Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 22, 2024

The official September 30 deadline for Congress to pass its annual appropriations bills to fund the government for fiscal year 2025 looms closer by the day. So, what kind of progress—if any—are the Senate and House of Representatives making towards this goal? Quite a bit actually, in the agriculture appropriations arena—but that doesn’t necessarily mean that arriving at a final result will be smooth or easy, or guarantee that this legislation will support climate action, conservation, nutrition,

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

Sea-floor nodules raise oxygen levels in the deep ocean, suggesting they may have a valuable role in ecosystems and adding to concerns about the impact of deep-sea mining

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Inside Climate News

JULY 22, 2024

A new study shows that herds of the iconic ungulate are rearing fewer young as oil and gas wells, renewable energy developments and trees spread into their rangeland habitats and migration corridors. By Najifa Farhat Pronghorn in Wyoming are experiencing long-term declines in the number of young they are rearing due to increased oil and gas development and encroaching woody vegetation, according to a new study.

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

Using satellite data, researchers identified hundreds of glacial lakes in Greenland that flooded their frozen shores over the past decade – helping speed up global sea level rise

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Scientific American

JULY 22, 2024

Companies and governments alike need to step up cybersecurity practices in the wake of massive technology failures associated with a CrowdStrike update

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

A better understanding of what happens to our bodies when we get fitter can unlock ways to speed up the journey – and it might be simpler than you think

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

A weather and climate model that fuses artificial intelligence and physics simulations can match state-of-the-art performance while slashing the required computer power, say Google researchers

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Scientific American

JULY 22, 2024

Windows devices go down, Twisters brings tornadoes to the big screen and COVID’s summer surge in this week’s news roundup.

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

There may be ways to work with your body’s natural daily and monthly cycles to get the maximum benefits from workouts and avoid injury

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Scientific American

JULY 22, 2024

Baffling new results show that rocklike mineral deposits in the deep sea can produce oxygen

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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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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

Humans and chimpanzees both take part in rapid social exchanges, suggesting some foundational principles of language may have evolved earlier than previously thought

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Scientific American

JULY 22, 2024

A tall cactus found only in Florida’s Key Largo is the U.S.

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New Scientist

JULY 22, 2024

The tempo of the songs released by artists changes as they age, according to a study of more than 200 musicians with careers spanning over 20 years

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

On July 22, Gov. Josh Shapiro announced last week he signed House Bill 1032 (Fiedler-D- Philadelphia) and Senate Bill 831 (Yaw-R-Lycoming) into law, establishing the Solar for Schools program and creating a regulatory framework for carbon capture, utilization, and geologic sequestration (CCUS) in the Commonwealth. CCUS will allow vital Pennsylvania industries to remove carbon dioxide from the impact on the planet and either recycle the carbon or store it underground to reduce its impact on the a

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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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Earth 911

JULY 22, 2024

An energy-efficient building standard, Passive House design reduces a home’s energy use by more than. The post Infographic: How a Passive House Saves Energy appeared first on Earth911.

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Scientific American

JULY 22, 2024

Claims of alien starships visiting Earth always fall short, but people still fall for them

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

By David Hess, Secretary of the Department of Environmental Protection at the Time of the Rescue On July 24, 2002 miners broke through into an abandoned, water-filled mine flooding the Quecreek Mine with over 150 million gallons of water. Nine miners scrambled to safety, but nine were trapped in a pocket of air in the dark, cold, water filled mine. The nine miners were rescued four days later through the combined efforts of state and federal mine rescue agencies and hundreds of workers and local

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Earth 911

JULY 22, 2024

One of the common misconceptions in curbside recycling is that all glass is treated the. The post Recycling Mystery: Windows appeared first on Earth911.

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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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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

On July 22, for the first time, the Chester Water Authority announced it is providing five students and one recent graduate from Thaddeus Stevens College Of Technology and Williams College of the Trades with internship experiences. The comprehensive internship program is designed to provide a perfect blend of training, hands-on experience, project work, specialized training, and evaluation in the water industry.

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NRDC

JULY 22, 2024

Fires can be wild and unpredictable—don’t let your reaction to them be the same.

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Ocean Conservancy

JULY 22, 2024

Last week we saw a momentous celebration of an incredible collaboration. #TeamSeas has surpassed the goal of removing 30 million pounds of trash from our ocean. This global, groundbreaking partnership removed more than 34 million pounds, leaving our beaches and ocean cleaner for the people and animals who rely on them. Like everyone at Ocean Conservancy, I am incredibly proud of the accomplishments of #TeamSeas.

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Earth 911

JULY 22, 2024

Growing, packaging, transporting, and distributing food is a major source of society’s emissions, accounting for. The post Earth911 Podcast: Relocalize Aims to Hyper-Localize Ice and Beverage Production appeared first on Earth911.

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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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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

“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] Click Here To View Or Print The Entire Jul

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A Greener Life

JULY 22, 2024

By Anders Lorenzen As an active person and having almost completely eradicated meat from my diet, I’m always on the lookout for healthy high-protein snacks that are produced in the least harmful way and to the highest sustainability standards. In today’s globalised with the complicated element of supply chains, of which it can be tricky to find accurate information, how do you go about sourcing products that do not cost the Earth?

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

On July 22, the US Environmental Protection Agency announced the award of over $4.3 billion in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants to implement community-driven solutions that tackle the climate crisis, reduce air pollution, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America’s clean energy transition. Pennsylvania was awarded $396.1 for the Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions In Pennsylvania (RISE PA) Program.

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Environmental News Bits

JULY 22, 2024

Qi, S., Degen, A., Wang, W., Huang, M., Li, D., Luo, B., Xu, J., Dang, Z., Guo, R., & Shang, Z. (2024). “Systemic review for the use of biochar to mitigate soil degradation.” GCB Bioenergy, 16, e13147.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

By Jeff Mulhollem, Penn State News As the number of major utility-scale ground solar panel installations grows, concerns about their impacts on natural hydrologic processes also have grown. However, a new study by Penn State researchers suggests that excess runoff or increased erosion can be easily mitigated — if these “solar farms” are properly built.

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Environmental News Bits

JULY 22, 2024

Song, T., Liu, J., Han, S., Li, Y., Xu, T., Xi, J., Hou, L., & Lin, Y. (2024). “Effect of conventional and biodegradable microplastics on the soil-soybean system: A perspective on rhizosphere microbial community and soil element cycling.” Environment International, 190, 108781.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2024

On July 22, the Pittsburgh-based Green Building Alliance announced US Sen. John Fetterman said he will officially seek support for the expansion of GBA’s Resilient Small Businesses Expansion Project programming to Erie, New Kensington, and Westmoreland County through a $250,000 Congressionally Directed Spending Grant (CDS). The GBA Resilient Small Businesses Expansion Project, together with a list of projects selected for potential congressionally directed spending, can be found on Senator Fette

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Nanotech

JULY 22, 2024

The European Commission (EC) launched a call on July 5, 2024, for applications for members of the new Technology Council for Advanced Materials. According to the Directorate General (DG) for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs, “this high-level group will coordinate efforts to meet future needs for advanced materials in Europe, and is key to building a single advanced materials ecosystem.

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Environmental News Bits

JULY 22, 2024

Read the full story from PBS News Hour. For many people, the humble goldfish is their first pet. Swimming in a tank in your house, it’s hard to imagine it’s much of a threat.

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