Fri.Jul 29, 2022

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Dear Oil and Gas CEOs: Here’s How You Should Spend Those Record Profits

Union of Concerned Scientists

The quarterly profits of oil companies don’t usually attract a lot of attention outside Wall Street, but this time is different. That’s because the oil and gas “supermajors”—meaning the world’s largest publicly traded oil and gas companies—are posting record profits at a time when people around the globe are straining under the pressures caused by inflation, including high gas prices.

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SOFi Releases Biodegradable Cup, Eliminates Plastic Lids

Environment + Energy Leader

SOFi Products released what the company says is the first 100% biodegradable cup that eliminates the need for a plastic lid. The post SOFi Releases Biodegradable Cup, Eliminates Plastic Lids appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Why is Congress’s Climate Breakthrough Such a Big Deal? Because Without It, We’d Be Irreparably Off Course.

Union of Concerned Scientists

This summer, over the course of two short weeks and against the stark and staggering backdrop of climate impacts ricocheting from coast to coast and beyond, our nation’s ability to tackle climate change at the scale and scope required to meet our climate targets suffered a pair of calamitous setbacks, first from the Supreme Court and then from Congress.

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Long a Climate Laggard, Ireland Lays Path to Cut Emissions in Half by 2030

Yale E360

Ireland, which has historically lagged behind other European nations in tackling climate change, has set a course to slash emissions by 51 percent by 2030. Read more on E360 ?.

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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.

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Gov. Wolf Announces Evaluation Of How DEP Regulates Conventional Oil & Gas Drilling & The Industry’s Compliance With Environmental Safeguards

PA Environment Daily

On July 30, Gov. Wolf directed the Department of Environmental Protection to conduct an evaluation of how it regulates conventional oil and gas wells to prevent new abandoned wells, tighten review of permit transfers, review compliance with environmental safeguards and make recommendations for changes and actions, including criminal sanctions. The evaluation was outlined by Gov.

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Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up

Environmental News Bits

Download the document. In thousands of communities across the United States, drinking water is contaminated with chemicals known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are used in a wide range of products, such as non-stick cookware, water and stain repellent fabrics, and fire-fighting foam, because they have properties that repel oil and water, reduce … Continue reading Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up.

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DEP Opens Next Round Of Environmental Education Grants Aug. 1

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection will begin accepting applications for the next round of Environmental Education Grants August 1. The deadline to apply is December 9. ( formal notice ) Two types of awards, mini grants and general grants, will be offered for projects addressing the 2023 Program priorities of water, climate change and environmental justice.

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Marriott Reduces Water and Energy Use by Double-Digits

Environmental Leader

Marriott is an environmental leader. From a 2016 baseline, it has vowed to reduce water intensity by 15%, carbon intensity by 30%, and waste-to-landfill by 45% by 2025. The post Marriott Reduces Water and Energy Use by Double-Digits appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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North Branch Land Trust Receives PPL Foundation Grant For 'Loving Our Local Waters - Amando Nuestras Aguas Locales'; Bilingual Stewardship Sign Contest Open

PA Environment Daily

On July 29, the Luzerne County-based North Branch Land Trust announced it has received a $1,500 grant from the PPL Foundation. These funds will support the Land Trust’s Loving Our Local Waters/ Amando Nuestras Aguas Locales water stewardship program. North Branch Land Trust will host youth watershed education programs at their Valmont Bog Preserve located in Valmont Industrial Park, Hazleton, Luzerne County.

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Pobblebonk frogs have a weird trick for surviving very acidic pools

New Scientist

Highly acidic water usually breaks down a tadpole’s gill lining, but an Australian frog has evolved to suck in more protective calcium from the extreme ecosystem where it lives

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Shaping a Resilient Future: Climate Impact on Vulnerable Populations

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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Copper Supply Gaps to Challenge Net-Zero Goals, Study Predicts

Environmental Leader

Such a supply gap would have broader consequences across the global economy, disrupting supply chains for both energy transition and non-energy transition industries, the study says. The post Copper Supply Gaps to Challenge Net-Zero Goals, Study Predicts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Ag and Food Law Daily Update: July 29, 2022

National Law Center

A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. . The post Ag and Food Law Daily Update: July 29, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Marriott Reduces Water and Energy Use by Double-Digits

Environmental Leader

Marriott is an environmental leader. From a 2016 baseline, it has vowed to reduce water intensity by 15%, carbon intensity by 30%, and waste-to-landfill by 45% by 2025. The post Marriott Reduces Water and Energy Use by Double-Digits appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Rutgers & Harvard scientists develop antimicrobial, plant-based food wrap designed to replace plastic

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Rutgers. Aiming to produce environmentally friendly alternatives to plastic food wrap and containers, a Rutgers scientist has developed a biodegradable, plant-based coating that can be sprayed on foods, guarding against pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms and transportation damage. The scalable process could potentially reduce the adverse environmental impact of plastic food packaging as … Continue reading Rutgers & Harvard scientists develop antimicrobial,

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Sustainability at Retail

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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Writefull trial announced on Journal of Applied Ecology

The Applied Ecologist

We are delighted to announce that we have integrated the language editing software, Writefull, into the online submission system of Journal of Applied Ecology. Writefull is an automatic proofing and editing AI tool trained on published articles from STEM subject areas. It screens text for correctness of grammar, spelling, vocabulary and punctuation, as well more subtle language issues such as style, word order, and phrasing.

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Data scientists use new techniques to identify lakes and reservoirs around the world

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the University of Minnesota. A University of Minnesota Twin Cities-led team of data scientists has published a first-of-its-kind comprehensive global dataset of the lakes and reservoirs on Earth showing how they have changed over the last 30+ years. The data will provide environmental researchers with new information about land and … Continue reading Data scientists use new techniques to identify lakes and reservoirs around the world.

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SK Group Invests Billions Toward US Energy, Batteries

Environmental Leader

The South Korean Conglomerate is putting $21 billion to clean energy projects. The post SK Group Invests Billions Toward US Energy, Batteries appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Climate disinformation leaves lasting mark as world heats

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the Associated Press. Even as surveys show the public generally has become more concerned about climate change, a sizeable number of Americans have become even more distrustful of the scientific consensus.

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Senate Unveils Legislation Addressing Energy Initiatives

Environmental Leader

More than $369 billion is earmarked for energy and climate programs under the new proposal. The post Senate Unveils Legislation Addressing Energy Initiatives appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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New online mapping tool helps California prepare for extreme heat

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from UCLA. As summer kicks off and California braces for more record-breaking temperatures, a new tool co-developed by UCLA researchers will help government officials, school administrators and communities visualize the neighborhoods most in danger from extreme heat. Low-income residents and communities of color are impacted most by hot weather, which is the deadliest … Continue reading New online mapping tool helps California prepare for extreme heat.

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Get to Know Our First Vice President of Conservation, Justice and Equity

Ocean Conservancy

When I first came to Ocean Conservancy, someone asked me what my favorite animal was. My answer? The giant oceanic manta ray ( Mobula birostris ). Why? Because they are so large and so magnificent in the water that they seem to defy explanation and—much like the ocean itself–they appear to be imbued with a spirit of power and magic that inspires awe.

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Research links national-level greenhouse gas emissions, warming and resulting economic damage

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Dartmouth College. Study provides data on gains and losses attributable to individual countries, including the finding that a group from the world’s leading national emitters of GHGs have caused $6 trillion in global economic losses through warming caused by their emissions from 1990 to 2014.

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Sadiq Khan urges UK parliament to pass 'Ella's Law' for clean air

New Scientist

Mayor of London also hits out at "vested interests" in motoring lobby backlash against his plans to expand clean air zone to outer London in 2023

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EPA seeks input on latest pollution prevention grant opportunity funded by $100 million investment from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

Environmental News Bits

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced two listening sessions to collect input on the development of a new grant opportunity made possible by the $100 million investment in the agency’s Pollution Prevention (P2) program from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The new grant opportunity will encourage products, purchasing, and/or supply chains that are … Continue reading EPA seeks input on latest pollution prevention grant opportunity funded by $100 m

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July 29 Take Five Fridays With Pam From PA Parks & Forests Foundation

PA Environment Daily

The July 29 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation. Read the Blog Post by Brian Price, Ranger Supervisor at French Creek State Park on what it’s like to be a park ranger. Lots of events on the Foundation’s Events webpage and DCNR’s Calendar of Events for activities happening near you. Click Here to read the entire Take Five.

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It’s getting harder for scientists to collaborate across borders – that’s bad when the world faces global problems like pandemics and climate change

Environmental News Bits

by Tommy Shih, Lund University The United Nations and many researchers have emphasized the critical role international collaborative science plays in solving global challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss and pandemics. The rise of non-Western countries as science powers is helping to drive this type of global cooperative research. For example, Brazil, Russia, India, China … Continue reading It’s getting harder for scientists to collaborate across borders – that’s bad when the wo

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Help Wanted: Audubon Society Of Western PA Buffalo Creek Watershed Coordinator

PA Environment Daily

The Audubon Society Of Western PA is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Buffalo Creek Watershed Coordinator. The individual filling this position will assist with implementation of the Buffalo Creek Watershed Conservation Plan 10-Year Update and will serve as the primary point of contact for environmental education activities at Buffalo Creek Nature Park.

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Artificial photosynthesis can produce food without sunshine

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the University of California Riverside. Scientists are developing artificial photosynthesis to help make food production more energy-efficient here on Earth, and one day possibly on Mars.

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16 Oil & Gas Facility Spill, Soil, Water Contamination Cleanups Under Act 2 Land Recycling Program During July

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice of these 16 oil and gas facility spill, soil and water contamination cleanup final reports and intents to remediate under the Act 2 Land Recycling Program in the PA Bulletin during July. The final reports demonstrate how the responsible party met one or more of the cleanup standards under the Land Recycling Program.

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Google makes Earth Engine available to all businesses and governments

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at ZDNet. For the past decade, researchers in academia and the nonprofit world have had access to increasingly sophisticated information about the Earth’s surface. Now, any commercial or government entity will have access to Earth Engine.

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DEP Posts 59 Pages Of Permit Related Notices In July 30 PA Bulletin; Notice Of 6 Oil & Gas Facility Cleanups

PA Environment Daily

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the July 30 PA Bulletin-- Gov. Wolf published notice in the July 30 PA Bulletin directing the Department of Environmental Protection to conduct an evaluation of how it regulates conventional oil and gas wells to prevent new abandoned wells, tighten review of permit transfers, review compliance with environmental safeguards and make recommendations for changes and actions, including criminal sanctions.

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Plan S funders embrace journal-free versions of peer review

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Research Professional News. The Plan S open-access initiative has announced its support for newly emerging ways of producing research papers, in which peer review takes place independently from publication in journals or on platforms. Plan S said on 6 July that most of its funders—who require the researchers they support … Continue reading Plan S funders embrace journal-free versions of peer review.

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Agriculture Accepting Applications For $13 Million In Farm Conservation Tax Credits - First Come, First Served

PA Environment Daily

On July 29, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the availability of $13 million in tax credits to Pennsylvania farmers for measures to improve soil and water quality. Tax credits through Pennsylvania’s innovative conservation financing program, Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) , can be combined with other state funding, including the Environmental Quality Incentive Program, the Chesapeake Bay Program or Conservation Excellence Grants.

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How do cells react to micro- and nanoplastics?

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the BfR Federal Institute for Risk Assessment. The smaller plastic particles are, the more easily they can be taken up by cells. In addition, the shape, surface and chemical properties play an important role in answering the question of how the particles could affect human tissue, according to new research.

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