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CPUC Should Set a Date for Closing Aliso Canyon

Legal Planet

The Aliso Canyon gas storage facility blowout in 2015-16 was the largest methane gas leak in the history of the United States. In addition to the climate effects from the methane leakage — 109,000 metric tons, the equivalent of burning over 1 billion gallons of gasoline — there were tremendous health impacts on neighboring communities and even throughout California.

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Chasing Glaciers: A Runner’s Quest Through a Changing Landscape

Union of Concerned Scientists

In 2022 I visited Glacier National Park for the first time with two close friends. We spent five days backpacking through the backcountry, and I was enthralled by the park’s vastness and beauty and the chance to see glaciers for the first time in my life. While I loved camping out in the wild, as a trail runner I couldn’t help but think of ways to travel lighter, cover more territory, and see even more of this breathtaking landscape.

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UN Deal on Climate Aid Falls Short of What's Needed, Experts Say

Yale E360

Rich nations pledged $300 billion a year in aid, but developing countries that need help building out renewable energy and adapting to climate impacts say they again felt bullied to accept an inadequate agreement.

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How the Return of Salmon to the Klamath River Shows Us What’s Possible in Wildlife Conservation

Scientific American

Once a tragic example of degraded wildlife habitat, the Klamath River’s dam removal demonstrates how people can halt the decline of, and even restore, wildlife

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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Orcas have begun wearing salmon hats again – and we may soon know why

New Scientist

About 40 years ago, researchers noticed a population of orcas had begun swimming around with dead fish on their heads, and now the craze is back

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Eckley Miners' Village Receives American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Grant

PA Environment Daily

On November 25, Eckley Miners' Village in Weatherly, Carbon County announced it has received a $15,000 American Eagle Outfitters Foundation grant to support the PA Historical and Museum Commission project to make the Village a sustainable, innovative heritage destination through the adaptive reuse of several historic homes. American Eagle joins the Willary, Sordoni, Luzerne, CAN DO, and PPL Community Foundations, Earth Conservancy , PNC Bank, Mauch Chunk Trust, the Pennsylvania Anthracite Sectio

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Wildfire Smoke Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia

Scientific American

The particles that make up wildfire smoke may raise the risk of dementia even more than similar airborne pollutants from other sources

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Changing a single number among billions can destroy an AI model

New Scientist

Today's huge AI models are composed of several billion numbers known as weights and changing just one of them can destroy their ability to function, leading to “gibberish” output

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Chesapeake Bay Foundation: 'Get Real' When Considering A Christmas Tree

PA Environment Daily

By Kristen Heberlig, CBF Resiliency Program Manager in PA When considering a Christmas tree this holiday season, “getting real” helps the environment and local economy at the same time. Unlike artificial trees, real Christmas trees are recyclable and renewable resources that clean our water and our air and provide important habitat for wildlife. Buying a real Christmas tree every year also supports Pennsylvania growers, which is good for the economy.

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Salt batteries are finally shaping up – that's good for the planet

New Scientist

With lithium in short supply, sodium-ion batteries might offer cheap energy storage with less environmental impact

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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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How Magnet Fishers Catch Underwater Garbage, Guns and Sometimes Treasure

Scientific American

With the help of a powerful rare-earth alloy, magnet fishers pull garbage out of polluted waterways

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Forest schools don't actually boost most children's mental health

New Scientist

Swapping classrooms for the woods doesn't appear to improve most children's mental health, but they may still enjoy it

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Pennsylvania Forest Seminar Webinar Dec. 10 - Invasive Toolkit For Landowners

PA Environment Daily

The Penn State Extension will host a PA Forest Seminar webinar December 10 at Noon and 7:00 p.m. providing landowners with an invasive species toolkit. The webinar offers essential guidance on the tools and skills necessary for effective invasive plant management in natural areas. Participants will gain practical insights into management techniques, equipment, and herbicides to effectively prepare for tackling invasive plants on their land.

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How safe is the US food supply?

New Scientist

Food in the US has a bad rap thanks to outbreaks caused by bacteria, plus processing, additives and food dyes, but the food supply is actually much less risky than people think

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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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PennEnvironment Releases New Guide To Buying Refurbished Electronics During Holiday Season

PA Environment Daily

For holiday shoppers wanting to make shopping decisions that are also good for the planet, the PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center is releasing a holiday shopping guide: Fixed for the Holidays shopping guide. The annual guide includes tips for buying refurbished electronics, products to avoid, how to know if you are getting a good deal, and where to shop.

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Fast Fashion Affects Climate, Exploits Workers and Creates Enormous Textile Waste

Scientific American

Fast fashion may seem cheap, but it’s taking a costly toll on the planet — and on millions of young people

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Pennsylvania Forest Seminar Webinar Jan. 14 - Brook Trout In Our Native Waters

PA Environment Daily

The Penn State Extension will host a January 14 webinar at Noon and 7:00 p.m. on Brook Trout In Our Native Waters. Join us for an engaging webinar exploring the often-overlooked threat posed by the movement of native species within their own regions. While invasive species are typically associated with foreign organisms, the relocation of native species can also disrupt delicate ecosystems.

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EPA Announces the Availability of Thousands of Records on EPA’s Review of Studies on Pesticides

Nanotech

On November 22, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of more than 4,500 Data Evaluation Records (DER) in ChemView, a public portal that houses data and review of toxic chemicals. EPA defines a DER as the documented EPA review of studies submitted during the request to register a pesticide or during the registration review process.

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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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Penn State Extension Dec. 12 Webinar - Cost-Benefit of Voluntary Carbon Projects: Online Tool Demo

PA Environment Daily

The Penn State Extension will host a December 12 webinar to demonstrate a web-based tool that helps forest landowners evaluate carbon payments , analyze harvest strategies and make informed decisions for sustainable forestry starting at 3:00 p.m. Explore how forest landowners can conduct a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis of adjusting harvest strategies by quantifying changes in both merchantable timber and biogenic carbon using straightforward forest stand metrics.

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Community Supported Agriculture: A Field Guide for Producers and Consumers (Limiting Liability)

National Law Center

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) can be a beneficial tool for producers to add value to their operation. However, if a CSA. The post Community Supported Agriculture: A Field Guide for Producers and Consumers (Limiting Liability) appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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NYC Council Vote Is Imminent On the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity Zoning Reform

SPR Law

In early December 2024, the New York City Council is expected to hold a final vote on a comprehensive zoning reform proposal entitled the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity (COYHO). COYHO is designed to alleviate New York City’s housing shortage and historically low vacancy rate by significantly amending the zoning code to facilitate housing… The post NYC Council Vote Is Imminent On the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity Zoning Reform appeared first on Sive Paget Riesel.

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What to Expect from the New Administration: B&C Offers Podcast, Webinar, and Newly Launched “Public Policy and Regulation Blog”

Nanotech

Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) is pleased to offer clients and friends these timely resources to prepare for the eventful year expected in 2025. PODCAST: Election Outcome — A Conversation with James V. Aidala and Mark J. Washko The latest episode of All Things Chemical®, features Lynn L. Bergeson speaking with James V. Aidala and Mark J. Washko to get their take on the very eventful past weeks and seek their thoughts on what 2025 The post What to Expect from the New Administration: B&#

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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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Recent Advances in Microalgae-driven Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage: Strain Engineering through Adaptive Laboratory Evolution and Microbiome Optimization

Environmental News Bits

He, Z., Wang, J., & Li, Y. (2024). Recent Advances in Microalgae-driven Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage: Strain Engineering through Adaptive Laboratory Evolution and Microbiome Optimization. Green Carbon. [link] Abstract The potential of microalgae as a biological resource for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) has been extensively discussed.

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Alberta Premier too busy fighting with Ottawa to support jobs and the economy 

Enviromental Defense

Statement from Stephen Legault, Senior Manager, Alberta Energy Transition Canmore | Traditional territories of the Treaty 7 Nations – Premier Smith’s announcement that the Province of Alberta will challenge the federal pollution cap on the oil and gas industry using Alberta’s Sovereignty Act recklessly ignores the importance of battling climate change and the huge economic opportunity presented by renewable energy.

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Advances in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) detection and removal techniques from drinking water, their limitations, and future outlooks

Environmental News Bits

Zahra, Z., Song, M., Habib, Z., & Ikram, S. (2025). Advances in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) detection and removal techniques from drinking water, their limitations, and future outlooks. Emerging Contaminants, 11(1), 100434.

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Election Outcome — A Conversation with James V. Aidala and Mark J. Washko

Nanotech

This week, I sat down with our two government affairs experts, Jim Aidala and Mark Washko, to get their take on the very eventful past two weeks and seek their thoughts on what 2025 might look like legislatively and at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administratively. With the Republican trifecta and some surprising Cabinet and EPA-designate picks, we have much to discuss.

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Microplastics promote cloud formation, with likely effects on weather and climate

Environmental News Bits

by Miriam Freedman, Penn State and Heidi Busse, Penn State Clouds form when water vapor – an invisible gas in the atmosphere – sticks to tiny floating particles, such as dust, and turns into liquid water droplets or ice crystals.

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DEP Discovers Evidence Of Continuous Conventional Oil Well Wastewater Release At McKean County Well Site During Routine Inspection

PA Environment Daily

On November 14, the Department of Environmental Protection discovered evidence of a continuous wastewater release at the Parsons and Warrant 566 conventional oil well sites in Eldred Township, McKean County owned by Charles T. Wandover, Sr. and produced by Charles A. Wandover, Jr., according to DEP. The Parsons well site consists of 11 conventional wells and the Warrant 566 site includes four conventional wells, according to DEP’s eFACTS database.

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Clearing the Air: Addressing Utah’s Pollution Crisis Through Legal Reform and Environmental Justice

Environmental News Bits

Rios, Eduardo A. and Patino-Celedon, Catherine (2024) “Clearing the Air: Addressing Utah’s Pollution Crisis Through Legal Reform and Environmental Justice,” Brigham Young University Prelaw Review: Vol. 38, Article 12. Available at: [link] Abstract Within the context of structural racism and economic inequality, Black and Latino communities confront disproportionate exposure to environmental hazards, amplifying health inequities.

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Tuesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 11.26.24

PA Environment Daily

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule [End Of Session, Al

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Chicago’s upcycling artisans host alternative Black Friday shopping experience

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the Chicago Sun-Times. In an alternative to the rampant consumerism of holiday shopping, more than 30 Chicago-area artisans will sell upcycled crafts at the inaugural Reverse Black Friday Market in North Center on Friday and Saturday.

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Department of Energy – Request for Information: Circularity for Secure and Sustainable Products and Materials Draft Strategic Framework

Environmental News Bits

This request solicits feedback from industry, academia, research laboratories, government agencies, and other stakeholders on issues related to the draft Circularity for Secure and Sustainable Products and Materials: A Draft Strategic Framework. This feedback will help to ensure investments in this space are optimally positioned to address opportunities and challenges related to increasing circularity.