Shrimp of the land” back in 2013 when Brood II emerged.

2013 111

2013 Natural Sciences Waste 111

Academy of Natural Sciences

JUNE 2, 2022

Plastic waste is a main contributor to pollution that harms aquatic plant and animal species. Dams and channels disrupt the natural flows of rivers and discourage native species from thriving. Reduce plastic waste. Removing trash and waste has an immediate effect on the health of both the waterway and our own.

Waste 52

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 4, 2022

Indiana County's Fight Against Fracking Waste & The Survival Of The Hellbender -- By Ted Auch, PhD -- Pennsylvania Eligible To Apply For Its 2nd $244.9 2 Floating Classroom Focused On Bat Species, The Threats They Face And Their Aquatic Ecosystem Impacts -- Academy Of Natural Sciences Of Drexel University Hosts Bug Fest!

Natural Gas 62

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Academy of Natural Sciences

OCTOBER 20, 2021

After Drexel and the Academy of Natural Sciences signed an historic affiliation on Oct. One of the most visible and exemplary examples of the Drexel-Academy partnership is the Department of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science (BEES), which was spun off of Drexel’s Biology Department in 2012 with newly redesigned curricula.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2022

Approve $798,000 Cocalico Creek Restoration Project -- Scranton Times Editorial: Stormwater Management Isn’t Just Pipes -- Stroud Water Research Center, Academy Of Natural Sciences, Shippensburg University: Quantifying The Value Of Forest Protection For Clean Water, Impact Of Remote Working [PaEN] -- Susquehanna River Basin Commission Awards $6.6

Conservation 62

Conservation Carbon Emissions Waste Earth Day 62

Academy of Natural Sciences

APRIL 1, 2022

Be wary of mulches made from repurposed wood waste or ones that have added dyes, as these tend to contain unsafe or toxic chemicals that will seep into your groundwater. But this takes time and can result in a lot of wasted water, especially if you use a sprinkler that hits more sidewalk than garden, or you water at the wrong time of day.

Waste 90

Waste Cooling Recycling Climate Change 90

Academy of Natural Sciences

JULY 1, 2021

18 billion pounds of plastic waste ends up in the ocean each year. Studies show: More than 10 million tons of food packaging is dumped in landfills each year. Less than 10% of all plastics in the U.S. get recycled. billion plastic water bottles will be used once and thrown away.

Biodegradable 137

Biodegradable Ocean Recycling Law 137

PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2022

Albert Shoemaker Lecture In Mineral Engineering April 29 On Mining Safety & Health Research For A Rapidly Changing Industry.

Earth Day 48

Earth Day Conservation Carbon Emissions Natural Sciences 48

Academy of Natural Sciences

APRIL 29, 2021

Now is also a good time to hunt through the previous years’ supplies and use up old seeds or other materials that may otherwise have gone to waste. As it decomposes, your waste heats up, breaks down and develops beneficial bacteria and fungi, excellent byproducts for growing healthy plants. Start a compost pile.

Upcycling 98

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 31, 2022

4-5 [PaEN] -- Warren Times: Audubon Community Nature Center Seeks Monarch Festival Volunteers, Vendors, Supporters For Aug. 4-5 [PaEN] -- Warren Times: Audubon Community Nature Center Seeks Monarch Festival Volunteers, Vendors, Supporters For Aug.

Natural Sciences 48

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 8, 2022

For Improperly Disposing Of 375,618 Tons Of Metal Slag In Armstrong County PennDOT, DEP, State Police, DCED, Keep PA Beautiful Call On Pennsylvanians To ‘Fight Dirty’ In New Anti-Litter Campaign; Litter Summit Nov. 1-2 PA Resources Council Hosts Household Chemical Collection Event Aug. 27-28 Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Music On The Mountain Sept.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Air Pollution Climate Scientist Conservation 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Are they yard waste, an annoying nuisance to be cleaned up or something quite different and much more important? . Leaves are full of nutrients, so when they fall and then decompose, they act like a natural fertilizer. Once they fall though, our opinions of these very same leaves may quickly change.

Environmental Science 98

Environmental Science Waste 98

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 7, 2022

3-4 In-Person Logan Hotel, Philadelphia -- PASA Sustainable Agriculture: How Trees On Farms Can Boost Biodiversity, Productivity, Climate Resilience -- Call For Presentations: Partnership For Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit Jan. 26-27 -- Academy Of Natural Sciences Of Drexel University Hosts Bug Fest!

Conservation 48

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 19, 2021

Also visit the Illegal Dump Free PA website for more ideas on how to clean up communities and keep them clean and KPB’s Electronics Waste website. Emmaus -- Yeadon Borough, Yeadon -- York Fresh Food Farms, York Maryland -- City of Taneytown, Taneytown -- Downtown Sykesville Connection, Inc., 113 or send email to: mdunn@keeppabeautiful.org.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 1, 2022

Also visit the Illegal Dump Free PA website for more ideas on how to clean up communities and keep them clean and KPB’s Electronics Waste website. The following organizations are the recipients of a 2022 Healing the Planet grant from The GIANT Company and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful: Maryland The High 5 Initiative, Inc.,

Conservation 52

Conservation Recycling 2022 Natural Sciences 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

JUNE 15, 2022

They can hunt rodents and other small mammals (which we often see as pests), but they can also consume food waste by scavenging scrapes from trash or yards where folks feed their pets outdoors. Perhaps because they can more easily find prey, since these species tend to be omnivorous, the urban landscape is great for them.

Environmental Science 98

Environmental Science Waste 98

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

15 To Celebrate America Recycles Day [PaEN] -- CleanScapes Hosts Nov.

Conservation 103

Conservation Natural Gas Recycling Electricity 103

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 5, 2022

Million Pounds Of Electronics Waste Over 20 Years Of Hard-To-Recycle Collections [PaEN] -- Dept. General Richard Zilmer, USMC (Ret.),

Conservation 62

Conservation Natural Gas Recycling Greenhouse 62

Academy of Natural Sciences

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Ramon Torres/ANS The Academy is working hard to collaborate with different communities and organizations across the city to spark change at any level — whether through supporting local gardens and nature education, tracking heat inequity in city neighborhoods or collecting plastic waste from our nearby waterways.

Air Pollution 52

Air Pollution Climate Change Waste Environmental Science 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 29, 2022

From their respective disciplines, they’re converting industrial food waste into plastic, building electric vehicle batteries with domestic materials and helping vulnerable citizens adapt to extreme weather, to name a few. Each project is exciting in its potential and gives us hope for the future, because the No.

Clean Water Act 52

Clean Water Act 2011 Waste Electricity 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

AUGUST 2, 2022

If you’ve spent the last year reducing plastic waste and energy use , protecting nearby streams , biking to work and composting , take a moment now to enjoy the fruits of your sustainability efforts! New ideas and big changes are made possible when we spend a little time reflecting on and reconnecting with our amazing natural world.

Cooling 53

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 7, 2022

Reducing VOC/Methane Emissions From Unconventional Oil & Gas Facilities [PaEN] -- TribLive Guest Essay: EPA Must Address Natural Gas Leaks That Are Harming Our Children - By Kim Anderson, Evangelical Environmental Network [PaEN] -- FracTracker Alliance: New Film Tells Story Of Grant Twp., 27-28 [PaEN] -- Gov.

Conservation 62

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