Circle of Blue
MARCH 23, 2022
In Ankadindambo, drinking water has stopped supplying water. A mother has been in line since 4am to get water from a temporary water tank, refilled every 2 days. Location : Ankadidambo, Antananarivo, Madagascar Credit : © Tsilavo Rapiera – www.tsilavorapiera.com / www.arikamedia.com. YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN. Africa is not on track to meet global goals for water access, sanitation, and hygiene.
Legal Planet
MARCH 23, 2022
A new video from the governor of Amazonas kicks off with an informal salutation: “Olá, Jeff.” Directed at Jeff Bezos, the founder and former CEO of Amazon, the video is narrated in the voice of the Amazon rainforest and contrasts the activities and value of the mega corporation with that of the world’s largest tropical forest region and its 38 million people.
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Union of Concerned Scientists
MARCH 23, 2022
More people in the United States are sick than are healthy. Sixty percent of adults now live with one or more chronic diseases, many of which are directly linked to poor diets, and there’s reason to believe our children may follow in our footsteps. There is no age group in this country that scores higher than 63 out of 100 on the Healthy Eating Index, a validated tool used to measure the healthfulness of what we eat.
Yale E360
MARCH 23, 2022
China is planning to build out more renewable power and boost production of green hydrogen, a low-carbon fuel, according to its latest five-year plan for the energy sector, released Tuesday, which also calls for maintaining crude oil output and ramping up natural gas production. Read more on E360 ?.
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.
Energy & the Law
MARCH 23, 2022
photo Co-author Brittany Blakey. [Updated] The North Dakota Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Thursday to consider who owns the right to profit from the value of the porous spaces within subsurface rock formations. The issue is over Senate Bill 2344 , passed by the Legislature in 2019 and, no surprise here, supported by the oil and gas industry.
Physics World
MARCH 23, 2022
A quantum gravity gradient sensor developed by researchers in the UK has been used outdoors to locate a small underground structure. Using a pair of vertically oriented atom interferometers that are probed by the same laser system, Michael Holynski at the University of Birmingham and colleagues were able to suppress noise in their sensor, thereby overcoming limitations of previous designs.
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Inside Climate News
MARCH 23, 2022
Global warming is shifting cyclical temperature swings in the Pacific Ocean, and that affects floods in Australia, fires in South America and even temperature in the polar regions. By Bob Berwyn The record-breaking heat wave last week in East Antarctica, the coldest region on Earth, saw temperatures surge as much as 85 degrees Fahrenheit above average , bringing readings near freezing and unexpected surface melting instead of the usual sub-zero conditions.
Environmental Leader
MARCH 23, 2022
The compressed air energy storage market will see growth as renewable energy demands and new technology uses increase. The post Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Expected to See Growth appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Eco Justice
MARCH 23, 2022
Climate change and the pollution crisis are two sides of the same coin Climate change is one of the most existential threats of our time. As the world comes to. Read more. The post Why plastics pollution is a fossil fuel problem appeared first on Ecojustice.
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
O’Shea, M. J., Toupal, J., Caballero-Gómez, H., McKeon, T. P., Howarth, M. V., Pepino, R., & Gieré, R. (2021). Lead Pollution, Demographics, and Environmental Health Risks: The Case of Philadelphia, USA. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(17), 9055. [link] Abstract: Lead (Pb) soil contamination in urban environments represents a considerable health risk for exposed … Continue reading Lead Pollution, Demographics, and Environmental Health Risks:
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.
Vermont Law
MARCH 23, 2022
Arizona’s Extreme Heat And Its Effect On The Homeless Population. By Vaughn Ford-Plotkin. For many people living in the United States, experiencing temperatures that exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit is unfathomable, but for the residents of Maricopa County, Arizona, this is an almost daily occurrence during the Summer months. These extreme temperatures are becoming more common throughout the rest of the year as well.
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Read the full story at Yale Climate Connections. See also How to turn trash into treasure: Put solar panels over landfills at Canary Media. In Urbana, Illinois, a former landfill is now home to a community solar farm. With nearly 14,000 solar panels, it provides enough clean electricity to power a municipal building and about … Continue reading From trash to treasure: Illinois dump becomes community solar farm.
Vermont Law
MARCH 23, 2022
Why the Waste? A Step Towards Environmentally Conscious Pet Waste Disposal. By Tommi Mandell. Many state laws require dog owners to pick up their dog’s. waste. Whether these laws are based on public health, public convenience, or environmental concerns—it may be time to challenge their effectiveness. Picking up after your pet is the first step, but what happens to the waste after it is picked up?
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Read the full story from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. It’s time to make the switch to triple-pane windows. That’s the message from a series of studies led by the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in collaboration with a coalition of public and private partners.
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.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
Despite many nations dropping coronavirus restrictions, cases of covid-19 are rising.
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Read the full post from the Government Accountability Office. Coal-fired power plants release carbon dioxide, mercury, and other emissions that can harm human health. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently reported that emissions from power plants have increased from 2020 to 2021, reflecting growth in coal-fired power generation. Today’s WatchBlog post looks at two of … Continue reading Federal government efforts to reduce emissions from coal-fired power plants.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
We don’t know what causes strange bright features on the moon called lunar swirls, but a new analysis has discovered surprising hints that they are found where the ground is lower
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Read the full story from the American Chemical Society. In many cuisines, okra serves as a master thickener of stews and soups. The goo from that fruit and other plants, such as aloe, cactus and psyllium, can also clean water and wastewater of some types of solid pollutants, as well as some that are dissolved. … Continue reading Cooking up a way to remove microplastics from wastewater — with okra, aloe.
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New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
Two clinically available drugs have shown promise in restoring the regenerative capacity of mouse lung cells, suggesting they could be used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Risk mitigation efforts that started before the pandemic continue, from combating the effects of tariffs and trade wars to reducing the carbon footprint from operations and the extended supply chain. Supply Chain Dive examines the concept of resilient and sustainable supply chains — before, during and beyond COVID-19. Included in this trendline: 5 freight technologies … Continue reading Building resilient and sustainable supply chains.
PA Environment Daily
MARCH 23, 2022
On March 23, officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and representatives from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation , and the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay were in the field meeting with dairy farmers in Pennsylvania and key corporate partners to discuss collaborative efforts that support local dairy farmers by promoting healthy farms, clean water, and other environmental benefits.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
Existing flexible screens are either too power-hungry, fragile or expensive to be used in most electronic devices, but a new material could enable more practical versions
Physics World
MARCH 23, 2022
Portable electronic devices can be carried in a myriad of ways — sometimes, you may even find yourself waking up from a nap with your smartphone or headphones on your chest. But that proximity to your chest may be a problem if you’re one of the millions of people worldwide who rely on a cardiovascular implantable device (CID), such as a pacemaker or defibrillator.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
The invasion of Ukraine is first and foremost a humanitarian catastrophe, but the environmental consequences of Putin's war will also be dire, writes Graham Lawton
Environmental Leader
MARCH 23, 2022
Normative has launched a carbon calculator to help SMEs measure their emissions and identify emission hot spots, establishing a baseline towards halving emissions before 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2050. The post Normative Launches Carbon Calculator to Help SMEs Measure Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
Physicist and broadcaster Jim Al-Khalili discusses the power of wonder, the importance of overcoming our biases and the biggest mysteries in fundamental physics
PA Environment Daily
MARCH 23, 2022
The Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Berks County invites visitors to the Mountain for spring migration watch, Raptorthon , and exciting weekend programs. Beginner and expert birders are welcome to join the official counter looking for returning raptors and other spring migrants from April 1 through May 15 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Sanctuary’s beautiful North Lookout.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
A new type of therapy aims to exploit immunity gained from childhood tetanus vaccinations to make the immune system attack hard-to-treat pancreatic cancer
Environmental News Bits
MARCH 23, 2022
Read the full story at Food Navigator. New vegan products made with upcycled ‘imperfect’ vegetables are being developed by researchers in Europe.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
Stargazing usually favours night owls, but here's a treat for early birds, says Abigail Beall, who offers a host of planets peeping over the horizon
Environmental Leader
MARCH 23, 2022
The compressed air energy storage market will see growth as renewable energy demands and new technology uses increase. The post Compressed Air Energy Storage Market Expected to See Growth appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
MARCH 23, 2022
The newly described rose-veiled fairy wrasse is among the greatest living embodiments of a rainbow seen in nature, as this colourful image shows
National Law Center
MARCH 23, 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: March 23, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
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