Yale E360
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Two decades after the advent of fracking, a growing number of studies are pointing to a link between gas wells and public health, particularly among children and the elderly. Researchers are now calling for new regulations restricting where wells can be located. Read more on E360 ?.
Environment + Energy Leader
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The money will go toward increasing the production of guayule in the southwestern United States. The post Bridgestone Gets $35 Million Grant for Natural Rubber, Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Legal Planet
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As my colleague Katie Segal wrote earlier this week , our team at CLEE recently released a report detailing how San Francisco can fund its ambitious Climate Action Plan. As more local governments in California and around the country develop robust climate action plans–and as federal action to reduce emissions remains unpredictable as ever–it is increasingly clear that local strategies will be a key driver of decarbonization and resilience. .
Environment + Energy Leader
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Kering is on a path to cutting its CO2 emissions by 40% by 2025. It reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 77% in intensity within its operations during those same years, and it reached 100% renewable energy use at facilities in seven countries. The post Kering Goes for the Gold By Mitigating Its Environmental Footprint appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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.
Law and Environment
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Environment and Energy Report (subscription required) had a story today about growing opposition to EPA’s proposal to list two PFAS compounds, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under CERCLA. Here’s what really caught my eye about the opposition. The National Association of Clean Water Agencies opposes the proposal. They think it inconsistent with EPA’s historical implementation of CERCLA: EPA’s proposed designations, however, fall short of the Agency’s aims by failing to advance the “pol
Washington Nature
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
by Michael Case, Forest Ecologist The forests at Ellsworth Creek Preserve , in southwest Washington, have been heavily logged throughout the last century. The preserve is largely composed of second-growth forests, forests which have re-grown after timber harvests. Second-growth forests are structurally simple containing similar trees of similar ages, and vastly outnumber old-growth forest stands at Ellsworth.
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New Scientist
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
An assessment of almost 940 kinds of Brazilian cat and dog food has found that producing wet food creates 690 per cent more greenhouse gas emissions than making dry food
Scientific American
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Data collected by thousands of scientific instruments scattered across the world’s oceans show that weak tropical cyclones are intensifying, not just stronger ones.
Enviromental Defense
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The federal government can reduce carbon emissions by 135 million tonnes with one neat trick. Transportation accounts for one quarter of Canada’s emissions – and we need action now to stop climate disaster. . So what is Canada doing to address this growing source of pollution? In 2021 the federal government reaffirmed their commitment to phase out the sale of new gasoline cars by 2035.
New Scientist
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
We don't know exactly how the current megadrought in south-western North America will end, but there are examples to learn from throughout history
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.
Environmental Law Centre
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Engaging new regulatory approaches to generate revenue for environmental management: ELC report Resources are needed to address a broad suite of environmental challenges in Alberta: point source. The post Engaging new regulatory approaches to generate revenue for environmental management: ELC report appeared first on Environmental Law Centre.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
On November 17, the Department of Environmental Protection announced CNX Gas Company LLC has paid two civil penalty assessments totaling $200,000 for violations at well sites in Richhill Township, Greene County. On September 18, 2019, approximately 40 barrels, or 1,680 gallons, of production fluid breached secondary containment and discharged onto the ground at CNX’s RHL 71 and RHL 87 well site.
Inhabitant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
An Italian startup behind the world's first carbon dioxide battery has signed a deal to export the technology to the U.S. The company says that its technology is the missing link that could supercharge the transition to renewable energy.
Environmental News Bits
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Read the full story at Business Insider South Africa. The 12-storey at 84 Harrington Street in Cape Town has been named as the world’s tallest to be constructed from hempcrete blocks and hemp building materials. The property was bought in 2016 by Hemporium’s Duncan Parker with the idea of having it as the brand’s flagship … Continue reading Cape Town now officially has the highest building in the world made with hemp.
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.
Inhabitant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Decorative off-grid solar street lights from the U.S. were installed as part of the sustainable agenda for hosting the World Cup in Qatar. Near the end of 2022, the country will be hosting the popular event and created a green agenda to make it as sustainable as possible.
Scientific American
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
A social history of measurements, an anthology of new speculative fiction, and more books.
Inhabitant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Are you a vegan who is bummed out by the huge headless bird corpse taking pride of place on your family’s dining table? Do you spend holidays with relatives who mock or misconstrue your diet? You’re not alone. All over the U.S., vegans are going through the same thing. And Oatly, purveyor of dairy-free milk and ice cream, is there for you.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The Pennsylvania Resources Council recently concluded its 20th season of hosting household chemical collections in Western Pennsylvania which enabled 3,900 households to properly dispose of 383,175 pounds of household chemicals, including pesticides, household cleaners, pool chemicals, aerosol cans and other products. The 20-year effort has resulted in the responsible management of 6.5 million pounds of chemical products dropped off by 60,000+ households since the program launched in 2003.
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National Law Center
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. . The post Ag and Food Law Daily Update: November 17, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Inhabitant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
What if tourists could not only do no harm but actually improve the places they visit? This idea of regenerative travel is starting to catch on.
Ocean Conservancy
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Mabuhay, in my native language of Tagalog, directly translates to “long live.” It is a saying commonly used for greeting someone or departing from them. There is no beginning or end to mabuhay, only well wishes to someone you connect with and a hope to see them again. Mabuhay calls on the spirit, soul and life—it’s about the essence of a person meeting another.
Inhabitant
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The outdoor enthusiast in your life probably has the basics, but it’s fun to add gadgets, conveniences and comforts they didn’t know they needed. We’ve got a few brands for you to check out while putting together your gift-giving list.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
On November 17, Erie Coke Corporation, along with a corporate officer, have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Erie on among other charges, Violation of the Clean Air Act, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung announced today. The eight-count Indictment, returned on Nov. 15, 2022, and unsealed today, named Erie Coke Corporation, now permanently out of operation, and Anthony Nearhoof, 41, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as the defendants.
Arnold Porter
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Appellate and Supreme Court senior counsel Kirk Jenkins was featured on a recent episode of the “Legally Contented” Podcast, hosted by Wayne Pollock, founder of the Law Firm Editorial Service. In the interview, Jenkins discussed his experience and his appellate analytics blogs—the Illinois Supreme Court Review and the California Supreme Court Review—and thought leadership’s role in his practice and the legal industry.
Brag
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) published a report on November 3, 2022, entitled Renewable Fuel Standard: Actions Needed to Improve Decision-Making in the Small Refinery Exemption Program. The Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) requires that gasoline and diesel fuels be blended with a minimum volume of renewable fuel.
Arnold Porter
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
On November 10, 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) issued a policy statement outlining the Commission’s expanded approach to enforcement of Section 5 of the FTC Act, which prohibits “unfair methods of competition.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
The Beaver County Marcellus Awareness Community and Earthworks will host a November 21 online kickoff to launch a new BCMAC/Eyes On Shell Accountability Project starting at 7:00 p.m. The Shell Plastic Plant went into operation this week but residents and their allies are still waiting for Shell to fulfill their promise to be a good neighbor and address residents’ concerns.
Arnold Porter
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
On November 9, 2022, the New York Department of Financial Services (the NYDFS) released proposed amendments (the Proposed Amendments) to Cybersecurity Regulation, Part 500 of Title 23 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations (Part 500).
Environmental News Bits
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Read the full story in pv magazine. The US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) says in a new report that PV module lifetime extensions should be prioritized over closed-loop recycling to reduce demand for new materials.
Arnold Porter
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
As the development and sale of food products evolve with reformulated foods, new production systems, and new delivery models (via e-commerce), there has also been an increased focus on modernizing food safety. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in particular, has been focused on creating a more digital, traceable, and safer food supply, releasing a "New Era of Smarter Food Safety" framework to advance food safety regulation and use technology to reduce foodborne illness.
Environmental News Bits
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Read the full story from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. Environmental scientists have developed a circular process for eliminating the risk posed by phosphoric acid plant wastewater. The process turns the environmentally toxic wastewater into clean water while recovering valuable acids. Phosphoric acid is the main ingredient in industrial fertilizers, a massive industry worldwide.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By Paul Bruder, Jr., Mette, Evans & Woodside The past decade has seen the re-emergence of Article I, Section 27 of the Pennsylvania Constitution, known as the Environmental Rights Amendment, or “ERA” as a stand-alone cause of action for challenges to actions of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and other federal and state agencies and commissions.
Environmental News Bits
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Read the full story from Cornell University. Pouring layers of concrete like rows of toothpaste, an industrial-sized 3D printer this week continued adding a second floor to a Houston home that will be the first multistory printed structure in the United States. In addition to that achievement, designers Leslie Lok and Sasa Zivkovic, assistant professors of architecture in … Continue reading First-of-its-kind 3D-printed home blends concrete, wood.
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