AIT Joins The Climate Pledge
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
AIT Worldwide Logistics has reaffirmed its commitment as a signatory of The Climate Pledge. The post AIT Joins The Climate Pledge appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Federal Progress on EV Charging in 2022
Union of Concerned Scientists
JANUARY 3, 2023
As we bid farewell to 2022 and look forward to 2023, I’ve been reflecting on progress made in the past year, particularly in the implementation of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. We had a strong start to 2022 when the Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration released guidance to states in February, reflecting many UCS recommendations.
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Philips LEDs Increase Sustainable Production in Greece
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
Signify helps complete Greece's first installation of LED lighting in a greenhouse for indoor vegetable cultivation. The post Philips LEDs Increase Sustainable Production in Greece appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Winter Warm Spell Stifles Skiing in Swiss Alps
Yale E360
JANUARY 3, 2023
The Alps are seeing a dearth of snowfall this winter amid unusually warm temperatures, forcing closures at some slopes. Read more on E360 →.
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.
Spotlight on 2022’s Product Winner: Interface, Inc.
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
"Interface is one of the first companies to develop Environmental Product Declaration (EPDs) for all of their products manufactured globally.". The post Spotlight on 2022’s Product Winner: Interface, Inc. appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Oops! Sellers Didn’t Read The Mineral Deed Before Signing
Energy & the Law
JANUARY 3, 2023
Precious little legal analysis is required to grasp the lesson from Springbok Royalty Partners v. Cook. No mode or manner of legal gymnastics is likely to save parties from the legal effect of a contract they didn’t bother to read before they signed it. The agreement. Following a lengthy conversation between the Cooks and a Springbok employee, the parties agreed to a price for the sale of the Cooks’ minerals and signed a letter agreement entitled “Offer to Purchase Mineral Interests in Lands”.
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The crystal growers behind the graphene revolution
New Scientist
JANUARY 3, 2023
Takashi Taniguchi and Kenji Watanabe create high-quality crystals that offer the perfect substrate on which to tailor-make two-dimensional materials with amazing electronic properties.
American Water Is Reducing CO2 Levels and Saving Water. How?
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
American Water Works is committed to sustainability by reducing its CO2 releases and saving water. The company says that, on average, the conservation and efficiency measures have enabled residential customers to save 3.4 billion gallons annually since 2016. . The post American Water Is Reducing CO2 Levels and Saving Water. How? appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
US action on climate change will start to get serious in 2023
New Scientist
JANUARY 3, 2023
The Inflation Reduction Act will accelerate US progress on boosting renewable energy and reducing carbon emissions in 2023 as a decade of funding starts
Hawaiian Electric’s Battery Bonus Program Hits Milestone
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
Hawaiian Electric's Battery Bonus program, which offers customers a cash incentive and bill credits for adding battery storage to their rooftop solar systems, has reached a significant milestone on O'ahu, with 30% of its allotted capacity filled. The post Hawaiian Electric’s Battery Bonus Program Hits Milestone appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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.
Winter storms in US set to continue while Europe sees record warmth
New Scientist
JANUARY 3, 2023
Weather warnings remain in place in many parts of the US with more heavy snow on the way, while parts of Europe are seeing record warmth for January
JBS Reaffirms Its 2040 Net Zero Commitment
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
JBS, the largest food company in the world, has taken a step on the path toward meeting its Net Zero by 2040 commitment. The post JBS Reaffirms Its 2040 Net Zero Commitment appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Recycling Mystery: Antifreeze
Earth 911
JANUARY 3, 2023
Antifreeze: Wise car owners have some stored in the garage to keep their engines running. The post Recycling Mystery: Antifreeze appeared first on Earth911.
Hyundai Heavy Industries Develops Hydrogen Engine
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
Hyundai Heavy Industries Group has succeeded in developing Korea’s first LNG/hydrogen ‘mixed-firing engine’. The post Hyundai Heavy Industries Develops Hydrogen Engine appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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.
A Valuable COVID Drug Doesn't Work against New Variants
Scientific American
JANUARY 3, 2023
Current monoclonal antibodies fail against COVID virus variants, so drugmakers want to use a fast-track test for new ones.
American Water Is Reducing CO2 Levels and Saving Water. How?
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
American Water Works is committed to sustainability by reducing its CO2 releases and saving water. The company says that, on average, the conservation and efficiency measures have enabled residential customers to save 3.4 billion gallons annually since 2016. . The post American Water Is Reducing CO2 Levels and Saving Water. How? appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Financial Firms May Have to Reveal their Climate Risk
Scientific American
JANUARY 3, 2023
And public companies may have to disclose their greenhouse gas emissions, if regulators finalize proposed rules.
Rollo Launches EV Fleet in Las Vegas
Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 3, 2023
Rollo has announced the launch of its Las Vegas EV Fleet, a carbon-friendly solution to last-mile logistics. The post Rollo Launches EV Fleet in Las Vegas appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Sustainability at Retail
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The Amazon is accelerating towards a point of no return
Inhabitant
JANUARY 3, 2023
This report has shed light on the current state of the Amazon rainforest and the gravity of the deforestation taking place. The WWF is now warning that the Amazon is accelerating to a point of no return.
The 12 innovations we need to save humanity and the planet
New Scientist
JANUARY 3, 2023
Which inventions should we prioritise to safeguard the environment and human health and happiness?
Appalachian Region Independent Power Producers Assn. Accepting Applications For Mine Reclamation Grants
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 3, 2023
By Anne Daymut, Watershed Coordinator, Western PA Coalition For Abandoned Mine Reclamation The Appalachian Region Independent Power Producers Association (ARIPPA) is partnering with the Eastern and Western Pennsylvania Coalitions for Abandoned Mine Reclamation to offer competitive awards to watershed and conservancy organizations facilitating abandoned mine drainage (AMD) and/or abandoned mine land (AML) remediation projects in Pennsylvania.
Michelin HQ redesigned with public square, tropical gardens
Inhabitant
JANUARY 3, 2023
The Carmes site of Clermont-Ferrand was purchased by Michelin in the 2000s, but recently received an update thanks to Encore Heureux Architectes, Construire and Base.
EUON Publishes Nanopinion on Controlling Exposure to Nanomaterials
Nanotech
JANUARY 3, 2023
On December 20, 2022, the European Union (EU) Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON) published a Nanopinion entitled “ Controlling Exposure to Nanomaterials ” by Dr Araceli Sánchez, Spanish Institute of Health and Safety (INSST). Sánchez notes that over the last 15 years, scientists have paid attention to the development of new instruments capable of measuring personal exposure to nanosize particles, and new frameworks, methodologies, and standards to assess and control exposure to engineered nano
Swap out single-use products that keep you buying for life
Inhabitant
JANUARY 3, 2023
A lot of the single-use items we use today were not always one-use. In fact, it is only through industrial developments that took place within the last century that these items began to be produced as disposables.
Nature Benchmark
Environmental News Bits
JANUARY 3, 2023
The Nature Benchmark assesses close to 400 companies across 8 industries, with the aspiration to increase to another 600 companies in the course of 2023. The benchmark provides publicly available, evidence-based insights into where the world’s most influential companies stand on their contributions to a nature-positive future. The benchmark tracks and measures how companies are … Continue reading Nature Benchmark.
January is Vegan Dining Month in three US cities
Inhabitant
JANUARY 3, 2023
I remember looking for vegan food in Las Vegas 20 years ago and being reduced to eating a Subway salad. Things have come a long way since then. Vegas vegan Diana Edelman can take some of the credit for recent improvements in the flashy city’s plant-based cuisine.
About one-third of the food Americans buy is wasted, hurting the climate and consumers’ wallets
Environmental News Bits
JANUARY 3, 2023
by Brian E. Roe, The Ohio State University You saw it at Thanksgiving, and you’ll likely see it at your next holiday feast: piles of unwanted food – unfinished second helpings, underwhelming kitchen experiments and the like – all dressed up with no place to go, except the back of the refrigerator. With luck, hungry … Continue reading About one-third of the food Americans buy is wasted, hurting the climate and consumers’ wallets.
Adidas TERREX opens its first retail store in Portland
Inhabitant
JANUARY 3, 2023
When I asked my husband if he wanted to go check out the grand opening of Adidas TERREX's first-ever North American retail store in Portland, Oregon, he was game.
Storm-Chasing Seabirds Ride Out Hurricanes from Inside
Scientific American
JANUARY 3, 2023
Streaked shearwaters head deep into hurricanes to avoid crash landings.
Textualism and Waters of the United States
Environmental Law Prof Blog
JANUARY 3, 2023
On New Year’s Eve, EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers released their latest effort to define “the waters of the United States,” a key phrase from the Clean Water Act. The rule comes close on the heels of oral.
Protected: EHS-Dashboard™: From Best-In-Class Data Control to Better Still
Capaccio
JANUARY 3, 2023
This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: EHS-Dashboard™: From Best-In-Class Data Control to Better Still appeared first on Capaccio Environmental Engineering.
EPA’s Methane ‘Super-Emitter’ Proposal: Getting Outside Help
E2 Law Blog
JANUARY 3, 2023
Earlier this month, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) published a “supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking,” calling for comments on air pollution standards for control of methane emissions from new and existing facilities in the oil and natural gas industry. See 87 Fed. Reg. 74,702 (Dec. 6, 2022). Among those standards are specific rules concerning “super-emitter” events, events with emissions of more than 100 kilograms (about 6,400 cubic feet) of methane per hour.
Happy new year 2023 !
Edouard Stenger
JANUARY 3, 2023
For my first blog post of this year, I would like to wish you all a happy and sustainable new year ! I also would like to thank the hundreds of you who have subscribed to this blog and/or read my ramblings, thoughts on sustainability, analysis on energy and so on. This marks the beginning of my 17th season of blogging. I started that blog back in 2007 when sustainability was a vague buzzword and climate change a future threat.
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