A Greener Life
JUNE 5, 2025
By Shadia Haq The United Nations’ (UN) annual global environmental awareness day, World Environment Day , takes place today, the 5th of June. This year’s theme focuses on beating plastic pollution. This year, the Republic of Korea is the host country, urging global action to end plastic waste and build a sustainable future. They are sending a message around rethinking how we produce, use and dispose of plastics.
Inside Climate News
JUNE 5, 2025
At the One Ocean Science Congress, scientists offer ten key recommendations for protecting and restoring marine ecosystems suffering from climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. By Teresa Tomassoni NICE, France—As world leaders prepare to attend the third U.N. Ocean Conference here next week, scientists are urging them to take action to combat a dual climate and biodiversity crisis plaguing marine ecosystems, and base their decisions on the best available science.
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Scientific American
JUNE 5, 2025
Science communicator Hank Green explains how our species’ unique intelligence got us into this climate mess—and how it will help us solve it
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
With Congress rolling back numerous federal clean energy programs, hundreds of Pennsylvanians joined PennEnvironment’s annual virtual “citizen lobby day.” New data shows the Keystone State ranking a lowly 49th in the nation for growth in renewable energy over the past decade, making it even more important for constituents to lobby their state senators and representatives to fill the potential federal funding gap.
Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.
Scientific American
JUNE 5, 2025
The velvet worm’s extraordinary goo could inspire recyclable bioplastics
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
On June 5, the Pennsylvania Solar Center honored 19 organizations from across the state for going solar with their prestigious Lodestar Award. The Lodestar Award is a distinction given to Pennsylvania entities who are leading the way investing in clean and renewable solar energy. The awardees include: Allegheny County -- St. Teresa’s of Kolkata Parish -- University of Pittsburgh Butler County -- Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania - Succop Nature Park -- Moniteau School District Centre Count
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PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
The following article first appear on Linkedin and DCNR’s June 5, 2025 Resource newsletter-- Pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds play an essential role in maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting agriculture. Recognizing their importance, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has been helping to protect and restore pollinator habitats across the state.
New Scientist
JUNE 5, 2025
Nuclear fusion power will probably require vast quantities of enriched lithium but we arent making nearly enough, and ramping up production will mean using toxic mercury
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
On June 5, the Ohio River Basin Alliance , the National Wildlife Federation, and the University of Louisville’s Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute released the Ohio River Basin Restoration and Protection Plan for public review. The Plan is a comprehensive report that recognizes the numerous environmental improvements in recent decades while calling attention to existing and emerging threats that command a basin-wide, collaborative effort to ensure drinking water, healthy ecosystems, and vibr
Enviromental Defense
JUNE 5, 2025
Statement from Emilia Belliveau, Energy Transition Program Manager, Environmental Defence Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Today, the Competition Bureau released its final guidelines on how corporations can comply with the government’s rules on greenwashing. The current rules aren’t strong enough to prevent corporate greenwashing, but the new guidelines should quiet the trumped-up backlash from parts of c
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
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
On July 14 from Noon to 1:30 p.m., the Penn State Extension will host a webinar on the First Investigation of Stream Health Tool , a community science tool to track stream health. Is your stream healthy? Would you like to explore it more closely or monitor changes over time? Have you recently taken steps to improve your stream and now want to measure the results?
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01792-8 Pioneering organization aims to boost collaboration, track climate effects and improve disaster relief.
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
Planting native trees and shrubs is a powerful way to improve local stream health and water quality while also providing valuable wildlife habitat, noted organizers of an upcoming Penn State Extension webinar, who added that choosing the best species for specific landscape conditions can be a challenge. Penn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward Program will hold its annual native tree and shrub sale August 1-27, with pickup this fall in locations across the state.
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01764-y Europe’s ExoMars mission is among the highest-profile casualties of the US president’s plan to slash research funding.
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
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
On June 5, Dr. David B. Arscott, Executive Director, President and Research Scientist at the Stroud Water Research Center in Chester County sent this message to members and supporters of the Center about the challenges faced by the environmental community today saying "It's time for us to speak up and to act." I’m both grateful and proud to have served as the president of the Society for Freshwater Science over the past year.
Nanotech
JUNE 5, 2025
On May 27, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) on “Restoring Gold Standard Science.” 90 Fed. Reg. 22601. The EO states that the Trump Administration “is committed to restoring a gold standard for science to ensure that federally funded research is transparent, rigorous, and impactful, and that Federal decisions are informed by the most credible, reliable, and impartial scientific evidence available.
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
The June 5 Resource newsletter from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources includes a tribute to Alex Campbell and David Warfel, DCNR employees lost in the line of service. Other articles include-- -- How DCNR Is Making A Difference - Supporting Pennsylvania's Pollinators -- Free Menstrual Products Now Available in 68 State Parks -- Celebrating The Path Of The Flood Trail Of The Year -- Grand Opening Of Christian To Crescent Trail Connector In Philadelphia -- Shapiro Administration
Nanotech
JUNE 5, 2025
President Trump’s fiscal year (FY) 2026 budget request for the Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) states that the President’s budget proposes to eliminate funding for CSB as part of the Trump Administration’s plans “to move the Nation towards fiscal responsibility and to redefine the proper role of the Federal Government.” The President’s budget request proposes $0 for CSB in FY 2026 with the expectation that CSB begin closing down during FY 2025.
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
JUNE 5, 2025
The PA Environmental Council’s In Case You Missed It In May is now available, featuring articles on-- -- Western PA Environmental Awards Recognize Conservation Leadership -- June 10 Governor’s Environmental Award Winners Recognition -- PEC Letter To Congress To Protect Environmental Funding & Protections -- PA Decarbonization Plan Takes Shape In Governor’s Lightning Energy Plan -- PEC Comments On The Future Of Geothermal Energy In PA -- PEC Podcast: PA Trails Maintenance Men -- Allegheny Fro
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01727-3 A score based on indicators related to research quality could help to prevent institutions gaming the metrics that feed into conventional rankings.
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 5, 2025
On June 5, the Department of Environmental Protection issued a statement saying the June 4 fire at the Shell Petrochemical Plant in Beaver County resulted in the “possible release of an unknown amount of 1,3-butadiene and benzene into the atmosphere.” DEP said it “expects Shell to calculate the amount of these emissions, if any, and report its findings to DEP.
New Scientist
JUNE 5, 2025
Metallic nanoparticles injected into the retina partly restored vision in blind mice and could work as a treatment for conditions that damage light-sensitive cells in the eye
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.
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01805-6 Boom in infections in the West African nation is driven by the same viral strain that caused a global outbreak in 2022.
Physics World
JUNE 5, 2025
Developing quantum computing systems with high operational fidelity, enhanced processing capabilities plus inherent (and rapid) scalability is high on the list of fundamental problems preoccupying researchers within the quantum science community. One promising R&D pathway in this regard is being pursued by the Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS) National Quantum Information Science Research Center at the US Department of Energy’s Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory , the
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01813-6 We discuss the massive costs and challenges associated with the goal, and what proposed budget cuts to NASA could mean for other space missions.
New Scientist
JUNE 5, 2025
Taurine supplements have previously been found to extend the lifespan of monkeys and mice, but a new study in humans shows that the amino acid doesn’t decline with age
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.
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01751-3 Early investigations by the Japanese company identified issues with speed and a sensor measuring the craft's altitude.
Physics World
JUNE 5, 2025
This episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast features George Efstathiou and Richard Bond , who share the 2025 Shaw Prize in Astronomy , “for their pioneering research in cosmology, in particular for their studies of fluctuations in the cosmic microwave background (CMB). Their predictions have been verified by an armada of ground-, balloon- and space-based instruments, leading to precise determinations of the age, geometry, and mass-energy content of the universe.
Nature
JUNE 5, 2025
Nature, Published online: 06 June 2025; doi:10.1038/d41586-025-01819-0 An amino acid used as a supplement and in energy drinks might not be as closely linked to ageing as previous research has suggested. Plus, a Japanese Moon lander has crashed and Briefing readers say they’re anxious about visiting the United States.
New Scientist
JUNE 5, 2025
Two brain regions seem to work together to determine whether we are seeing something real, or merely a product of our imaginations - and understanding them further may help treat visual hallucinations
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