Yale E360

JULY 4, 2023

Flowers pollinated by native bees produce fitter offspring than flowers pollinated by honey bees, according to a new study carried out in San Diego, California.

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Inside Climate News

JULY 4, 2023

Research shows heat domes, wildfires and vanishing polar ice are the symptoms; unabated greenhouse gas emissions are the cause. By Bob Berwyn June 2023 may be remembered as the start of a big change in the climate system, with many key global indicators flashing red warning lights amid signs that some systems are tipping toward a new state from which they may not recover.

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New Scientist

JULY 4, 2023

The average global air temperature recorded 2 metres above Earth’s surface was 17.18°C (62.92°F) on 4 July, the highest that has ever been recorded. The previous record was set the day before.

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Enviromental Defense

JULY 4, 2023

The federal government recently released its proposed Sustainable Jobs Act , following up on its promise to pass just transition legislation. This means that the government has finally recognized its role in helping workers and communities impacted by the energy transition. There will be more energy jobs in the clean economy than in today’s fossil-fueled economy.

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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

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Frontiers

JULY 4, 2023

By Mischa Dijkstra, Frontiers science writer An unflanged migrant orangutan male (on the left side) and an adolescent local orangutan female (on the right side) are peering at each other. Orangutan species: Pongo abelii. Image credit: Caroline Schuppli, SUAQ Project, [link] Researchers analyzed 30 years of observations on a total of 152 male migrant orangutans on Sumatra and Borneo and showed evidence that migrants learn about unfamiliar foods in their new home range by ‘peering’ at experienced

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Scientific American

JULY 4, 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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Earthava

JULY 4, 2023

The post How Mom-and-Pop Shops are Leading the Charge in Sustainability appeared first on Earthava. Small businesses are the backbone of the global economy. A recent report published by the World Economic Forum (WEF) found that small businesses create 66% of jobs and support the livelihoods of 2 billion people. Unfortunately, the WEF report also suggests that many small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) struggle to adopt sustainable business practices.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 4, 2023

KDKA in Pittsburgh posted a report July 3, 2023 about the impact of the December explosion at the Energy Transfer natural gas processing plant and the plant’s continuing operations on a nearby Washington County farm family. The explosion was one of three major environmental accidents at natural gas industrial facilities to hit Washington County on December 25 (explosion), 26 (10,000 gallon leak from a natural gas compressor station) and 27 (leak of 1.1 million cubic feet of natural gas from a pi

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Scientific American

JULY 4, 2023

The sun is quickly approaching a major peak in solar activity.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 4, 2023

Are You Telling Your Story? House next voting session day July 5 -- Committee Schedule Senate adjourned until September 18 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events THURSDAY 10:00: Agenda Posted. DEP PA Energy Development Authority meeting. Delaware Room, 16th Floor Rachel Carson Building. 10:00 a.m. Contact: Alayna Schmeider at aschmeider@pa.gov or 717-783-0908. ( formal notice ) Note: There will be an executive session from 10:00 to about 10:45 and the public meeting will follow.

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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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Frontiers

JULY 4, 2023

Download the top ebook releases from this month, including work on smart food for sustainable food systems , insights into computational sociolinguistics , findings on the collapse of avian biodiversity in the Anthropocene , and research on the future of energy efficiency. All ebooks are free to download, share and distribute. Shape the future of your field — and publish your own ebook — by editing a special collection around your research area.

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New Scientist

JULY 4, 2023

Location trackers show migratory seabirds spend much of their time looking for food near ocean garbage patches, highlighting the need for action on pollution

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Frontiers

JULY 4, 2023

By Dr Athena Coustenis (CNRS, Paris University), Mr Niklas Hedman (UN Office for Outer Space Affairs), and Prof Peter Doran (University of Louisiana) As the search for life elsewhere in our solar system intensifies, so does the need to keep space exploration safe and sustainable. Planetary protection is, more than ever, a major responsibility for humankind.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 4, 2023

Estelle King of Hanover recently gifted a conservation easement protecting a 50-acre parcel in Conewago Township to the Land Conservancy of Adams County. King and her late husband, Richard King, purchased the original 25-acre parcel, which includes the main house, several outbuildings, and a sprawling arboretum, from the Myers family in 1987. The main house, where the Kings raised their two daughters, was built in the early 20th century for Hanover Shoe Company co-founder C.N.

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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.

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New Scientist

JULY 4, 2023

Sustainability researchers have serious doubts about whether the EU’s new regulation will succeed in stopping deforestation

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 4, 2023

The Department of Agriculture will begin accepting applications for the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) farm conservation tax credits on August 7. REAP is a first-come, first-served program that enables farmers, businesses, and landowners to earn PA income tax credits to offset the cost of implementing conservation practices. Tax credits provided by the REAP program helps farmers off-set the costs of implementing best management practices (BMPs) that benefit their farms and work to pr

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