Native Bees Yield Hardier Flowers Than Honey Bees, Research Finds
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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June Extremes Suggest Parts of the Climate System Are Reaching Tipping Points
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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Record for hottest day ever recorded on Earth broken twice in a row
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.
The proposed Sustainable Jobs legislation does little for sustainability – This is how Canada can achieve a just transition
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.
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.
Migrant orangutans learn which foods are good to eat by watching the locals
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
Some of Earth's Most Famous Art Started with Stardust
Scientific American
JULY 4, 2023
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How Mom-and-Pop Shops are Leading the Charge in Sustainability
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.
Meet a team of scientists working to prevent interplanetary pollution that could pose a threat to life on Earth and other planets
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.
How do captive animals really feel, and can we make them happier?
New Scientist
JULY 4, 2023
We are finally figuring out the subtle ways that farm and zoo animals reveal their emotional states, from anxiety to optimism and even joy.
Land Conservancy Of Adams County Partners With Estella King To Permanently Protect 50-Acres Of Farmland
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.
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.
Threatened seabirds are foraging at plastic pollution hotspots
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
Dept. Of Agriculture Starts Accepting Resource Enhancement Farm Conservation Tax Credit Applications Aug. 7
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
The European Union's new plan to curb deforestation is deeply flawed
New Scientist
JULY 4, 2023
Sustainability researchers have serious doubts about whether the EU’s new regulation will succeed in stopping deforestation
Solar Maximum Could Hit Us Harder And Sooner Than We Thought
Scientific American
JULY 4, 2023
The sun is quickly approaching a major peak in solar activity.
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.
KDKA Investigates: Washington County Family Says Energy Transfer/MarkWest Natural Gas Processing Plants Turned Peaceful Farm Into Nightmare
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
Tuesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 7.4.23
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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