Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Sixteen years after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans, the city has been slammed by another record-breaking storm: Hurricane Ida. A new analysis by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) reveals that 138 industrial facilities in and around the city—some of which use electricity to contain hazardous chemicals—are potentially without power, putting facility workers and nearby […].

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Yale E360

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Though long hostile toward climate science, News Corp Australia is planning an editorial campaign calling for a zero-carbon economy, The Sydney Morning Herald reported. In mid-October, News Corp Australia, owned by conservative media magnate Rupert Murdoch, will launch a two-week campaign advocating for a target of net-zero emissions by 2050. The campaign will be supported by Sky News and will run in metropolitan tabloids.

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Circle of Blue

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN. Close to 12 million households in some of the poorest districts in India have piped water due to a federal project to bring tap water to rural homes. A simple science project at UK schools revealed high levels of lead in several schools’ water systems. A new analysis finds a third of Americans experienced a weather disaster this summer.

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Frontiers

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The Nobel Collection of free scientific articles for next generation of scientists goes live. Young people everywhere now have access to a free collection of scientific articles written by winners of science’s most coveted honor, the Nobel Prize. The Nobel Collection , published by Frontiers, aims to improve young people’s access to learning material about science’s role in addressing today’s global challenges.

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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.

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Physics World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Smartphones could soon come equipped with a quantum-powered source of random numbers after researchers in China developed a quantum random number generator (QRNG) chip small enough to sit comfortably on a fingertip. What’s more, the new integrated photonic chip generates random numbers at rate of 18.8 gigabits per second – a record-high rate that should allow the generator to interface with the ever-increasing speed of Internet communications.

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Scientific American

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Repercussions of planned and anticipated wolf hunts and traps could ripple through ecosystems for years to come, scientists say. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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Cool Green Science

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Where have all the weasels gone? The small carnivores are in decline, and you can help. The post Have You Seen A Weasel Lately? appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Physics World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Brain tumour classification: The neural network classifies tumour type based on its image characteristics in the MRI scan. The colour maps show which pixels led to a correct prediction, with warmer colours representing higher contributions. (Courtesy: Radiological Society of North America). When it comes to diagnosing brain cancer, biopsies are often the first port of call.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The latest coronavirus news updated every day including coronavirus cases, the latest news, features and interviews from New Scientist and essential information about the covid-19 pandemic

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Physics World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A multipurpose material that can sense strain and temperature and harvest energy from temperature gradients has been developed by researchers in the UK and the Netherlands. The new material, which could be used to create smart human-machine interfaces and health monitoring devices, was created by Emiliano Bilotti , and collaborators at Queen Mary University of London, Imperial College London, Eindhoven University of Technology, and Loughborough University.

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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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Scientific American

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

School-based interventions that help students regulate their emotions in healthy ways have proved effective at preventing pandemic-related issues. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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Physics World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Ted Williams used to give away his secrets. The Boston Red Sox baseball player, who was one of the greatest hitters of all time, would call members of opposing teams to give them tips; he even gave advice to opposing pitchers. Williams, who died in 2002 aged 83, eventually published all his advice in a book, The Science of Hitting , a copy of which sits on my shelves.

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Read the full story at Recycling Today. Nth Cycle, a metal processing and recycling technology company based in Boston, has been awarded a $250,000 grant by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) through its InnovateMass program. The grant money will go toward commercializing Nth Cycle’s clean and modular electro-extraction technology.

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Inhabitant

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Designed by Jiri Lev of Atelier Jiri Lev, the Tasmanian House combines traditional and innovative approaches to architecture with local Tasmanian elements as a response to some of the area’s most pressing social issues.

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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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Eco Justice

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The 2021 federal election is an opportunity for Canadians to elect the federal government they believe can chart a path toward a sustainable future for this country. In advance of. Read more. The post Federal Election 2021: What the parties are promising (so far) appeared first on Ecojustice.

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National Law Center

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. JUDICIAL: Food. The post Ag & Food Law Daily Update: September 7, 2021 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Scientific American

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Millions of people are sickened by immune systems that are supposed to defend them. There are new ideas about why this happens and how to stop it. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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A Greener Life

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A man exercising in extreme heat. Photo credit: iStock. By Anders Lorenzen. In Kim Stanley Robinson’s, ‘ The Ministry for the Future’ , the fictionalised story of the climate crisis he detailed an apocalyptic heatwave event in India killing millions of people, and how the sun and the heat had become the enemy of the people – offering no escape.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

High-resolution maps of carbon emissions have revealed how our how day-to-day patterns of behaviour, such as commuting, affect the release of greenhouse gases, and could help governments quickly see the impact of green policies

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Environmental Leader

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Toyota Motor Corporation announced it plans invest more than $13.6 billion in batteries and battery production by 2030, with a goal of reducing the costs of battery technology for electric vehicles (EV) by as much as 50% as well as to develop a supply system that…. The post Toyota to Invest Billions in Batteries by 2030 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Researchers have discovered the genetic basis for the different patterns of fur seen in domestic cats, but caution against the idea of using this to create pets with specific coats

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

On September 7, Gov. Tom Wolf called on U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to implement a $737 million Chesapeake Bay Resilient Farms Initiative to support Pennsylvania farmers in their fight against the impacts of climate change. The Resilient Farms Initiative would help implement on-farm efforts for more sustainable agriculture practices that reduce nitrogen output, improve water quality, and effectively decrease negative impacts of climate change on agriculture.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The foam that some frogs produce to make nests can keep its shape for more than a week and can slowly release drugs for days, which means it could find a use in medicine

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Environmental Leader

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Toyota Motor Corporation announced it plans invest more than $13.6 billion in batteries and battery production by 2030, with a goal of reducing the costs of battery technology for electric vehicles (EV) by as much as 50% as well as to develop a supply system that…. The post Toyota to Invest Billions in Batteries by 2030 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Some endotherms, commonly called warm-blooded animals, have grown larger wings, beaks or tails to increase their surface area, which helps them stay cool as the world warms

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Read the full story at ProFood World. From packaging reductions and recycling projects to water, compressed air, and other utility savings, food and beverage processors have not taken their eyes on the ball when it comes to protecting the planet.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

As global warming causes Arctic ice to melt away, archipelago-based polar bears are having more difficulty reaching each other, resulting in inbreeding

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Download the document. Most analyses find that to manage climate change, the United States will need to double or triple the size of its electric transmission system to move low-cost wind and solar energy around the nation and back it up with always-on power plants.

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New Scientist

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

A one-legged robot that can stand, hop and keep its balance on sloping or unsteady surfaces could offer a cheaper route to bipedal bots and self-balancing exoskeletons

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Inhabitant

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

More than 220 of the world’s top public health and medical journals have published a joint plea for the global population to reduce carbon emissions immediately. Humanity already faces irreversible public health threats, the editors wrote. We can’t wait for the pandemic to end before we face the task of reducing emissions.

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Read the full story in the New York Times. Louisiana’s 17 oil refineries account for nearly a fifth of the nation’s capacity. Past hurricanes have caused toxic spills.

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Scientific American

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

People with the disorder seem to have a more flexible “sense of self” -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Read the full story in Fast Company. If you no longer need your Billy bookcase or Mörbylånga table, Ikea might buy it from you. The company is launching a new buyback service in the U.S.

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