Enviromental Defense

APRIL 22, 2025

Statement by Rebecca Kolarich, Water program manager Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Its shameful that the Ford government is backpedaling on its promise to protect the Sydenham River and surrounding communities from York1’s proposed Dresden Dump. If passed, Bill 5 would remove environmental assessment requirements from the site and cause devastating impacts to the Sydenham River’s most s

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Legal Planet

APRIL 21, 2025

Politics matters. A lot. This assertion might strike as the epitome of obviousness, but when it comes to Earth Day, there is a tendency to get away from the hard work of blocking and tackling and more toward thinking about Our Relationship With The Earth on a conceptual level. At this point, I’m sick of concepts. No Administration has ever threatened the planet more than this one; together with a Supreme Court that often seems devoting to destroying environmental law, that puts defenders o

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Ocean Conservancy

APRIL 23, 2025

The Sea and the Butterfly by Kim Kirim No one told him about the waters depth. The white butterfly did not know how to fear the sea. Thinking it to be a field of blue radish leaves, he floated down. Young wings ended up pickled in the waves, Then he returned, tired like a princess. No flower blossomed on the sea of Marchs moon.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2025

The PA Organization for Watersheds and Rivers and its partners just released a final report on the historic role community-based watershed organizations have played in abandoned mine reclamation and mine drainage treatment in Pennsylvania. The report highlights the challenges they face, and the conditions and support necessary to ensure meaningful, practical, sustained watershed organization engagement in the acceleration of AMD remediation in Pennsylvania and its long-term benefits for water qu

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Inside Climate News

APRIL 19, 2025

The decline of the islands ice and increasingly volatile weather have made it hard to maintain some Indigenous traditions. The effects of those changes and other impacts of the climate crisis on mental health can be harder to see. By Maddy Keyes This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988.

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Enviromental Defense

APRIL 23, 2025

86 per cent support the Government of Canada stepping in to stop plastic pollution both at home and around the world with international allies Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat A survey commissioned by Environmental Defence and conducted by Abacus Research between April 14 and 16, 2025 reconfirms that people across Canada overwhelmingly support action from the federal government to tackle plastic pollution an

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Yale E360

APRIL 21, 2025

Batmunkh Luvsandash has fought to protect more than a million acres of steppe lands in his native Mongolia. In an interview with Yale Environment 360 , he explains how, by drawing on the knowledge of local herders, he was able to take on the powerful mining industry and win.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

The DCED PA Grade Crude [Oil] Development Advisory Council is scheduled to meet on April 24 to discuss conventional oil and gas well wastewater disposal options as well as hear updates on DEPs well plugging and new methane reduction programs. At the last meeting of the Council in December, Kurt Klapkowski, DEP Deputy Secretary for Oil and Gas Management, said Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley directed DEP executive staff to form an internal work group to develop a strong scientifically-based posi

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Inside Climate News

APRIL 20, 2025

Heidi Ahonen is a bioacoustician recording whale calls, whistles and songs to understand if the marine mammals are crossing paths with krill fishing vessels in one of the most extreme environments on Earth. By Teresa Tomassoni GERLACHE STRAIT, AntarcticaThe steel gray sea mirrored the overcast sky as Heidi Ahonen buckled her life jacket over her red waterproof coat.

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Law Columbia

APRIL 24, 2025

Credit: Christine Olsson/TT On February 19, 2025, the Swedish Supreme Court dismissed the Aurora case ( Anton Foley and others v Sweden ), the first systemic climate change case brought in Sweden. The case is among the first in which a national apex court has applied the principles developed by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in Verein KlimaSeniorinnen and others v Switzerland.

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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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A Greener Life

APRIL 21, 2025

By Shadia Haq Earth Day 2025 focuses on the theme Our Power, Our Planet and urges a global shift to renewable energy. We look at this years goals, standout events, key participants, and the growing debate about its real impact. Person Tossing a Globe. Photo Credit: Cup of Couple Earth Day timeline: key milestones Year Milestone 1970 First Earth Day held in the United States, with 20 million participants. 1990 Earth Day expanded globally to 141 countries. 2016 The Paris Climate Agreement was sign

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Yale E360

APRIL 23, 2025

By several measures, air pollution is getting worse in the U.S., a trend due in large part to more severe heat and wildfires, according to a new report.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 24, 2025

On April 24, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , in partnership with the Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is seeking civic and environmental leaders in 10th -12th grade to keep Pennsylvania clean and beautiful through the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania Program. Applications are being accepted through June 10. Students will be chosen through a competitive application process.

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Inside Climate News

APRIL 24, 2025

Scientists are worried because they cant fully explain the big jump, but they think it might mean that carbon absorption by forests, fields and wetlands is slowing downa major problem for the world. By Bob Berwyn The latest anomaly in the climate system that cant be fully explained by researchers is a record annual jump in the global mean concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere measured in 2024.

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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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New Scientist

APRIL 21, 2025

Extremely low sea ice levels in the Arctic and Antarctica signal a "new normal" that may accelerate global warming and disrupt ocean currents, on top of the consequences for people and wildlife that rely on the ice

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Enviromental Defense

APRIL 24, 2025

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE, ECOJUSTICE, SHIFT: ACTION FOR PENSION WEALTH & PLANET HEALTH Toronto, ON | Traditional territories of the Wendat, Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Chippewa and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), the umbrella group representing Canadas 13 provincial and territorial securities regulators, announced a pause today on its work in developing new mandatory climate-related disclosure rules.

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Yale E360

APRIL 21, 2025

For the first time, wild chimpanzees have been caught on film sharing fermented fruit. The footage comes from Cantanhez National Park in the West African nation of Guinea-Bissau, where camera traps recorded chimps eating fermented breadfruit together on 10 separate occasions.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

By Leigh Ann Chow, Cumberland County Master Watershed Steward Candidate Ive always explained my fascination with bodies of water by my astrological predisposition: as a Pisces, I am, by nature, drawn to the sea. And on a local level, as we know, all watersheds lead to the ocean. Where I live now in Mechanicsburg, all watersheds first flow to the Mighty Susquehanna.

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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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Inside Climate News

APRIL 21, 2025

American Rivers' annual report includes 10 rivers that hold significance to people and nature, or are threatened by climate change. By Kurt Repanshek, National Parks Traveler Creeks, streams, and rivers provide a sense of place, a grounding at times, an identity for surrounding communities. They provide a recreational outlet, and can provide food, but often it’s that sense of place that roots deepest.

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Nanotech

APRIL 25, 2025

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) announced on April 8, 2025, the availability of its final report and action plan, urging Congressional action to bring the full weight of American innovation to improve and maintain U.S. global leadership in biotechnology. After an extensive study that included more than 1,800 stakeholder consultations, a holistic review of unclassified and classified material, site visits across the United States, and meetings with foreign gover

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National Law Center

APRIL 24, 2025

The Feed newsletter highlights recent legal developments affecting agriculture, with issues released twice a month. Click below to sign up for.

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Yale E360

APRIL 25, 2025

Four months after the disastrous Eaton Fire tore through Altadena, California, wildlife is making a comeback.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

On April 22, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved his settlement with PJM Interconnection , resolving the Governors lawsuit against PJMs price hikes and saving consumers over $21 billion over the next two years. Left unaddressed, PJMs next capacity auction scheduled for July 2025 could have tripled energy costs for 65 million people across the region.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 25, 2025

by Laura Dee, University of Colorado Boulder Red skies in August, longer fire seasons and checking air quality before taking my toddler to the park. This has become the new norm in the western United States as wildfires become more frequent, larger and more catastrophic.

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JANZEN AG

APRIL 25, 2025

Nearly every profession has been disrupted by the ability to Google the answer to a question. How do I fix a faucet leak? Google a how-to video instead of calling the plumber. How can I stop my knee from hurting? Ask Google instead of your doctor. The same scenario happens in law, any lawyer will tell you. And now with generative artificial intelligence widely available, the online answer can be much more comprehensive than a traditional Google search was only a couple years ago.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

APRIL 24, 2025

Chard leaves from Pie Ranch, CA; Credit: USDA, NRCS CA This year marks the tenth anniversary of Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) , a novel insurance product that offers farmers nationwide the option to insure the revenue of their entire operation, including crop, livestock, and nursery production, under a single policy. WFRP also rewards adoption of business practices that reduce risk with its premium discount for crop and enterprise diversification.

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Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Nanotech

APRIL 24, 2025

On April 18, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced updates to its pesticide registration tracking app, MyPest. EPA states MyPest allows registrants of pesticide products to monitor the status of their pesticide registration submissions in real time. The launch of the latest version of MyPest includes updates to an enhanced dashboard page with information about the registrants cases and products, the ability to view detailed information of each application, and the capabi

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

On April 22, the Allegheny Land Trust announced it has purchased and successfully completed the 266-acre Deer Creek Conservation Project in Indiana Township, Allegheny County directly adjacent to Emmerling Community Park, along Deer Creek and host to one mile of the Rachel Carson Trail. Ownership was immediately transferred to the Game Commission for permanent conservation and management that supports wildlife habitat and wildlife focused recreation.

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Environmental News Bits

APRIL 24, 2025

by Alexus Cazares-Nuesser, University of Hawaii Picture an ocean world so deep and dark it feels like another planet where creatures glow and life survives under crushing pressure. This is the midwater zone, a hidden ecosystem that begins 650 feet (200 meters) below the ocean surface and sustains life across our planet.

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Scientific American

APRIL 24, 2025

Happy anniversary to the Hubble Space Telescope, which launched on April 24, 1990

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New Scientist

APRIL 23, 2025

A man who lived in Roman-occupied Britain was bitten by a big cat, probably in a gladiator arena, an analysis of his remains has revealed

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