Yale E360
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
A sweeping new report, unveiled at the start of a major U.N. conference on the conservation of wildlife, held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, finds that nearly half of migratory species are in decline, from Egyptian vultures to steppe eagles to wild camels.
Legal Planet
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
For those following offshore wind development in California, January 19, 2024, marked an important moment—the release of the long-awaited Draft Assembly Bill 525 Offshore Wind Strategic Plan from the California Energy Commission (CEC). Some important foundations for offshore wind, a new but growing industry in California, had already been laid. Assembly Bill 525 (AB 525, Chiu, Chapter 231, Statutes of 2021) lent momentum to the development of offshore wind in the state by identifying important n
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Cleannovate
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Introduction:Take a deep breath – if you can. In the midst of our bustling urban jungles, indoor sanctuaries, and industrial landscapes, the air we breathe is far from pristine.
Clean Energy Law
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The directive aims to reduce waste and bolster the repair sector. By Paul A. Davies , Michael D. Green , and James Bee On 2 February 2024, the European Parliament (Parliament) and European Council (Council) reached a provisional deal on a directive promoting the repair of broken or defective goods, known as the Right to Repair Directive. The directive was proposed in March 2023 by the European Commission [1] (Commission), seeking to deliver on environmental targets outlined in the European Green
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.
Law and Environment
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
It is now almost 18 months since Congress enacted the Inflation Reduction Act. One of the IRA’s provisions was an adder to the ITC for renewable energy projects located in an “energy community”. One way to be in an energy community is to be a brownfield. The IRA defined a brownfield simply as a facility that meets the definition of a brownfield under CERCLA.
Clean Energy Law
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
On appeal of a strike out decision, the Court gives the plaintiff “his day in court” to argue that corporates owe a common law duty of care in tort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. By Sophie J. Lamb KC and Stephanie Forrest On 7 February 2024, the Supreme Court of New Zealand decided to allow a novel climate change claim to proceed to trial. In Smith v.
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The Applied Ecologist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Journal of Applied Ecology offers a two-year mentoring opportunity for early career researchers to gain experience of the Associate Editor role. Each mentee works with one of our five Senior Editors, who act as a mentor, as well as receives on-going support from the Editorial Office.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
A stone wall nearly a kilometre long found under the Baltic Sea may have been built by ancient hunters to channel deer into a confined space
Inside Climate News
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The state’s legendary and beloved “climate scientist-communicator” finds his public outreach isn’t valued by the institutions in America that fund science. By Liza Gross Powerful storms drenched California last week, as massive rivers in the sky unleashed destructive downpours and winds that caused widespread flooding and mudslides, toppled trees that killed four people in Northern California, cut power to nearly 900,000 people statewide and dumped record-setting rainfall on Southern California,
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
A quantum experiment that could separate a particle’s properties from its mass has physicists arguing over how reality works in the quantum world
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.
Renewable + Law
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Today, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (“Service”) published notice in the Federal Register of a final rule amending its regulations authorizing permits for eagle incidental take and eagle nest take. The final rule comes roughly a year and four months after the Service issued its proposed rule (discussed here ) and includes most of the changes from the proposed rule.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Exposing mice to continuous loud noises changed the zinc levels in their inner ears, while a zinc-trapping compound helped prevent some of the damage
NRDC
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
A prime opportunity to bolster California's MPA network is close at hand. State decision makers should move to ambitiously conserve our state's vulnerable seascape.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The first ever UN report into the state of migratory species suggests animals from sharks to sea birds face a bleak future
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.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Scientists are watching closely to see whether avian influenza will reach Antarctica before this year’s penguin chicks disperse for the season
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Two wayfinding apps use motion sensors and AI to help people who are blind navigate a building, without needing to hold their phone out in front of them and risk theft
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Tourism is big business on the cape, but a growing environmental issue could disrupt the lives of tourists and residents, alike.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
When black holes are born from collapsing stars, they emit a short-lived jet that may slow down the black hole’s rotation to nearly a standstill
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PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
On February 12, environmental groups announced the US Environmental Protection Agency formally objected to an air quality permit for the US Steel Edgar Thomson Plant issued by the Allegheny County Health Department in August 2023 saying it was not in compliance with the Clean Air Act. In September 2023, environmental groups submitted a petition to EPA requesting it object to the Title V air quality permit issued to U.S.
PBS Nature
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Patrick Dykstra has a life-changing experience in Dominica when he has a close encounter with a sperm whale he names “Dolores.” During this first encounter, he attempts to communicate with her and she seems to respond.
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
On February 12, the Commonwealth Financing Authority announced it will begin accepting applications for the Public School Facility Improvement Grant Program for heating, air conditioning upgrades and other improvements March 1. The Department of Education announced it will accept applications for grants to help public schools make environmental repairs and improvements under the Public School Environmental Repairs Grant Program starting May 1.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
String theory is widely considered beyond empirical investigation.
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Penn State University is seeking nominations and candidates for the next dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences that works to fulfill Penn State’s land-grant mission through its integration of teaching, research and extension. Priority consideration will be given to materials received by March 1. The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking an inspirational leader who brings passion and an understanding of the convergent activities and disciplines that fuel the college’s mission.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
US company Intuitive Machines is launching its Odysseus lander towards the moon's south pole.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Very young children’s developing immune systems respond to the COVID-causing virus SARS-CoV-2 very differently than do those of adults
Endangered Species Law
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
On January 25, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries released a final North Atlantic Right Whale and Offshore Wind Strategy (the “Strategy”). The Strategy expresses the agencies’ joint goal of protecting and promoting the recovery of the North Atlantic right whale ( Eubalaena glacialis ) while responsibly developing offshore wind energy.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Individual interventions for burnout don’t work. Researchers explain why.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
As we increasingly live in cities, tiny apartments are likely to become the norm.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Our research finds that language is often a barrier for people dealing with cybercrime issues and that it’s important to close this security gap
Acoel
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Posted on February 12, 2024 by Marla E. Wieder AI generated image using Adobe Firefly Whether you celebrated Festivus , Christmas or any real or recently manufactured holiday this past season, as a former upstate New Yorker my thoughts inevitably turn to snow. But sadly, after decades working in the hazardous waste arena, I admit my thoughts inevitably turn to asbestos every time someone shakes a snow globe.
Earthava
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The post The Environmental Impact of Industrialization: A Critical Analysis appeared first on Earthava. Since the advent of the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain, Continental Europe, as well as the United States in 1760, the most negative impact has been on the environment. As humans continued to make progress in scientific innovations, the environment bore the brunt of such strides.
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Sharma, N., Kumar, V., Sugumar, V., Umesh, M., Sondhi, S., Chakraborty, P., Kaur, K., Thomas, J., Kamaraj, C., & Maitra, S. S. (2024). “A comprehensive review on the need for integrated strategies and process modifications for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) removal: Current insights and future prospects.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
The pandemic early exposed weaknesses in CDC’s laboratories.
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