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El Niño to Return This Year, Boosting Warming Trend

Yale E360

El Niño, a phase marked by warm waters in the eastern Pacific, will likely return this year, driving up global temperatures, according to the World Meteorological Organization.

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A Guide to Different Types of Solar Panels

Environment + Energy Leader

As concerns about climate change continue to mount, many individuals and communities are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and adopt more sustainable practices. Solar power is a key component of this effort.

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Californians Embrace Zero-Emission Vehicles with Record Sales

Union of Concerned Scientists

Sales of new zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in California hit new highs in the first quarter of 2023. According to the California Energy Commission, more than one in five of all new passenger cars and trucks sold in the state at the start of this year was a zero-emission vehicle, which includes plug-in hybrids, battery electric, or fuel cell electric vehicles.

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Massachusetts Water District Adds Solar, Battery Storage

Environment + Energy Leader

Acton Water District is adding its second renewable energy project to help power its operations.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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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The Stream, May 3, 2023: Native Hawai’i Farmers Advocate For Land Back While Restoring Historic Water Systems

Circle of Blue

Vending machine selling water on Maui, 2021. Photo: Christian Thorsberg YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN On Maui , where colonial and commercial parties stole land and water decades ago, Native Hawai’ian farmers are working to restore ancient water systems while litigating for reparations. A new study finds that the risk of natural disasters caused by glacial melt and global warming is especially profound in India, Pakistan, Peru, and China.

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DIP’s LED Lights Retrofit Project Expected to Save 700 MWh of Energy Annually

Environment + Energy Leader

Under this project, more than 1,355 sodium streetlights have been replaced with LED streetlights, providing improved illumination and better energy efficiency, while simultaneously enhancing the visual appeal and facilitating a safe and secure environment within DIP.

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Spotlight on 2022 Project of the Year Winner: Clean Earth’s Reuse Solution

Environment + Energy Leader

"As a direct consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic and the resultant production/overproduction of hand sanitizer, Clean Earth has devised a timely and innovative solution.

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Decades-old mystery about photosynthesis finally solved

New Scientist

It takes just four particles of light to jump-start photosynthesis in a plant’s cells, but the details of what exactly happens after the fourth photon is absorbed has eluded researchers – until now

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From Sotheby’s to Sustainability: William Theisen’s Journey to Becoming CEO of EcoAct

Environment + Energy Leader

The information you have today may change tomorrow, right? And then, you have to reassess. Everybody says this, but I think it bears repeating. Trust your gut.

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Fifth Circuit Holds That Foreign Forum Selection Clauses Are Enforceable In Insurance Policy

The Energy Law Blog

On August 20, 2018, Noble House’s yacht lost its port-side rudder while entering a channel in the Bahamas. The following day, Noble House advised Underwriters at Lloyd’s, its insurer, of the casualty, whose policy allegedly covered the claim. Noble House purchased the policy from Underwriters by way of a Texas-based insurance broker in February 2018.

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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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Electra, Three Fires Group Plan Ontario Battery Recycling

Environment + Energy Leader

The joint venture will help recover valuable reusable materials from batteries as electric vehicles and clean energy use increase in the region.

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We've seen a star devouring a planet for the first time

New Scientist

In a preview of what’s to come for Earth in about 5 billion years, astronomers have spotted a sun-like star gobbling up a planet and belching out a blast of light and energy

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EPA Region 3 Hosts 2023 Virtual Summit May 17 - Investing For A Healthy, Sustainable Future

PA Environment Daily

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Mid-Atlantic Region will convene a May 17 virtual summit of federal, state, Tribal, and local partners to showcase the collective work and innovative practices that are addressing 21st century environmental and public health challenges impacting the communities we serve. The agenda will feature Adam Ortiz, EPA Region 3 Administrator, an overview of the EPA Mid-Atlantic priorities, and concurrent tracks with presentations from EPA, state and local governme

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DNA from 25,000-year-old tooth pendant reveals woman who wore it

New Scientist

A new technique for extracting DNA from ancient artefacts without destroying them could give us unprecedented insights about the people who made or wore them

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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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Alliance For The Chesapeake Bay Seeking Volunteer Riparian Rangers; Training May 6, 10

PA Environment Daily

The Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay is seeking volunteers to join the Riparian Rangers Program , a volunteer project for Pennsylvania residents who want to ensure riparian forest buffers successfully take root. Riparian Rangers provided much-needed maintenance support on newly planted riparian forest buffers. Many traditional riparian forest buffer programs do not provide much follow-up after the initial planting, which often results in the sites struggling due to invasive species pressure, floo

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Remnants of the universe's first stars may have been found

New Scientist

The first stars in our universe may have blown up in relatively weak supernovae, and astronomers believe they have found three clouds of ash remaining from those cosmic explosions

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Join Temple University Harrisburg & Let’s Go Outdoors May 13 For A Mini-BioBlitz During Our Big Adventure Day At Reservoir Park

PA Environment Daily

Temple University Harrisburg and Let’s Go Outdoors will offer free outdoor activities during our Big Adventure Day through our Healing Ourselves Outdoors Together (HOOT) Program. Families will become “nature explorers” and team up with scientists and local experts in a 90-minute mini-bioblitz a race to count as many plants and animals as possible in the park plus join us in wildlife activities!

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Movie clip reconstructed by an AI reading mice's brains as they watch

New Scientist

Researchers have put together a 30-second movie clip based on a group of mice's brain activity data that was recorded while they watched the footage

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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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Three Rivers Waterkeeper Seeking Volunteers For 3 Rivers Watch, Training Starts May 6 For Pollution Patrols; Other Upcoming Events

PA Environment Daily

The Allegheny County-based 3 Rivers Watch is a network of volunteers supported by the Three Rivers Waterkeeper who are active river users or river watchers, from individuals to groups, who have a vested interest in clean water. You can monitor the water while you are boating, kayaking, swimming, or even walking along the river. If you are passionate about creating drinkable, fishable, and swimmable waters, then you might be a great fit for our 3 Rivers Watch Program.

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How maths reveals the best time to add milk for hotter tea

New Scientist

If you want your cup of tea to stay as hot as possible, should you put milk in immediately, or wait until you are ready to drink it?

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This Might Be the World's Oldest Tree. And It Could Die of Thirst

Scientific American

Lañilawal, a Patagonian cypress that may be one of the oldest trees on Earth, needs greater protection if scientists are to understand its secrets of survival, an environmental scientist says

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How lockdowns turned us into antisocial goblins – and why it matters

New Scientist

A rise in antisocial behaviour indicates covid-19 lockdowns disrupted our cultural evolution, says Jonathan R.

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PA Council Of Trout Unlimited Announces Trout In The Classroom Grant Awards For 2023-24 School Year

PA Environment Daily

On May 3, the PA Council of Trout Unlimited announced nearly $18,000 has been awarded to educators across Pennsylvania through the PA Trout in the Classroom (TIC) Grant Program. Funding will be used to purchase equipment and supplies to maintain existing Trout in the Classroom tanks and set up new ones, pay for transportation and other field trip expenses, and provide teachers with the materials and equipment they need to integrate the TIC curriculum into their classrooms.

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Will the Chesapeake Bay Become a Dead Zone?

Scientific American

The country's largest estuary is under critical threat from pollution and climate change. The question is—can it be saved?

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Help Wanted: York Conservation District - Engineering Technicians, Watershed Restoration Specialist

PA Environment Daily

The York County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates to fill several positions-- -- Engineering Technician 1 & 2 Positions: This is a professional position involving the implementation of the PA Clean Streams Law, Chapter 102 Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations and Chapter 92, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit (NPDES) for Stormwater from Construction Activities. -- Watershed Restoration Specialist: As a Conservation District employee, the Waters

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This Might Be the World's Oldest Tree. And It Could Die of Thirst

Scientific American

Lañilawal, a Patagonian cypress that may be one of the oldest trees on Earth, needs greater protection if scientists are to understand its secrets of survival, an environmental scientist says

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Woolly mammoths had testosterone surges like those of male elephants

New Scientist

Hormone measurements from the tusk of a male woolly mammoth show these animals went through musth, a seasonal peak in testosterone seen in elephants

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Bizarre Blue 'Jellyfish' Washing Up on California Beaches Are a Sign of Spring

Scientific American

’Tis the season for hordes of blue jellyfishlike creatures to wash up on California beaches

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California's electric car boom reduces pollution – but not everywhere

New Scientist

A programme to increase electric vehicle adoption in California increased air pollution in lower-income communities and communities of colour – groups that are less likely to own electric cars

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The Health Risks of Gas Stoves Explained

Scientific American

Gas stoves produce emissions that can harm human health and the environment.

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Do we live in a hologram? Why physics is still mesmerised by this idea

New Scientist

The holographic universe theory still grips physicists 25 years since it was first published.

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Astronomers Just Saw a Star Eat a Planet for the First Time

Scientific American

A dying star swallowing a giant planet hints at the fate awaiting our solar system some 5 billion years from now

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How a campaign to keep fossil fuels underground is gaining traction

New Scientist

A radical new proposal wants the world to sign up to a deal to halt development of new oil, gas and coal fields.