Enviromental Defense

MARCH 21, 2024

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE AND ECOJUSTICE The federal government must urgently update the Impact Assessment Act and include the 413 project Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Yesterday, a joint application by the federal and provincial governments was submitted to the Federal Court to cancel the current federal environmental assessment for the proposed Highway 413.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

The exceptionally long white hairs on the newly named longhorn beetle Excastra albopilosa may deceive predators into thinking it is covered in fungus

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NRDC

MARCH 21, 2024

In a joint statement to international leaders , groups from around the world call for global accountability as essential to delivering on forest commitments.

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Legal Planet

MARCH 21, 2024

As California and other states transition to one hundred percent zero-emission new vehicle (ZEV) sales by 2035, local governments will play a crucial role in addressing inequities in the ZEV transition. Limited access to abundant and reliable charging equipment remains a key barrier to ZEV adoption for all, and city governments can lead efforts to broaden charger availability.

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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.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

A huge plume of sulphur dioxide from the latest eruption in Iceland is drifting across Europe, but it isn't expected to cause any significant harm

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

The Department of Environmental Protection notified the Shell Petrochemical Plant in Beaver County it will no longer be able to operate under an Air Quality Construction permit and must submit an application for a full Title V Air Quality Permit within 120 days. The federal Clean Air Act and US Environmental Protection Agency regulations require that a facility submit a Title V Operating Permit application within 12 months of commencing operation.

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NRDC

MARCH 21, 2024

Biomass producer Drax marked today’s International Day of Forests with a report extolling the logging and burning of forests for energy.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

Insects tend to be more abundant on organic farms than conventional ones, which may cause the pests to spill over into neighbouring fields, prompting these farmers to increase their pesticide use

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The Applied Ecologist

MARCH 21, 2024

Shortlisted for the 2023 Southwood Prize Samuel Fischer discusses how he and colleagues researched and utilised an angler smartphone app to build a stochastic model for angler traffic in the Canadian province of Alberta. Anglers facilitate the spread of whirling disease, a parasite-induced fish disease, meaning this model demonstrates the importance of individual-specific behaviour of vectors for propagule transport.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

After losing an eye at the age of 5, the 2024 Abel prize winner Michel Talagrand found comfort in mathematics

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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

MARCH 21, 2024

Join the Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for an April 25 workshop on how your property could be Certified Watershed-Friendly. The program will be held at the Cleve J. Fredricksen Library , 100 N. 19th Street in Camp Hill, Cumberland County from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Learn to identify stormwater sources on your property, their impact on local waterways, and adopt practices to minimize runoff, conserve water, and promote wildlife habitat.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

The Starship rocket destroyed its launch pad during its first launch attempt in 2023, and the explosion resembled a powerful volcanic eruption, spraying sand and chunks of debris over a huge area

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Scientific American

MARCH 21, 2024

Carboxylic acids make teens give off a pungent olfactory mix redolent of cheese, plum and even goats

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

Viagra, HRT, a statin and a painkiller slightly lowered people’s chances of dying over a 12-year study, suggesting they may have life-extending properties

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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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NRDC

MARCH 21, 2024

Are electric cars cheaper than gas cars? Compare cost per mile, maintenance costs and costs to operate electric vehicles vs. gas cars by state. Learn more!

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

A genetically modified pig kidney has been successfully transplanted into a living human – and the recipient is expected to leave hospital soon

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News For Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Robert Pace, building community partnerships and working with other program volunteers as a team have been essential for contributing to successful projects in Montgomery County. “I’ve had a life-long interest in water and the environment,” said Pace, who has been a volunteer in the program since 2016.

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

Elon Musk's brain-computer interface firm Neuralink has released a video of its first patient, Noland Arbaugh, controlling a computer cursor with his thoughts - is this the future?

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Scientific American

MARCH 21, 2024

Michel Talagrand innovative work has allowed others to tackle problems involving random processes

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

An analysis of almost 700,000 people with type 2 diabetes or obesity found that those prescribed Ozempic or Wegovy were about half as likely to develop cannabis use disorder as those taking other medications

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

By Jodi Sulpizio, Master Watershed Steward Coordinator, York County The Penn State Master Watershed Stewards in York County proudly recognize Betsy Leppo from the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and Gifford Pinchot State Park as their 2023 Outstanding Partners. The Master Watershed Stewards collaborate with Betsy, Pinchot staff (namely Jennifer Park – Park Operations Manager, Michael Plish – Assistant Park Manager, and Beth Kepley-McNutt – Environmental Education Specialist), and the Friends of

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

Rising temperatures are predicted to drive up food inflation by between 0.9 and 3.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 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] House next voting day March 25, 26, 27, A

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New Scientist

MARCH 21, 2024

Photographing the eclipse isn't as easy as taking a selfie, but with a bit of preparation anyone can capture a memorable image

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Earth 911

MARCH 21, 2024

I’ve just moved to a new place in the country and want to avoid the. The post Apps That Help You Belong To Your Local Natural World appeared first on Earth911.

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National Law Center

MARCH 21, 2024

On March 6, 2024 the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) announced a final rule on climate-related disclosures for businesses. Established by. The post The SEC Finalizes Rule on Required Climate Related Disclosures appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

Penn State Extension will host two webinar sessions on April 9 on Introduction To Working Riparian Buffers You Can Eat at Noon and 7:00 a.m. Riparian buffers offer many environmental benefits that improve water quality, stream health, and wildlife habitat. When buffers are "working" they can also diversify income, grow food for humans, and produce plants used for textiles and dyes.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

MARCH 21, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: NSAC Praises Expanding Access to Local Foods Act of 2024 Introduced in the Senate Washington, DC, March 21, 2024, Tuesday, Senators Jack Reed (D-RI), Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Cory Booker (D-NJ), Ron Wyden (D-OR), Laphonza R.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

On March 21, the U.S. Department of Energy announced up to $475 million in funding for five projects in Arizona, Kentucky, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia to accelerate clean energy deployment on current and former mine land. This funding-- made possible by the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law-- will support a variety of diverse, locally-driven clean energy projects that can be replicated in current and former mining communities across the country.

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Scientific American

MARCH 21, 2024

The summer “kitten season” is starting earlier and lasting longer, which is bad news for both animal shelters and wildlife

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Environmental Law Centre

MARCH 21, 2024

Drought Watch 2024: Forests and Drought Management in Alberta Alberta is currently experiencing severe drought conditions. Drought can have a negative impact on forest health, dynamics, abundance and distribution of. The post Drought Watch 2024: Forests and Drought Management in Alberta appeared first on Environmental Law Centre.

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Scientific American

MARCH 21, 2024

The Chandra X-ray Observatory faces a premature end under new funding cuts proposed by NASA—and astronomers aren’t happy

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 21, 2024

Penn State Extension is hosting an April 23 webinar on the Importance Of Tree Equity Amidst Changing Community Climates from Noon to 1:00 p.m. Municipal planning, socioeconomic factors, and geographic environmental vulnerability are key determinants of a community's livability. Various types of exposure become evident within community functions. Join the webinar to explore how forestry can offer practical solutions to address the challenges faced by individuals and neighborhoods in our community

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