Fri.May 03, 2024

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Autoimmune conditions linked to reactivated X chromosome genes

New Scientist

The inactivation of one copy of the X chromosome in female mammals may start to fail as they get older, which may be why women have a higher risk of autoimmune conditions such as lupus

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How Much Do Our Thoughts Shape Our Health?

Scientific American

The way we think about time, aging and sickness may influence our health, behavior and general well-being in surprising ways

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Seven surprising things you may not know about roots

New Scientist

Plants are often celebrated for the parts that are easy to see – flower, leaves, fruit – but scientists are uncovering the secrets of their more mysterious underground networks

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Gas Stove Pollution Lingers in Homes for Hours Even outside the Kitchen

Scientific American

Gas stoves spew nitrogen dioxide at levels that frequently exceed those that are deemed safe by health organizations

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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

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Indoor climbing wall users may be breathing in toxic rubber dust

New Scientist

The air and dust in climbing centres contain high levels of rubber particles from the soles of climbing shoes, some of which contain toxic additives

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Florida's Beef with Lab-Grown Meat Is Evidence-Free

Scientific American

Lobbyists’ and politicians’ campaigns against lab-grown meat appeal to emotion, not logic and reason

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The Unequal Burden of Early Dementia on Black Americans and How We Can Change It

Scientific American

Black Americans face higher hurdles in diagnosis and treatment of frontotemporal dementia, the most common form of dementia for people under 60

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Red squirrels were hosts for leprosy in medieval England

New Scientist

DNA analysis of remains found at medieval sites has identified closely related strains of leprosy-causing bacteria in the bones of humans and a red squirrel

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Abortion Restrictions Are Spreading, even though Science Shows They’re Harmful

Scientific American

“We should not make it harder for people to access abortion,” says a researcher who has studied the impacts on people who seek the procedure and are denied

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Protocells on early Earth may have been formed by squeezing geysers

New Scientist

Simulations of the crust of early Earth show that cycles of pressure caused by geysers or tidal forces could have generated cell-like structures and even very simple proteins

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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.

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Why Are We Still Superstitious?

Scientific American

Superstitions linger into the modern era, in part, because they may be holdovers from a time when they provided a measure of protection from predators and other mortal dangers

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China is sending its Chang’e 6 spacecraft to the far side of the moon

New Scientist

If all goes well, the Chang’e 6 probe will be the first ever to land on the far side of the moon to take samples and bring them back to Earth

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Allegheny County Conservation District: 5th Generation Morning Glory Farm Gets Permanent Agricultural Land Protection

PA Environment Daily

On May 2, the Allegheny County Conservation District and Allegheny County Agricultural Lands Preservation Board proudly announced the preservation of Morning Glory Farm in Plum Borough. Morning Glory Farm, owned and operated by three generations of the Morrow family; including Bob and Jane Morrow, Rob and Jillian Morrow, and Rebecca and Anthony Mattarochia, became the 43rd farm preserved in Allegheny County with a 128.89-acre easement.

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Flies undertake epic migrations that may be vital for pollination

New Scientist

Migrating flies can carry pollen hundreds or thousands of kilometres, and this could help plants adapt to climate change

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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.

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Horses lived in the Americas for millions of years – new research helps paleontologists understand the fossils we’ve found and those that are missing from the record

Environmental News Bits

by Stephanie Killingsworth, University of Florida and Bruce J. MacFadden, University of Florida Many people assume that horses first came to the Americas when Spanish explorers brought them here about 500 years ago. In fact, recent research has confirmed a European origin for horses associated with humans in the American Southwest and Great Plains.

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See What Gives Sourdough Its Distinctive Taste and Smell

Scientific American

You can thank yeast and bacteria cultivated over generations for the distinctive taste and smell of the oldest leavened bread in history

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PA Environmental Council In Case You Missed It In April Now Available

PA Environment Daily

The PA Environmental Council’s In Case You Missed It In April is now available featuring articles on-- -- DEP Tackles Industrial Decarbonization With RISE-PA Plan Creating 1,000s Of Jobs -- May 14: Western Pennsylvania Awards Dinner Recognizing Davitt Woodwell, Kane, PA and Altoona Water Authority -- May 25-26: Southeast PA Bikeout Bike Ride -- Morrisville Connector Closes Crucial Gap In Delaware & Lehigh Trail -- Celebrating Trails Day !

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Blake Plateau: A Biodiversity Refuge in a Warming World

NRDC

As ocean temperatures rise, parts of the Blake Plateau will likely provide crucial refuge for deep-sea, reef-building corals and marine species.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Coalition For The Delaware River Watershed Receives American Water Foundation Grant To Educate Utility Customers On Where Their Water Comes From

PA Environment Daily

On May 2, the Coalition For The Delaware River Watershed announced it has received a grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation to educate utility users on where their water comes from, how its treated, and how nonprofits can foster trust between companies and local residents. The goal of the hub is to equip nonprofits with the tools and information needed to educate residents about how utilities work in order to build trust and confidence in utilities.

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Sal Si Puedes: Environmental Racism Live and Well in the Heart of One of California’s Largest Cities

Vermont Law

Learn about a vibrant neighborhood in San Diego, California, and the ways in which Barrio Logan is a prime example of environmental racism.

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DEP Posted 73 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In May 4 PA Bulletin

PA Environment Daily

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the May 4 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - May 4 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the May 4 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed Air Quality General Permit for Human or Animal Crematory Incinerators (GP-14).

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Where Does the Solar System End?

Scientific American

The solar system’s outer limits aren’t as clear-cut as you might think

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DEP: New Location For May 21 Meeting/Hearing On The Renewal Of The Air Quality Permit For Covanta Municipal Waste Combustion Units In Montgomery County

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the May 4 PA Bulletin announcing the location for the May 21 meeting/hearing on the renewal of the Air Quality Permit for the Covanta Municipal Waste Combustion Units in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County will be held at a different location. ( PA Bulletin, page 2392 ) That location is now at the Davenport Elementary School, 1 E.

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Introducing Science Quickly’s New Host, Rachel Feltman

Scientific American

Stay tuned for a new era of Science Quickly.

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Penn State Extension, PA Sea Grant Host June 7 Webinar On Aquatic Invasive Species

PA Environment Daily

On June 7, Penn State Extension and Pennsylvania Sea Grant will host a webinar on Aquatic Invasive Species from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. as part of its Pennsylvania Invasive Species Webinar Series. Pennsylvania has identified over 150 invasive plants, insects, pathogens, and animals that significantly impact both the environment and agricultural production, resulting in annual economic losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars.

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How to Move the World’s Largest Camera from a California Lab to an Andes Mountaintop

Scientific American

A multimillion-dollar digital camera could revolutionize astronomy.

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DEP Invites Comments At May 29 Hearing On Blythe Recycling and Demolition Landfill Permit Renewal In Schuylkill County

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the May 4 PA Bulletin announcing a May 29 hearing on the renewal of the Blythe Recycling and Demolition Landfill permit in Blythe Township, Schuylkill County. ( PA Bulletin, page 2426 ) The hearing will be held at the Saint Clair Area Elementary/Middle School, 227 S. Mill Street in Saint Clair from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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Green Banks are Too Small to Fail: Green Investment and the Inherent Local Interest

Vermont Law

The IRA provided a potential route for a national green bank, but green investment remains almost entirely local. A national green bank can be helpful and build off existing frameworks.

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Release: NSAC Welcomes FDA’s Risk Based Approach to the Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: NSAC Welcomes FDA’s Risk Based Approach to the Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water Work Remains to Fully Support Farmers in Compliance Washington, DC, May 3, 2024 – Yesterday, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the Final Rule on Pre-Harvest Agricultural Water, which finalizes a series of updates to Subpart E of the FDA Food Safety

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Low on Snow: Climate Resilience Policy and the Push to Prevent the Acceleration of Warming Winters in New England

Vermont Law

Every winter, it seems like New England gets less snow and more rain. To remedy some of the impacts of warming, states in the region must learn from each other’s climate resilience policies and strategies to commit to stronger mitigation tactics.

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Geoengineering faces a wave of backlash over regulatory gaps and unknown risks

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Inside Climate News. Technologies to slow global warming by manipulating the environment are rapidly advancing, but some experts want to pump the brakes.

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Farmworkers and the Pesticide Exposure Crisis

Vermont Law

Pesticide exposure poses health and safety risks to farmworkers in the United States. Statutes like FIFRA, FDCA, and FQPA lack farmworker protection measures, leading to injustice in the food system.

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Rio Tinto Trying to Restart Canceled Lithium Mine in Serbia

Corp Watch

Rio Tinto Zinc is quietly trying to restart a $2.4 billion plan to dig for lithium in the Jadar region of Serbia two years after the original mining permit was canceled in response to a massive popular uprising in 2022.

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