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by David Shiffman, Arizona State University The single greatest threat to the diversity of life in our oceans over the past 50 years, more than climate change or plastic pollution, has been unsustainable fishing practices. In much of the ocean, there is little to no regulation or oversight of commercial fishing or other human activities.
This post is the first of a new Climate Law Blog series, 100 Days of Trump 2.0 , in which the Sabin Center offers reflections on the first hundred days of President Trumps second term across a variety of climate-related topics. To read other posts from the series, which will roll out over the course of the next week, click here. On January 20, 2025, Inauguration Day, the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law launched the Climate Backtracker.
Posted on April 28, 2025 by David B. Farer The fifth delegation of ACOEL Fellows from the International Pro Bono Committees Cuba Working Group have participated in our latest project in Havana, a four-day event from March 24-27, 2025 developed and presented by ACOEL in conjunction with two Cuban foundations, with the participation and support of the Cuban Environment Agency.
by Alyssa Kreikemeier, University of Idaho Long before the large-scale Earth Day protests on April 22, 1970 often credited with spurring significant environmental protection legislation Native Americans stewarded the environment. As sovereign nations, Native Americans have been able to protect land, water and air, including well beyond their own boundaries.
Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management
In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.
The governor wants assurances that the federal government will pay its share before moving forward. By Susan Cosier One stretch of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal near Joliet, Illinois, is what freshwater biologists call a pinch point. Here, at the Brandon Road Lock and Dam, workers are preparing a site for barriers to keep invasive bighead and silver carp from infiltrating the Great Lakes.
Read the full story at Grist. If students end up replacing their daily cows milk with a plant-based alternative, this has the potential to bring down food-related greenhouse gas emissions. But you wont hear supporters of the FISCAL Act talking up the climate benefits of plant-based milk in the halls of Congress. Instead, theyre focusing on … Continue reading Whole, skim, or soy?
Mark Carney pictured on the campaign trail on the 26th of April. Photo credit: Mark Carney / X. This article is an updated revision of our March 2025 analysis, ‘Climate advocate Mark Carney becomes Canada’s next Prime Minister after 2025 Liberal race victory’ By Anders Lorenzen Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of England and the United Nations (UN) Climate Envoy, is poised to retain Canada’s premiership in today’s federal election.
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Mark Carney pictured on the campaign trail on the 26th of April. Photo credit: Mark Carney / X. This article is an updated revision of our March 2025 analysis, ‘Climate advocate Mark Carney becomes Canada’s next Prime Minister after 2025 Liberal race victory’ By Anders Lorenzen Mark Carney, former Governor of the Bank of England and the United Nations (UN) Climate Envoy, is poised to retain Canada’s premiership in today’s federal election.
On April 28, the US Environmental Protection announced by email it will hold a May 6 virtual hearing on a proposed underground oil and gas wastewater injection well for enhanced recovery of oil and gas owned by Sandstone Development, LLC in Cyclone, Lafayette Township, McKean County. Sandstone applied for one UIC Class IIR injection well permit for the injection of produced fluids in the McKay 7A conventional well for the enhanced recovery of oil and gas in the McKay Lease area.
On April 17, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) extended the comment period on a draft risk assessment of the potential human health risks associated with the presence of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS) in biosolids, also known as sewage sludge. 90 Fed. Reg. 16128. According to EPA, the draft risk assessment reflects the agencys latest scientific understanding of the potential risks to human health and the environment posed by the The post
The goal of the Pennsylvania Waterway Steward Program is to engage Pennsylvania water trail users, outdoor and waterway enthusiasts, anglers and all who are concerned about the health and safety of our waterways, in community science to build long term stewardship of our water trails. You can help by volunteering to be a Waterway Steward and help to gather valuable data to tell the story about litter in our waterways.
Read the full story in The Guardian. The Trees Outside Woodland Map is available on the U.K. Government’s Forest Research website. Englands non-woodland trees have been mapped for the first time, using cutting-edge methods of laser detection and satellite imagery.
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
UC Berkeleys Center for Law, Energy, & Environment (CLEE) is sponsoring a series of papers evaluating aspects of Project 2025, The Heritage Foundation publication, entitled Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise, which is being followed to a significant degree as a blueprint for the Trump Administration. The fourth paper in our Monograph series focuses on Project 2025’s promotion of fossil fuels and Trump’s declaration of a national energy emergency, available here.
by Gareth Willmer, Horizon: The EU Research & Innovation Magazine German mechanical engineer and research manager Martin Osbild is a fan of avoiding waste. At home, he would far sooner repair than replace broken household items from washing machines to food blenders and bicycles.
Trumps first term led to him being called the most anti-environmental president in U.S. history. This term is shaping up to be much worse. Regulatory rollbacks promise to be even more extensive than last time. In addition, the Administration has withheld funding for clean technology, denounced the very idea of environmental justice, and begun a campaign to gut environmental agencies.
Read the full story at Grist. The Eastern Shoshone this month voted to classify buffalo as wildlife instead of livestock as a way to treat them more like elk or deer rather than like cattle.
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
On April 28, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources celebrated the addition of two forest tracts in the Pennsylvania Wilds into the national Old-Growth Forest Network : Colton Point State Park in Tioga County and the Tiadaghton State Forests Bark Cabin Natural Area in Lycoming County. Pennsylvania leads the nation in designated old-growth forests, which is a testament to the Commonwealths legacy of conservation and environmental stewardship, DCNR Deputy Secretary John Norbeck said.
Read the full story in American Libraries. In 2019, around the same time the American Library Association (ALA) formally added sustainability to the core values of librarianship, we were laying the groundwork for what would become the Binghamton (N.Y.) University Libraries (BUL) Sustainability Hub.
Two new studies suggest that devoting a small fraction of U.S. farmland to solar power would be a boon both for the energy system and for farmers themselves.
Read the full story at ProPublica. Over the past two months, the Trump administration has taken steps to eliminate regulations addressing climate change, pull back funding for climate programs and cancel methods used to evaluate how climate change is affecting American society and its economy.
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.
On April 28, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced it has worked closely with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, local fire companies, and county and other emergency response teams to combat two wildfires in Michaux State Forest in Cumberland County. More than 150 personnel are actively engaged in containing the wildfires totalling 2,745 acres.
Read the full story at Politico. The State Department is eliminating the Office of Global Change, which oversees international climate change negotiations for the United States. Staff were told about the move verbally Thursday afternoon, according to three people who were granted anonymity to speak about the decision to avoid reprisal.
On April 28, the Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership announced nine partner groups will share $30,000 in grant funds so that trees they have planted across Pennsylvania can live longer, grow stronger, and have a better chance to clean and protect local waterways. The awards announced recently, are comprised of $15,000 of a tree survival grant to the Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership by the Foxwynd Foundation of Chester County , which was matched by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
Read the full story in The Guardian. United States science has propelled the country into its current position as a powerhouse of biomedical advancements, technological innovation and scientific research.
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.
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 [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 2
Seek out pollinators in native gardens, dive into the world of aquaponics, and see how cutting-edge technology is transforming garden design at upcoming statewide Golden Garden Day celebrations of the 50-year legacy of University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners.
On April 28, the ClearWater Conservancy announced the 2025 schedule for the ninth season of the Centred Outdoors program , made possible through the support of community partners including The Richard King Mellon Foundation, the Hamer Foundation, Mount Nittany Health, and the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. This beloved program invites people of all ages and fitness levels to enjoy free guided outdoor adventures throughout Centre County from May through October.
Download the report. The condition of municipal water infrastructure and the challenges some communities face in ensuring adequate wastewater and drinking water services continue to generate interest for Congress and for some stakeholders. State estimates of wastewater infrastructure and drinking water infrastructure needscollected and reported by the U.S.
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.
A new theoretical framework proposes that gravity may arise from entropy, offering a fresh perspective on the deep connections between geometry, quantum mechanics and statistical physics. Developed by Ginestra Bianconi , a mathematical physicist at Queen Mary University of London, UK, and published in Physical Review D , this modified version of gravity provides new quantum information theory insights on the well-established link between statistical mechanics and gravity that is rooted in the th
The legal definition of consent is clear: it must be a voluntary, affirmative, and ongoing agreement to engage in sexual activity. Consent means saying “yes” to something in a clear and free way. Consent cannot be assumed from silence, lack of resistance, or previous relationships. Importantly, a person cannot consent if they are unconscious or incapacitated by alcohol or drugs.
Quantum transducer A niobium microwave LC resonator (silver) is capacitively coupled to two hybridized lithium niobate racetrack resonators in a paperclip geometry (black) to exchange energy between the microwave and optical domains using the electro-optic effect. (Courtesy: Lončar group/Harvard SEAS) The future of quantum communication and quantum computing technologies may well revolve around superconducting qubits and quantum circuits, which have already been shown to improve processing capab
The Supreme Court ruled in Harrington v. Purdue Pharma L.P. that the U.S. Bankruptcy Code does not permit a Chapter 11 plan to grant a release that discharges creditors’ claims against third parties without the consent of affected claimants, that is, a nonconsensual third-party release.
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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