Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 19, 2022
Supply Chain traceability systems are becoming more important for companies to track their production every step of the way for sustainability, accountability and financial benefits. The post Traceability Systems an Important Supply Chain Tool for Companies and Investors appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Yale E360
JANUARY 19, 2022
Having won rights to develop wind farms off the coast of Scotland, Shell, Total, and BP are set to invest more in wind power than in oil and gas drilling in the North Sea in the years ahead, the latest evidence of oil majors changing tack on renewables to better navigate the energy transition. Read more on E360 ?.
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Environment + Energy Leader
JANUARY 19, 2022
Benefits of V2X include added resiliency in our energy infrastructure, financial opportunities for EV owners, and more affordable EVs for people to purchase or lease. The post Fermata Energy Announces $40 Million Fundraising Haul for Vehicle-to-Grid Technology appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Union of Concerned Scientists
JANUARY 19, 2022
Science Network guest blogger Liz Borkowski provides the January 2022 update, part of a regular summary of scientific integrity news.
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.
Law and Environment
JANUARY 19, 2022
Jerry Anderson of Drake University Law School recently did an interesting post regarding environmental enforcement. I recommend the full post, but I particularly wanted to bring my readers’ attention to a figure Jerry included in the post. For those who have worked in EPA Region 1, this may not be a total surprise – and yet it’s still shocking. This picture is worth more than a thousand words, and that’s a good thing, because it might well render you speechless.
Union of Concerned Scientists
JANUARY 19, 2022
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Circle of Blue
JANUARY 19, 2022
YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN. A new study sheds light on the staggering racial disparities of water debt in Chicago. Traces of fuel are once again detected in Iqaluit, Canada’s water supply. Earthquak es in drought-ravaged Afghanistan kill 26 people. For the first time in a year, California is free of exceptional drought. A new report details just how much the climate crisis could cost the U.K. “Adaptation can no longer be an afterthought.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
Unearthing archive photos of the Norwegian archipelago's glaciers enabled researchers to reconstruct past melting and project ice mass loss under future climate change
Inside Climate News
JANUARY 19, 2022
A task force appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling for research and investment in mitigation. Environmentalists say the real fix is cracking down on polluters. By Aman Azhar A task force appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to address the state’s algal bloom crisis concluded in a recent report that “without hard work and careful planning” adverse human health impacts and widespread wildlife mortality would most likely “worsen” because of climate change and the state’s growing population.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
In Otherlands, palaeobiologist Thomas Halliday uses a mix of science and imagination to show us the weird and wonderful landscapes and life forms of the early Earth
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.
Frontiers
JANUARY 19, 2022
By Jessica Wimmer and Prof William Martin. A deep-sea hydrothermal vent. According to one theory, the first life on Earth arose at vents like these. Credit: NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration (CC BY-SA 2.0). Life on Earth arose roughly four billion years ago. How it arose, and from what energy source, is of interest to everyone, because we humans like to know where we come from.
Cool Green Science
JANUARY 19, 2022
Is farming in harmony with conservation efforts increasing the benefits or risks from birds? The post Conservation-Friendly Farming Can Benefit Both Birds and Crops appeared first on Cool Green Science.
Physics World
JANUARY 19, 2022
Go on, admit it. Who secretly wouldn’t want to go into space? The lure of leaving our earthly shackles has certainly proved powerful for Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Star Trek actor William Shatner, both of whom flew into space last year on board a Blue Origin craft. Richard Branson also blasted off on a Virgin Galactic test flight in 2021. But space tourism could soon be open to more than just billionaires.
Environmental News Bits
JANUARY 19, 2022
Download the document. Why This Matters The ocean floor contains vast quantities of critical minerals vital for many applications, such as aircraft components and rechargeable batteries. Increased demand for such minerals has driven technology development for exploration and extraction from deep-sea mining. However, the long-term environmental effects from deep-sea mining are as yet unknown.
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
JANUARY 19, 2022
WeConservePA’s Conservation Easement Assistance Program (CEAP) provides grants to help organizations plan and complete conservation, trail, and other public access easements in Pennsylvania. For easement projects closing in 2022 and beyond, WeConservePA will now make awards of up to $8,000 (up from $7,500). With this program, WeConservePA seeks to increase the quantity of easements completed and special places protected and also increase the quality and long-term viability of easements.
Environmental News Bits
JANUARY 19, 2022
This map from PFAS Exchange shows sites across the U.S. with known or suspected PFAS contamination and where communities are advocating stronger health and environmental protections.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
A spectacular coral reef has been found between 35 and 70 metres below sea level near Tahiti, and it seems to be in good health despite the global biodiversity crisis
Scientific American
JANUARY 19, 2022
The new normal this winter is longer drives for kids’ tests, multiday waits for results, drug-store restock alerts and social media tips. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
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New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
We haven’t been able to take a close-up look at the far side of the moon until now, and the discoveries being made by the Yutu-2 rover might prove important for future missions
Scientific American
JANUARY 19, 2022
The new normal this winter is longer drives for kids’ tests, multi-waits for results, drug store restock alerts and social media tips. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
We now have a good idea what can make individuals and society happier – countries should use this information to emerge from coronavirus lockdowns and build back not just better, but happier
Inhabitant
JANUARY 19, 2022
As buildable land becomes increasingly scarce, long-standing yacht company Stephens Waring Design has developed a new design concept called OASys (Ocean Architectural System), which could be the answer for coastline challenges like animal habitat conservation, erosion and lack of suitable development space.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
Our life satisfaction is shaped by many things including our genes and relative wealth, but there is now good evidence that you can boost your basic happiness with these key psychological strategies
Scientific American
JANUARY 19, 2022
Scientists will study how rising temperatures affect trees, plants, wildlife and humans who use the park. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
Food and household goods are covered in jargon about the chemicals they do or don't contain, but seeing through the labelling is harder than you might think, says Anna Turns
Environmental News Bits
JANUARY 19, 2022
Download the document. What GAO Found When an oil spill occurs, responders have several options to manage the environmental effects, including using chemical dispersants (see figure).
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
An app that wirelessly links to an implanted glucose sensor and insulin pump can automatically regulate blood sugar levels in children better than the current standard therapy
Environmental Leader
JANUARY 19, 2022
A new survey from Deloitte shows more business executives say they are concerned about climate impacts as they attempt to implement sustainability practices in their operations. The post Sustainability Targets a Priority for Businesses as Challenges Exist appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
The UK parliament passed a law to help researchers do trials of gene-edited crops in England, and the chief scientist at the UK's Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs says it would take at least five years for a product to go from research trials to market
Scientific American
JANUARY 19, 2022
Today we bring you a new episode in our podcast series COVID, Quickly. Every two weeks, Scientific American’s senior health editors Tanya Lewis and Josh Fischman catch you up on the. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
The UK passed a law to help researchers do trials of gene-edited crops, and the chief scientist at the UK's Department for Food, Rural Affairs & Environment says it would take at least five years for a product to go from research trials to market
Scientific American
JANUARY 19, 2022
A focus on the traumatic origins of an often stigmatized psychiatric diagnosis is inspiring new treatments. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
New Scientist
JANUARY 19, 2022
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