Sat.Feb 05, 2022

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Ultracold atoms move closer to simulating the early universe

Physics World

Physicists could soon be able to do simulations of the quantum phase transition that is believed to have occurred in the early universe, thanks to ultracold atom experiments done by Bo Song and colleagues at the University of Cambridge. By shaking an optical lattice of atoms, the team created metastable states associated with discontinuous phase transitions and a process called false vacuum decay.

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Help Wanted: Manada Conservancy Land Protection Director

PA Environment Daily

T he Dauphin County-based Manada Conservancy is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Land Protection Director. Working closely with and reporting to the Executive Director, this full-time position has primary responsibility for executing land acquisition and protection activities (easements and fee-owned projects) for the Conservancy. It includes a competitive compensation package, flexible hours, and a friendly, caring, and inclusive work environment.

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Poem: 'Elective Affinities: Ghazal of the Muon'

Scientific American

Science in meter and verse. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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PA State Treasurer Garrity Calls On Biden To Withdraw Fed Nominee Because She Advocates For Sustainable Investments And Is A Threat To Oil, Gas, Coal Companies

PA Environment Daily

On February 2, Republican PA State Treasurer Stacy Garrity joined other conservative state fiscal officers calling for President Biden to withdraw his nominee to become the federal government’s top banking supervisor, Sarah Bloom Raskin, because she advocates for “sustainable investments principles that do not depend on carbon and fossil fuels” as advocated by Ceres.

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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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Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 2.5.22

PA Environment Daily

Is Your Story Being Told? Senate returns to session Feb. 7, 8, 9 -- Committee Schedule House returns to session Feb. 7, 8, 9 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- DEP To Hold March 8 Virtual Hearing On Sunoco Pipeline Mariner East II Pipeline Erosion & Sedimentation Permit For Marsh Creek Lake Remediation, Chester County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On Renewal Of Sunoco Pipeline LNG Pumping Station Air Permit In West Goshen Twp., Chester County [PaEN] -- WESA/The Allegheny Fr