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Huge set of galaxies is set to form largest cluster in known universe

New Scientist

Astronomers have spotted a gargantuan protocluster – the primordial beginnings of a galaxy cluster – by searching near a quasar in the early universe

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`India’s Silicon Valley’ is feeling the climate costs

A Greener Life

A student water conservation awareness campaign in Bengaluru. Photo credit: AFP. By Anders Lorenzen Bengaluru (In English known as Bangalore) lies in the Indian state of Karnataka. It has earned the nickname of ‘India’s Silicon Valley’ due to its rapid economic and population growth. It is now the third largest city in India in terms of population, housing 15 million people.

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The Search for “Lingering Trees” Offers Hope for Imperiled Species

Cool Green Science

The tiny fraction of trees that show strong resistance to invasive pests and pathogens need to be found – and is how you can help. The post The Search for “Lingering Trees” Offers Hope for Imperiled Species appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Hawaii Considers $25 Climate Tax

Greenbuilding Law

The Hawaii legislature held a hearing last Friday on Governor Josh Green’s bill to authorize a $25 tax to create a “special fund to prevent climate crises and more effectively respond to climate crises when they occur.” The climate levy will be on “transient accommodations” and due each time tourists to the island state check into a hotel or other short term rental with “tax revenue [allocated] to the climate health and environmental action special fund.

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Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization

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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The Search for America’s Tiniest Turtles

Cool Green Science

In Massachusetts, a team is restoring wetlands and using some old-school ways to track bog turtles process. The post The Search for America’s Tiniest Turtles appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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EPA Proposes to Regulate PFAS under RCRA Corrective Action

Ohio Environmental Law

On February 8, 2024, U.S. EPA proposed two new significant regulations that would expand its authority to require cleanup of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). The scope of the proposed regulations and the potential facilities affected are discussed below. Background on RCRA Program To understand the potential scope of the new proposed regulations it is important to understand two basic aspects of regulatory frameworks under RCRA.

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91 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 91 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- Centre County Recycling Coordinator Joanne Shafer To Retire; Longest Serving Recycling Coordinator In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- Keep PA Beautiful: Sheila Shea, Fayette County Recycling Coordinator Reco

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- Centre County Recycling Coordinator Joanne Shafer To Retire; Longest Serving Recycling Coordinator In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- Keep PA Beautiful: Sheila Shea, Fayette County Recycling Coordinator Recognized With Community Pride Award [PaEN] -- Interfaith Partners For Chesapeake Faith & Waters Restoration Summit Attracts Nearly 200, Executive Director Jodi Ros

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Sunday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 2.25.24

PA Environment Daily

“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] Senate next voting day March 18, 19, 20 -

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Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- Gov. Shapiro -- The Center Square: Republican State Budget Critic Says Don’t Compete With Ohio, ‘We’re In Competition With North Carolina, Florida, Texas’ -- Budget 2024 -- Post-Gazette - Ford Turner: PA Budget Process Muddied By Clashing State Revenue Estimates As Hearings Begin -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: ‘Reasonable’ State Revenue Projections Versus ‘Plausible’ Ones -- PennLive: Independent Fiscal Office Projects B

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Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation

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.