Energy & the Law

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Most states call it a third-party beneficiary contract. Leave it to Louisiana to be different. In Adams v. Chevron USA Inc. , the plaintiffs claimed that oilfield pipe-cleaning activities of Chevron and others contaminated their land with NORM. The Grafers owned the land where, pursuant to a lease, the pipes and other equipment were cleaned. Plaintiffs also sought damages from the Grefers for their own alleged negligence.

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2014 147

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A screening test for bowel cancer that looks for RNA in stools can be done at home and is almost as good at detecting the condition as gold-standard colonoscopies

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Scientific American

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

Technology 132

Technology Technology 132

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Ketamine becomes trapped inside certain receptors in the brains of mice – and the longer it is trapped, the longer its antidepressant effects last

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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.

2024

Scientific American

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

Technology 128

Technology Technology 128

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Household smart meters give a live summary of energy usage and its cost – but the planned switch-off of 2G and 3G mobile networks means that some 7 million devices in England, Wales and Scotland will stop working, warns a government committee

Government 118

Government 118

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

An experiment on the International Space Station suggests early embryo development isn't affected by the low-gravity, high-radiation conditions

Radiation 128

Radiation 128

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania Senate next voting day Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule House next voting day October 30, 31, Nov. 1, 13, 14, 15, Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- DEP Secretary Negrin Resigns Effective Dec. 8, On Medical Leave; Jessica Shirley Named Interim Acting Secretary [PaEN] -- ABC27: DEP Secretary Richard Negrin Resigns, On Medical Leave; Jessica Shirley Appointed Interim Actin

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Climate Change 2012 Cooling 109

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Mysterious rhythmic bursts of light from a supernova hint that it has become a compact object like a black hole or neutron star

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The following DEP notices were published in the October 28 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Buckeye Partners, LP - Bear Creek Pipeline Release: DEP received a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with gasoline from a pipeline gravitometer for a facility located in Bear Creek Twp., Luzerne County. ( PA Bulletin, page 6765 ) -- CNX Gas Company, LLC - NV 36HS Shale

Natural Gas 105

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Air Pollution 2012 105

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.

Clean Energy

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As rock is carved by the wind, it can take on a sphinx-like shape, meaning the Great Sphinx in Egypt may have been partly formed through natural processes

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Enviromental Defense

OCTOBER 27, 2023

This is a guest blog by Carolee Mason, a member of the Friends of Lanark Highlands. The Friends of Lanark Highlands are dedicated to preserving its rich natural heritage. As a group, we embody one of the most defining characteristics of the region’s Blanding’s turtles — resilience. Our grassroots campaign stands firm against the looming threat of a new, massive aggregate operation encroaching on our environment which is home to many ecologically important species.

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Environmental Protection Waste Regulations Conservation 105

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The mini galaxy plant was found flowering on a gravel road after no official sightings had been made since 1981

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation has scheduled a series of Proposal Labs to help coach prospective grant applicants on submitting grant applications to the Foundation and its partners in the Delaware Watershed. Proposal Labs are available bi-weekly on Thursday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m, through December 14. Coaching sessions provide a space and time where partners can share new proposal ideas and receive feedback on project ideas in advance of the release of the 2024 Delaware Wat

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2024 Conservation 2023 98

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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New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A flywheel helps smooth the output of mechanical energy from an engine, and now there is a blueprint for making a quantum version

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Scientific American

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

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Technology Technology 100

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the October 28 PA Bulletin -- -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the October 28 PA Bulletin inviting comments on the draft 2024 Integrated Water Quality Monitoring and Assessment Report. Read more here. -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the October 28 PA Bulletin of three more public hearings on the Interim Final Environmental Justice Permit Review Policy. -- PA Oil & Gas Indu

Environmental Protection 96

Environmental Protection Waste Regulations 2023 96

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

More than a third of food produced in the US goes to waste.

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Waste 134

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Sustainable Development

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The Department of Environmental Protection will hold an informal public conference November 21 on a Rosebud Mining Company application to revise a Subsidence Control Plan for Mine 78 No. 3 Mine in Paint Township and Windber Borough, Somerset County and Adams and Richland Townships, Cambria County adding 1,041 acres. ( PA Bulletin page 6779 ) The informal public conference will be held at the Windber Grand Ballroom, 160 Rec Road, Windber in Somerset County from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

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Environmental Protection 2023 80

New Scientist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

From The Fly to Event Horizon, horror expert Neil McRobert is here just in time for Halloween with a guide to the best science horror films of all time

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The Delaware River Basin Commission has scheduled a November 13 hearing on proposed changes to the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. ( formal notice ) The Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedures outlines the process for considering water withdrawal projects and changes to the Commission’s Water Resources Program. A notice published in the October 28 PA Bulletin provides a summary of the changes and the changes to the language being proposed.

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Regulations 2023 79

Ocean Conservancy

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Our ocean has absorbed more than 90% of the heat from human-caused global warming—it’s not surprising that this greatly impacts ocean animals and the communities that depend on them. The question is how they will be affected. This is especially pressing for something as economically, ecologically and culturally important as our ocean’s fisheries.

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Climate Change Ocean Conservation 2013 69

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Seth Cassell was recently appointed the 18th Pennsylvania State Forester and Director of the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry. This development is a culmination of a lifetime of passion for forests, public service, leadership, and experience. Seth offers some insights about his background and new position: What is your background for this position?

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Natural Resources Conservation Climate Change 2023 102

Scientific American

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Lions, tigers,& bears: this& creature sends all of those beasts running for the hills.

Conservation 95

Conservation 95

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Applications are now being accepted for Regional Trail Workshop Grants by WeConserve PA. The deadline for applications is January 25. Funded by DCNR, grants are awarded to units of local government or nonprofit organizations support high-quality educational programming and safety training directly related to land trails, water trails, and greenways.

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2024 Conservation 2023 Government 75

Nanotech

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has posted two new reports in its Series on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials: The post OECD Publishes Reports Concerning Advanced Materials in Series on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials appeared first on Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The Delaware River Basin Commission will hold a hearing on November 8 on water withdrawal requests and other projects and its next regular business meeting on December 6. Both meetings will be held via Zoom. ( formal notice ) Click Here for a list of projects to be included in the hearing [when posted] and for the agenda of the business meeting [when posted].

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Regulations 2023 74

Nanotech

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The third annual Alternative Fuels & Chemicals Coalition (AFCC) Global Biobased Economy Conference will be held November 12-14, 2023, in Washington, D.C. AFCC states that attendees will learn about the necessary factors to successful commercialization and decarbonization in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), alternative fuels, renewable chemicals (includes bioplastics), biomaterials, food ingredients and additives, flavors and fragrances, alternative proteins, and regenerative agriculture.

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2023 Technology Technology 59

Enviromental Defense

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Certain people living in Canada are at increased risk of cancer, water poisoning and toxic air emissions from plastic production, use and waste Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Today, Environmental Defence launched an immersive website to reveal the full impact of plastic pollution in Canada.

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Fossil Fuels Ocean Waste Government 54

Ocean Conservancy

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Our ocean has absorbed more than 90% of the heat from human-caused global warming—it’s not surprising that this greatly impacts ocean animals and the communities that depend on them. The question is how they will be affected. This is especially pressing for something as economically, ecologically and culturally important as our ocean’s fisheries. How fish will respond to ocean warming is a complicated question, with an even more complicated answer.

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Climate Change Ocean Conservation 2013 52

Renewable + Law

OCTOBER 27, 2023

On October 13, 2023, the United States Department of Energy (“DOE”) announced seven proposals from around the country selected to enter negotiations to receive funding under the DOE’s Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (“H2Hubs”) program. Projects located in California, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Oregon, Montana, Texas, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey are included in the seven hydrogen hub proposals selected to enter negotiations to receive H2Hubs fu

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Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels 2026 Natural Gas 52

PBS Nature

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The skin of a cuttlefish shows its emotional state, changing colors depending on meeting a potential mate or rival. But what happens when a male cuttlefish interacts with Spy Cuttlefish?

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Ocean 52

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 27, 2023

W. Malcolm Byrnes (2014). “Climate Justice, Hurricane Katrina, and African American Environmentalism.” Journal of African American Studies 18(3), 305-314. [link] Abstract: The images of human suffering from New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina remain seared in our nation’s collective memory.

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2014 52