Scientific American
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.
Frontiers
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
by Angharad Brewer Gillham, Frontiers science writer Image/Shutterstock.com Holding on to a heritage language which isn’t widely spoken in the country of residence is difficult. Scientists find that using the heritage language at home, in daily life, is important to retaining it, but that some of the language skills which are most vulnerable — like vocabulary — are improved by visits to the country of origin.
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Scientific American
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce hosted the Sinnemahone Gravel Bike Race Saturday September 23. More than 80 riders took to the gravel roads in Elk State Forest. Participants came from Oklahoma, New York, Maryland, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Riders had their choice of a 14 mile course, 26 or 55 miles. The first place female in the race was Melissa McCracken from Warren, PA.
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.
Scientific American
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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A Greener Life
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Photo credit: Clean Energy Regulator. By Anders Lorenzen The penetration of renewable energy in Australia ‘s main electricity grid has never been higher. The share of renewables in Australia’s main electricity grid has reached a new high, with rooftop and grid-scale solar, wind and hydro combining to deliver more than 70% of the total underlying demand on Wednesday this week.
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Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Centro bancado pela Heineken define dose de álcool 40% maior que OMS Nayara Felizardo pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 Thursday, September 21, 2023 [link] Tem raposa cuidando do galinheiro no Centro de Informações sobre Saúde e Álcool. O Cisa é uma das referências no Brasil no desenvolvimento de pesquisas sobre as consequências do consumo de álcool, mas recebe dinheiro da Ambev ao menos desde 2005 e da Heineken desde 2018.
Greenbuilding Law
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
At a time when government is mandating building owners drastically reduce GHG emissions and plug loads account for as much as 50% of energy consumption in offices, when building occupants are put on an energy diet will charging smartphones be banned from the office? Which caused us to ponder, “what quantity of greenhouse gas emissions are produced by using an iPhone?
Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Meet Two NYU Sunrise Students Who Helped Push NYU to Divest from Fossil Fuels Democracy Now! pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 Friday, September 15, 2023 [link] This is a rush transcript. Copy may not be in its final form. AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now! I’m Amy Goodman.
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
The Clean Air Council is partnering with the FracTracker Alliance to update you on recent efforts to reduce methane, and other air pollution, from the oil and gas extraction industry during a September 28 webinar at 2:00 p.m. Hear about several new developments that will significantly impact residents who live in gas extraction areas across the country.
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.
Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Tory donor rakes in £800k a week in NHS contracts Jack Peat pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 Wednesday, September 20, 2023 [link] A healthcare tech tycoon who has handed £5 million in donations to the Conservative Party is currently raking in £800,000 a week in NHS contracts, an investigation by the Good Law Project Wallabag ID 17357401
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania! Senate next voting day October 2, 3, 4 [Unless Sooner Recalled] -- Committee Schedule House next voting day September 26, 27; October 2, 3, 4, 16 [Unless Sooner Recalled] -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- 92 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Polit
Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Missed Red Flags: Leak Exposes Swiss Asset Management Firm’s Work for Clients Accused of Fraud and Corruption - OCCRP Clément Fayol and Antoine Harari pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 [link] by Clément Fayol and Antoine Harari 14 September 2023 Wallabag ID 17357400
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Here are 92 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- Senators Santarsiero, Comitta To Introduce Bill Increasing Setback Safety Zones From Shale Natural Gas Drilling Sites From 500 To 2,500 Feet, Based On Latest Science [PaEN] -- Tribune-Democrat Guest
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.
Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Divided by mining: indigenous people in Pará fight to maintain their identity against the railroad that feeds the global steel industry pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 Wednesday, August 30, 2023 [link] By Maurício Angelo and Sarah Sax Photos by Ingrid Barros Wallabag ID 17357399
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- Stroud Water Research Center Partner Hillendale Elementary School Awarded U.S. Green Ribbon School Award For Environmental Education, Sustainability In Chester County [PaEN] -- PA Assn. Of Environmental Educators Now Accepting Nominations For 2024 Meaningful Watershed Education, PA Environmental Educator Awards [PaEN] -- Erie-based Asbury Woods Environmental Ed
Corp Watch
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
'Time to Make Them Pay': Internal Docs Further Expose Exxon Efforts to Spread Climate Lies pratap Sun, 09/24/2023 - 22:32 Thursday, September 14, 2023 [link] "),t.type){case"pdf":if(a.default.isFirefox()||a.default.isEdge()||a.default.isIE())try{if(console.info("PrintJS currently doesn't support PDF printing in Firefox, Internet Explorer and Edge."),!
PA Environment Daily
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- The Dick Thornburgh Forum For Law & Public Policy Oct. 5 Preserving Democracy - The Critical Role Of The Media Featuring CNN Senior Reporter Katelyn Polantz 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. -- Gov. Shapiro -- AP: PA Makes It Easier To Register To Vote When Drivers Get Or Renew A License -- Warren Times Editorial: PA Joined 21st Century In Making Voter Registration Easier This Week -- TribLive Editorial: Easier Voter Registration Is Better
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
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