Circle of Blue
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A new study shows the vulnerability of the world’s poorest nations even without climate breakdown, its authors say. Madagascar, one of the poorest countries in the world, chronically battles food insecurity. Image © Heinonlein / Wikimedia Commons. Madagascar is in the grip of a deadly famine. For months, international’s organizations have blamed the calamity on climate change.
Legal Planet
DECEMBER 6, 2021
The Clean Power Plan (CPP) was the Obama Administration’s signature climate effort. This 2015 regulation aimed to move state power grids away from coal and toward renewable energy. It immediately became ensnared in litigation and never went into effect. It’s now considered irrelevant for all practical purposes. Yet the Supreme Court is now set to address numerous challenges to this zombie regulation.
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Circle of Blue
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Transcript. In Uganda, national regulators are cracking down on the illegal destruction of wetlands in an attempt to reduce flood risk in the east African country. In September, the new head of the National Environment Authority indefinitely suspended new construction projects in wetlands. He also began prosecuting truck drivers who fill in wetlands to create new land for development.
Clean Energy Law
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A multistate cap-and-invest program to reduce carbon emissions from the transportation sector is dead after several participating states pulled out. By Jean-Philippe Brisson , Joshua T. Bledsoe , Benjamin Einhouse , and Brian McCall. Less than one year ago, the governors of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, as well as the mayor of the District of Columbia, announced that their respective jurisdictions would establish the Transportation & Climate Initiative Program (TCI-P) and rel
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.
Yale E360
DECEMBER 6, 2021
China used cloud seeding to generate rain and clear pollution ahead of the Communist Party's July 1 centenary celebration in Beijing, according to a new study. Read more on E360 ?.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
It remains unclear whether the omicron coronavirus variant causes less severe disease, but even if this is true, hospitals could still be overwhelmed by the sheer number of cases
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Scientific American
DECEMBER 6, 2021
An ambitious project is under way to develop a robot with enough smarts, strength and sensitivity to restore fragmented archaeological remains. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Sea ice in Canada's Hudson Bay has been unusually late to refreeze, raising fears over the impact on polar bears waiting for sea ice so they can break their fasts and hunt seals
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 6, 2021
For the first time in over 100 years, Denver residents may have a snowless winter. Since record-keeping started in 1882, this is the first time Denver, Colorado, has experienced a meteorological fall (the period between September and November) without snow.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
People who have cataracts can reduce their risk of developing dementia by about 30 per cent by undergoing surgery to restore their sight, although it’s not clear why
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.
The Applied Ecologist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
We are delighted to announce that the annual Ecological Solutions and Evidence prize for the best Research article in the journal by an early career researcher will be named the Georgina Mace Prize. The British Ecological Society awards an annual prize to the best research paper by an early career author in each of the Society’s journals.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 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
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Zheng, W., Guo, M. “Soil–Plant Transfer of Pharmaceuticals and Personal Care Products.” Current Pollution Reports (2021). [link] Abstract Purpose of Review Land application of organic wastes such as sewage effluent, biosolids, and animal wastes can introduce pharmaceuticals and personal care products (PPCPs) into soils.
A Greener Life
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Franz Bohm. Photo credit: Dear Future Children. By Anders Lorenzen. We recently reviewed the activist documentary film ‘ Dear Future Children ’; the feature-length debut of 22-year-old German film director Franz Bohm. After seeing the film we caught up with Franz and discussed what made him tell the three stories in the film in particular and what he’s hoping the film will achieve.
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.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 6, 2021
On December 6, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Patrick McDonnell announced the Commonwealth has reached a settlement with Sunoco Pipeline, L.P., ?that will require the company to dredge Ranger Cove in the 535-acre lake at Marsh Creek State Park in Chester County, as well as pay $4 million for natural resource damages, which will be used to restore and improve visitor experiences at the park, and a $3
Scientific American
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Research is shedding light on why many water dwellers, from plankton to large fish, commute daily form the depths to the surface. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
National Law Center
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. LEGISLATIVE: Includes. The post Ag and Food Law Daily Update: December 6, 2021 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A chemical derived from grape seeds selectively destroys worn-out cells in mice, allowing them to live 9 per cent longer than their untreated counterparts
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Scientific American
DECEMBER 6, 2021
The waters around Antarctica are still soaking up lots of carbon, but it’s unclear how much longer they will. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Overheating is a serious issue for birds flying long distances, and paler plumage that reflects more of the sun's heat may be one of the ways they cope
Environmental Leader
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A lighting and water conservation project will improve efficiency and cut costs for the Tennessee Department of Correction. The post Efficient Lighting, Water Systems to Save Tennessee Department of Correction Nearly $1 million appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Scientific American
DECEMBER 6, 2021
A new law threatens jail time and hefty fines for anyone who prescribes the pills online or by mail. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Ten major oil companies will now be required to disclose more methane emissions data from the Permian Basin. The House Science Committee decided that the companies must do more to track and decrease the amount of methane contaminating this part of Texas and New Mexico. Already, more than a hundred other countries have promised to slice 30% off their methane emissions by the decade's end.
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Read the full story in the Chicago Sun-Times. For years, Chicago leaders turned the city’s water supply into a revenue stream. Now, tens of thousands can’t keep up with the rising costs.
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Plants make great gifts because they continue to bring joy throughout the year. A houseplant adds a little life and color to any space and it helps naturally clean the air, which is never a bad thing.
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Read the full story from Reuters. Some 3,000 baby river turtles native to the Amazon rainforest were released into a Peruvian river on Thursday after hatching from eggs kept on artificial beaches as part of a conservation effort.
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Every year around seven million tons of seashells are tossed out from aquaculture and fishing industries. Although shells are a natural material, when they are stacked in discard piles, they emit odors and are unpleasant to look at.
Environmental Leader
DECEMBER 6, 2021
In February 2021, Union Pacific received approval from the Science Based Target initiative for its target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from its operations 26% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. The post How Union Pacific Will Reach its Net Zero Target appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Read the full story in Time. Usually consumer spending is good for the economy, but the bottlenecks created by America’s huge appetite are becoming a problem for economic growth. The U.S. economy grew at a rate of just 2% from July to September, the Commerce Department said last week, down significantly from the 6.
Environmental Leader
DECEMBER 6, 2021
In February 2021, Union Pacific received approval from the Science Based Target initiative for its target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from its operations 26% by 2030 from a 2018 baseline. The post How Union Pacific Will Reach its Net Zero Target appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Read the full story at Fast Company. Almost all of the glitter you’ve ever used is still floating around the planet. This new formulation has just one ingredient, but it’s still as shimmery as the original.
Nanotech
DECEMBER 6, 2021
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI), which administers the U.S. Technical Advisory Group for the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee (TC) 229 on Nanotechnologies, announced a survey seeking feedback on the use of terms related to advanced materials as part of its newly launched study group, Advanced and Emerging Materials.
Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Read the full story in U.S. News and World Report. IntelinAir’s goal is to give farmers accurate and timely information that can help them quickly identify and address emerging problems, helping to increase crop yields and profitability.
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