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Weve truly never seen anything like it before. Since my last summary released on March 12 th , we have counted 117 potential attacks on scientists, their work, and science-based policies in the federal government. This means we have counted a grand total of 219 actions, decisions, or policies where science may have been sidelined or threatened since the Trump administrations return to the White House.
The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF), one of the most critical climate spending programs in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), has come under significant fire from the Trump administration. In the span of twenty days, EPA has blocked GGRF awardees from accessing their grant accounts, made baseless accusations of program-wide fraud, and taken the extraordinary step of terminating $20 billion in National Clean Investment Fund (NCIF) and Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) grants.
Posted on April 2, 2025 by Robin Craig On March 25, 2025, the University of Southern Californias (USCs) Public Exchange and independent advisor Solar Aquagrid announced the California Solar Canal Initiative, a seven-university project to assess the technological, social, and legal capacities to install solar panels over the many water canals and aqueducts flowing through California.
BUCKEYE, Ariz. It was supposed to be called Cipriani, a master planned community with more than 9,700 homes at the western fringe of this sprawling desert city in central Arizona. Plans have changed. One regional growth industry housing is being supplanted by another computing. Even as both carry questions about efficient use of water in one of the driest, fastest-growing areas of the country.
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.
Last Updated: April 2, 2025 For more than two months, billions of dollars of lawfully obligated USDA funding have been frozen or terminated. While the agency has not made public the full scope of what remains frozen or targeted for termination, the harms to communities, farmers, and organizations are already clear. This blog post takes a closer look at what we knowhighlighting national and state-level impacts on four programs that support agricultural conservation and resilience, local food syst
Agrivoltaics is an interdisciplinary research area that lies at the intersection of photovoltaics (PVs) and agriculture. Traditional PV systems used in agricultural settings are made from silicon materials and are opaque. The opaque nature of these solar cells can block sunlight reaching plants and hinder their growth. As such, there’s a need for advanced semi-transparent solar cells that can provide sufficient power but still enable plants to grow instead of casting a shadow over them.
On March 27, the Environmental Hearing Board issued an Opinion and Order denying a motion by EQT Chapp, LLC, supported by DEP , to exclude evidence related to medical conditions and toxicology reports in connection with a landowners appeal of DEPs determination that the agency could not conclude his water supply was adversely impacted by oil and gas operations.
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On March 27, the Environmental Hearing Board issued an Opinion and Order denying a motion by EQT Chapp, LLC, supported by DEP , to exclude evidence related to medical conditions and toxicology reports in connection with a landowners appeal of DEPs determination that the agency could not conclude his water supply was adversely impacted by oil and gas operations.
Carley, S., & Konisky, D. M. (2025). It is time to modernize energy insecurity policies to account for extreme heat. Joule, 9(3). [link] Abstract The increasing incidence of extreme heat events compromises the well-being of households who are energy insecure.
UCLA School of Law A huge group of UCLA Law professors sent a letter to our students yesterday expressing our collective condemnation of the Trump Administration’s attacks on the rule of law. In doing so we join colleagues from other institutions and law deans in voicing our concerns. Here is an important excerpt from the letter: Lawyers have special obligations to protect and uphold the rule of law.
Bushra, R., Khayal, A., Ahmad, M., Song, J., Jin, Y., & Xiao, H. (2025). Catalytic conversion of polymer waste into high-value products for advancing circular economy and eco-sustainability. Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, 189, 107052.
Statement by Karen Wirsig, Senior Program Manager, Plastics Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat It is appalling that the latest report from the U.S. government on trade barriers points the finger at the Canadian governments action on plastic pollution. The entry on plastics reads like talking points from the plastics and petrochemical industry that has long opposed action on plastic pollution in the U.S. and els
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
Read the full story at NPR. The Internet Archive is among the few efforts that exist to catch the stuff that falls through the digital cracks, while also making that information accessible to the public.
Recent press reports tell of rumors of impactful (some fear catastrophic) budget cuts to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Politically, priority on reducing EPAs climate programs, along with budget and personnel cuts, are not surprising given the election results. Recent rumors include chatter that the EPA Office of Research and Development (ORD) might be eliminated and/or its staff redistributed, with a specific target on the back of ORDs Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS).
Read the project summary and associated publications from the USGS. U.S. Geological Survey scientists are seeking to understand the impacts of mercury mining on headwater streams, organisms, and food webs, focused on potential effects from historical miningin central Idaho.
As interest in nuclear power rises, startups are pursuing plans to recycle spent fuel and reuse its untapped energy to power reactors. Advocates tout new recycling methods as a breakthrough, but many experts warn it will extract plutonium that could be used for nuclear weapons.
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
Read the full post from the Environmental Data & Governance Initiative (EDGI). Between February 7 and February 11, 2025, the landing page for the 2024 Climate Literacy Guide on Climate.gov became inaccessible. Around this time other webpages about this guide also were removed from Climate.gov.
The latest Resource newsletter from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources features articles on-- -- Forests For All - DCNR Unveils New Plan To Connect People To PA Forests -- With Some Federal Recreation Facilities Closed Due To Staff Cuts, Explore PA State Park, Forest Camping, Recreation Options -- PA Outdoor Corps Youth Workforce Development Program Expanding -- New Program Launches To Replace Invasive Trees, Shrubs With Natives -- Conservation Tip: Trout Season Opens April 5,
Read the full story at The Hill. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has fired all of the workers in its program that seeks to help low-income Americans pay their energy bills.
The Pennsylvania Forestry Association invites volunteers to the 33rd Annual Sproul Tree Planting Ramble on April 12 in the Sproul State Forest off the Snow Shoe Exit of I-80 in Centre County from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00. p.m. This replant continues to support regrowth of trees in the Sproul State Forest after the Two Rock Run forest fires in Clinton County.
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.
Read the full story at E&E News. Top Wall Street institutions are preparing for a severe future of global warming that blows past the temperature limits agreed to by more than 190 nations a decade ago, industry documents show.
On March 31, 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it will release obligated funding under the Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) for 543 projects totaling $537 million in 29 states. According to the press release, USDA is aggressively exploring additional ways to unleash American energy and incentivize the production and use of homegrown U.S. biofuels, including working alongside the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to develop Renewable Volume O
Read the full story at Power Magazine. German multinational chemical company BASF has commissioned that countrys largest proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer. The company said the 54-MW facility will have an annual capacity of as much as 8,000 metric tons of hydrogen. The electrolyzer is located at BASFs Ludwigshafen site.
The Delaware River Basin Commission and PA Emergency Management Agency are hosting three Middle Delaware Flood Hazard Mitigation starting April 9 The webinars are geared for municipal employees, floodplain managers, engineers, planners and other professionals looking to learn about accessing funding to support community preparedness against hazards.
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.
Listen to the podcast episode from Illinois Public Media. In the past we’ve talked about efforts to bring more carbon sequestration to Central Illinois, as the region is naturally capable of storing carbon captured from the atmosphere. But some of those efforts fall within the range of the Mahomet Aquifer.
Little Rock, AR Apr. 2, 2025 Montrose Environmental Group (NYSE: MEG) is on a mission to help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us. The company recently earned four wins in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards for: Top Project Environmental Impact: Achieving 100% Compliance with Real-Time Emission Tracking for Phillips 66 Top Project Environmental Impact: Montrose Environmental Group Deploys State-of-the-Art Leak Detection Sensor Network
Read the full story at Trellis. Amazon will let companies that have adopted comprehensive emissions reduction goals buy high integrity carbon credits generated by carbon removal projects already backed by the $638 billion e-commerce and cloud services company. The new strategy, announced March 19, applies only to companies cutting greenhouse gas emissions across all three … Continue reading Amazon now sells carbon credits.
The DEP Citizens Advisory Council is scheduled to meet April 8 to hear presentations on the state Climate Action Plan, solar panel recycling and from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. The agenda includes these presenters-- -- State Climate Action Plan: Colleen Unroe, DEP Policy Office [ Read more here ] -- Solar Panel Recycling: Steve Figgatt, Sycamore Sustainable Electronics Recycling -- Chesapeake Bay Foundation: Harry Campbell, CBF Science Policy & Advocacy Director. [ Read more here.
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.
Read the full story from the Technical University of Munich. The chemicals known as PFAS are considered a severe threat to human health. Among other things, they can cause liver damage, cancer, and hormonal disorders.
Join Sustainable Pittsburgh and guest speakers for an April 10 webinar on Tracking Federal Policy Shifts & Funding Opportunities for Sustainability Initiatives -- a timely discussion exploring recent federal policy changes and funding opportunities that impact local sustainability efforts from Noon to 1:25 p.m. With the freeze on some federal funding lifted, Pennsylvania stands to regain access to critical resources.
America’s Essential Data is a collaborative effort dedicated to documenting the value that data produced by the federal government provides for American lives and livelihoods. This effort supports federal agency implementation of the bipartisan Evidence Act of 2018, which requires that agencies prioritize data that deeply impact the public.
The DEP Climate Change Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on April 22 and on the agenda are presentations on resilient microgrids, abandoned oil and gas well plugging and updates on federal clean energy and climate program funding. Available meeting presentations-- -- DEP Microgrid Study Presentation -- DEP Abandoned Oil & Gas Well Plugging Presentation -- April 22 Meeting Slides Public Comments Members of the public who wish to provide comments are requested to register at least 24 hou
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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