Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 13, 2022
In 2010, GM committed to a 20% reduction in carbon intensity by 2020. It achieved that goal in 2017. And in January 2021, it said it would source 100% renewable energy to power GM facilities in the U.S. by 2030 and globally by 2035. The post GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular Programs appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Yale E360
MAY 13, 2022
Governments are increasingly looking to forests to draw down carbon pollution, but worsening droughts threaten to stunt tree growth, while larger wildfires and insect infestations risk decimating woodlands, two new studies show. Read more on E360 ?.
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Environment + Energy Leader
MAY 13, 2022
Samsung Electronics announced that the company has implemented new environmentally sustainable processes and initiatives, including low-impact product manufacturing practices and resource acquisition. The post Samsung Electronics Implements a New Sustainable Process appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Physics World
MAY 13, 2022
Under the sea: several of the muon detectors in the Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line tunnel. (Courtesy: Tanaka et al / Scientific Reports ). An array of undersea muon detectors that monitors variations in water depth has been created by an international team of researchers. The system comprises a line of sensors that were installed in a road tunnel beneath Tokyo Bay by Hiroyuki Tanaka at the University of Tokyo and colleagues.
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.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
by Sylvia G. Dee, Rice University In 1938, a British engineer and amateur meteorologist made a discovery that set off a fierce debate about climate change. Scientists had known for decades that carbon dioxide could trap heat and warm the planet. But Guy Callendar was the first to connect human activities to global warming. He … Continue reading A mild-mannered biker triggered a huge debate over humans’ role in climate change – in the early 20th century.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
The gel, which was implanted alongside a pancreatic cell transplant in monkeys with type 1 diabetes, releases a protein that kills overactive immune cells, preventing the pancreatic cells from being rejected
Environmental Professionals Connection brings together the best content for environmental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
The Green Finance Measures Database includes policy and regulatory measures issued by public authorities, including governments, central banks, financial regulators, and public financial institutions.
A Greener Life
MAY 13, 2022
US Climate Envoy John Kerry pictured in Oslo, Norway earlier this month. Photo credit: Reuters / Gwladys Fouche. By Anders Lorenzen. John Kerry , US Special Envoy on Climate Change, has warned that rich countries must do more to tackle the climate crisis in order to keep alive the goal of avoiding the worst impacts of climate change. Kerry made the remarks in an interview with Reuters news agency ahead of the COP27 climate summit to be held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt in November this year.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Jablonka, K.M., Patiny, L. & Smit, B. (2022). “Making the collective knowledge of chemistry open and machine actionable.” Nature Chemistry 14, 365–376. [link] Abstract: Large amounts of data are generated in chemistry labs—nearly all instruments record data in a digital form, yet a considerable proportion is also captured non-digitally and reported in ways non-accessible to … Continue reading Making the collective knowledge of chemistry open and machine actionable.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
Neuroscientists measured 75 volunteers’ physiological responses while they watched eight countries’ performances to predict which songs will do well in the popular vote
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.
National Law Center
MAY 13, 2022
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. . The post Ag and Food Law Daily Update: May 13, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Physics World
MAY 13, 2022
Have you ever wondered what would happen to a deflated ball if you put it in a vacuum chamber? I think most of us would guess that the remaining air inside the ball would cause the ball to inflate as the pressure dropped around it. And that is exactly what happened in the latest episode of the Will it Bloat? series of videos from GNB Group – a US-based supplier of vacuum components.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
A study looking at more than 55,000 pairs of words has found why word pairings like "gnome bone" and "spam scrotum" seem to be more amusing than their constituent parts
Environmental Leader
MAY 13, 2022
A Moody's report shows the potential risks of carbon transitions in emerging markets as net zero efforts expand worldwide. The post Moody’s: More Net Zero Targets Could Increase Transition Risks in Emerging Markets appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
A system for trapping sunlight as thermal energy within molecules and then converting it to electricity could be a portable replacement for batteries
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
The USGS Water Science School offers information on many aspects of water, along with pictures, data, maps, and an interactive center where you can give opinions and test your water knowledge. The site includes multi-lingual resources for all ages.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
A seminal research lab that has revolutionised our understanding of the minds of rooks and jays is set to be closed down as funding dries up
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Read the full story at DW. Pollution and rampant construction have destroyed much of Mumbai’s natural coastal protection. Could recording stories from locals help create alternative visions of urban development?
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New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
Brewers could create new recipes that produce beers with desired properties using AI, and it will even work if you are missing some ingredients
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Norfolk Southern has launched a new online carbon calculator to help customers measure and mitigate carbon emissions resulting from their supply chain decisions. NS, which first introduced a carbon calculator in 2008, says its new version is more accurate because it captures the full cycle of fuel usage, with fuel consumption from locomotives applied to … Continue reading Norfolk Southern introduces online carbon calculator.
Earth 911
MAY 13, 2022
Mitch welcomes back Rick Wayman, CEO of the Foundation for Climate Restoration (F4CR), for a. The post Earth911 Podcast: F4CR’s Rick Wayman on Responding to the Climate and Nuclear War Twin Threat appeared first on Earth911.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Read the full story at GreenBiz. Here’s an easy rule of thumb when it comes to sustainable food: What we eat matters more than how it is produced. For example, a plant-based burger patty with ingredients sourced from around the world will most likely have a lower environmental footprint than a local and organic beef … Continue reading Sustainability gets baked into food design.
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
A sweater containing tubes filled with a liquid metal alloy can charge up wearable electronic devices
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Read the full story at Clean Technica. Many clean energy industries and companies, including Tesla, rely on green skills to produce their products and services. With the transition to zero emissions underway, more and more companies will need a workforce with green skills, which will require support across a variety of sectors.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 13, 2022
The Federal Emergency Management Agency Region 3 and Silver Jackets partners are presenting a series of virtual seminars to commemorate the 50t Anniversary of Hurricane Agnes. What happened? What have we learned? Where do we go from here? Join us! Here’s the schedule-- -- May 18: Learning From Disaster - The Environmental Impacts & Lessons Of Hurricane Agnes.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Read the full story at ESG Today. Apple unveiled today significant progress to eliminate emissions across its value chain, announcing commitments from dozens of manufacturers in its supply chain to source clean energy for the production of Apple products, and investments in renewable energy to address the climate impact of the use of its products.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 13, 2022
The May 13 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation. Welcome to new Public Engagement Coordinator Brian Swift who had a “baptism by tree planting at Sam Lewis, Susquehannock State Parks! Lots of events on the Foundation’s Events webpage and DCNR’s Calendar of Events for activities happening near you. Click Here to read the entire Take Five.
Environmental News Bits
MAY 13, 2022
Read the full story at Food Business News. The 2050 Co., a Seattle-based sustainable food startup, has created a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter to support the expansion of its product line. The company, which focuses on achieving zero waste, zero hunger and zero plastic by 2050, has developed a range of plant-based pasta dinners formulated … Continue reading Sustainable food startup kicks off crowdfunding campaign.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 13, 2022
The Department of Environmental Protection published 68 pages of public notices related to proposed and final permit and approval/ disapproval actions in the May 14 PA Bulletin - pages 2850 to 2918. Sign Up For DEP’s eNotice: Did you know DEP can send you email notices of permit applications submitted in your community? Notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations?
New Scientist
MAY 13, 2022
Neither ARIA's chief executive nor its chair have been appointed yet, though announcements are expected imminently
PA Environment Daily
MAY 13, 2022
On May 13, Department of Environmental Protection Northwest Regional Director Erin Wells and colleagues visited Fry’s Landing on Presque Isle State Park to get a firsthand look at how the Erie Bird Observatory utilizes a 2022 DEP Coastal Zone Grant, issued earlier this year. The Erie Bird Observatory, a nonprofit dedicated to avian research, education, and conservation in Northwest Pennsylvania, was awarded $45,886 from DEP’s Coastal Zone Grant Program.
Washington Nature
MAY 13, 2022
By Hannah Kett, Urban Program Director at The Nature Conservancy Trees help clean the water flowing into streams, rivers and Puget Sound, help purify the air people breathe, lower the temperature of surrounding neighborhoods—and so much more. As Puget Sound cities and towns experience rapid growth, identifying opportunities to invest in high-impact tree planting and preservation projects is essential to ensuring people will continue to receive the multiple benefits of trees.
PA Environment Daily
MAY 13, 2022
On May 12, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission awarded a nearly $1.5 million contract to Kleinfelder Inc. for the design of a mine discharge treatment plant to improve the quality of the Tioga River from Blossburg to Mansfield in Tioga County. Once constructed, the plant will actively treat five mine discharges. Three are currently degrading Morris Run, a tributary stream that flows into the Tioga River.
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