Legal Planet
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The California State Legislature is now finally in its off-season. Governor Newsom had until Monday, September 30 th to sign or veto bills that the legislature passed and sent to his desk. In a final tally of bills, according to CalMatters , Governor Newsom vetoed approximately 18% of the nearly 1,000 bills that landed on his desk in the final days of session, or close to 1 in 5 bills.
A Greener Life
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Image generated by AI. By Anders Lorenzen Having been at the forefront of dealing with climate impacts in recent years, Greece has shored up its renewable energy targets. Greece, which has recently battled one climate-fuelled wildfire after the other, has ramped up its renewable energy targets. The revised 2030 energy and climate plan, unveiled by the government, targets the expansion of wind and solar power.
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PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Thandazile Moyo , assistant professor of energy and mineral engineering at Penn State, will give the talk, “Aligning with Recycling as a Strategy for Reliable Critical Metals Supply : Policies, Challenges, and Opportunities in the U.S.,” at 4:00 p.m. on October 28, in 112 Walker Building on the University Park campus. The talk will also be available via Zoom.
ESA
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Introduction Earlier this year, Vanuatu, Fiji, and Samoa jointly introduced “ecocide” as a crime to be considered by the International Criminal Court. This meeting’s goal was to discuss the theoretical and practical framework of ecocide laws and to educate participants about their potential. The panelists were: Jojo Mehta, Stop Ecocide International; Aresio Valiente Lopez, University of Panama; and Sophie Demenski, Ecosia UK.
Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.
Ocean Conservancy
OCTOBER 23, 2024
This blog was written by Michele Conrad, advisor to Ocean Conservancy on achieving priority fish conservation and ecosystem goals on the West Coast. As a former state ocean policy manager, Michele represented the State of Washington on the Pacific Fishery Management Council for 15 years before starting her own consultancy. She is passionate about helping fisheries manage their way through climate change and furthering ocean conservation efforts.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
On October 23, ClearWater Conservancy announced it has received a $2 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission through the Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (POWER) initiative. This funding will play a vital role in constructing the ClearWater Community Conservation Center, aimed at fostering environmental stewardship and boosting ecotourism in Centre County.
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Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Download the report. What GAO Found The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established maximum contaminant levels applicable to six types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. For perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS)—two of the most common PFAS—EPA set maximum contaminant levels at 4 parts per trillion.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Penn State University Libraries will observe GIS Day -- an annual event celebrating the technology of geographic information systems (GIS)-- with sessions on Nov. 18 and a trivia event on Nov. 19. The program is available in-person and online. This year’s activities focus on geospatial presentation, networking opportunities and student engagement. With a theme relating to 2024 Geography Awareness Week : Geographers Take Action, the sessions explore the contributions of geographers.
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Download the report. What GAO Found To participate in the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), landowners and operators take agricultural land out of use and implement conservation practices, or agree to protect grassland, in exchange for annual rental payments.
Yale E360
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Recent sightings of the "Mekong ghost" fish in Cambodia offer hope for a creature once presumed extinct.
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
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Everything you need to know about Rwanda's outbreak of Marburg virus, which has been described as one of the deadliest human pathogens
Scientific American
OCTOBER 23, 2024
On the Silk Road, these lost twin cities may have sustained themselves in a foreboding landscape with metallurgy and commerce
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Researchers have managed to encode enormous amounts of information, including images, into DNA at a rate hundreds of times faster than was previously possible
NRDC
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Despite public promises to embrace zero-emission trucks, some manufacturers are quietly sabotaging the shift to cleaner vehicles, putting public health at risk.
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
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
A nearby star that exploded 3 million years ago could have removed all dust smaller than a millimetre from the outer solar system
Inside Climate News
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Owasco Lake is called the region’s “canary in the coal mine” for harmful algal blooms, which threaten swimmers, pets and some local drinking water supplies. By Peter Mantius This article previously appeared in Water Front.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Marie Curie redefined the role of women in science by training a generation of “lab daughters” to have stellar careers, shows Dava Sobel's detailed and intimate new biography, The Elements of Marie Curie
Scientific American
OCTOBER 23, 2024
An epidemiologist explores a troubling rise in early-onset breast cancer diagnoses and discusses the potential link to chronic exposure to endocrine disruptors.
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.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Google DeepMind has been using its AI watermarking method on Gemini chatbot responses for months – and now it’s making the tool available to any AI developer
Scientific American
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Supermassive black holes can expel jets of material so vast and powerful that they may shape the large-scale structure of the cosmos
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Adding blade-like sails to tankers could reduce their annual fuel consumption by up to 30 per cent, slashing the climate impact of the shipping industry
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
A Widener University Commonwealth Law faculty member who has shaped environmental policy for decades has been honored with one of the highest recognitions in his field. John C. Dernbach , emeritus professor, a leading advocate for sustainable development, received the American Bar Association’s 2024 Distinguished Achievement Award in Environmental Law and Policy for his groundbreaking contributions to environmental protection.
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.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The systems we use to produce food have many problems, from horrifying waste to their dependence on fossil fuels.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
On October 21, PJM Interconnection CEO Manu Asthana told the Organization of PJM States-- “I feel more concerned today than I did two years ago about resource adequacy. Load is growing much faster than we had projected then, which even back then was an eye-popping set of numbers.” “I haven’t seen any forecast of load that allows me to rest and say we’re good,” he said Monday.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Greening our cities is a good thing, but it has to be done with an eye to the unfolding climate crisis of our times
NRDC
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Here’s how schools can tap into this new source of funding as they map out their climate action plans.
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
OCTOBER 23, 2024
A man and young girl drive across a scorched Australian outback in Juice, an extraordinary new sci-fi novel where nothing is what it first seems, says Emily H.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 23, 2024
On October 23, the national Rails To Trails Conservancy named Sarah Clark Stuart , trails and transportation manager in the City of Philadelphia Department of Streets, the 2024 Doppelt Family Rail-Trail Champion for her visionary leadership that has been central to the progress of the Circuit Trails , an 860-miles-plus regional trail network that serves Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 23, 2024
For nervous newbie gardeners, starting out with a single plant in a small pot is pitched as an easy win by the horticultural industry.
National Law Center
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The Corporate Transparency Act requires millions of small business entities to disclose information about their beneficial owners to the federal government. The post Deadline approaches for business owners to comply with Corporate Transparency Act appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
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