Real Climate

JANUARY 13, 2023

Another January, another annual data point. As in years past , the annual rollout of the GISTEMP, NOAA, HadCRUT and Berkeley Earth analyses of the surface temperature record have brought forth many stories about the long term trends and specific events of 2022 – mostly focused on the impacts of the (ongoing) La Niña event and the litany of weather extremes (UK and elsewhere having record years, intense rainfall and flooding, Hurricane Ian, etc. etc.).

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Environment + Energy Leader

JANUARY 13, 2023

The pledge is an extension of PNC's ongoing support for its customers as they transition to a low-carbon economy, supporting the bank's Community Benefits Plan. The post PNC Increases its Environmental Finance Commitment to $30 Billion appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Yale E360

JANUARY 13, 2023

Finland saw its wind power capacity grow by 75 percent in 2022, according to the Finnish Wind Power Association, a wind energy trade group. Read more on E360 →.

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Environment + Energy Leader

JANUARY 13, 2023

Join Nick and his colleagues on Wednesday, February 1, for a discussion on how NEBA-CA can create the best offshore infrastructure decommissioning solution. . The post SME Profile: Nicholas Nelson, Scientist, Ecosystem Service Economics, Montrose Environmental Group appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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New Scientist

JANUARY 13, 2023

Early modelling suggests the world’s climate could shift to an El Niño pattern towards the end of 2023, which is likely to increase the global average temperature

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Environment + Energy Leader

JANUARY 13, 2023

The 12th United Nations Global Compact-Accenture CEO Study incorporates insights from over 2,600 CEOs from 128 countries, 18 industries, and more than 130 in-depth interviews. The post CEO Study: Rethinking ESG & Sustainability Initiatives to Achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2050 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Fish and Boat Commission investigation of pollution caused by the failure of erosion controls to protect water quality at the Pennsylvania General Energy Loyalsock/Shawnee natural gas pipeline and surface water withdrawal construction site on the Loyalsock Creek in Gamble and Plunketts Creek townships, Lycoming County has resulted in an out-of-court settlement agreement.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 13, 2023

Invertebrate monitoring data from 1990 to 2018 show that protected areas in Britain are losing species at the same rate as unprotected areas

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

On January 12, Patrick Webb, Acting Director of DEP’s Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation, told the Mining and Reclamation Advisory Board DEP has 47 mine reclamation projects covering 977 acres in active construction at a cost of $123 million. Webb said an additional 70 coal mine reclamation projects are in the queue covering 1,400 acres costing an estimated $106 million.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 13, 2023

A black hole almost 900 million light years away consumes part of an orbiting star every time it gets too close

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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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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

On January 12, DEP released bid packages to plug 38 more abandoned conventional natural gas wells in Venango County at taxpayer expense under the new federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law well plugging program. The official solicitations are made through the BidExpress.com website, like all major DEP contracts. The new packages include-- -- Venango County: 19 abandoned natural gas wells in Sugarcreek Borough and Cranberry Township.

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Inhabitant

JANUARY 13, 2023

This is a sleek, classic garbage can or rubbish bin, depending on which side of the ocean you live near, is modeled on the 1939 pedal bin, a traditional garbage can design. But it's also made with 75% recycled materials. This may look like a classic home addition, but actually, this is the future of throwing stuff away.

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Nanotech

JANUARY 13, 2023

On November 25, 2022, the Swedish National Platform for Nanosafety (SweNanoSafe) and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) held the Fifth Annual Research Network Workshop. According to SweNanoSafe’s December 20, 2022, announcement , the online workshop was chaired by Geert Cornelis and attracted some 40 participants. SweNanoSafe has posted an overview of the workshop contents that includes a summary of the key outcomes.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

From January 7 through 13, DEP’s Compliance Reporting Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 551 inspection reports that resulted in reporting 51 violations of environmental regulations-- 31 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 20 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. So far this year-- as of January 6 -- DEP issued 45 formal notices of violation to conventional operators and 23 to unconventional shale gas operators.

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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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A Greener Life

JANUARY 13, 2023

By Jeremy Williams. Britain is working towards the long-term goal of reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Japan and the EU have set the same date, and Russia and China have chosen 2060. While these dates still feel like a long way away, there are some countries that have already reached net zero. This small handful of countries is part of an elite club, the Alliance of Carbon-Negative Countries.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

Are You Telling Your Story? Senate returns to voting session January 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 -- Committee Schedule House returns to voting session ?????? -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events DEP Advisory: DEP’s Cambria District Office still closed due to waterline break. TODAY 9:30: Philadelphia Liquified Natural Gas Export Task Force meeting.

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Academy of Natural Sciences

JANUARY 13, 2023

As the oldest natural history museum in the Western Hemisphere, the Academy of Natural Sciences’ affiliation with Drexel University is a relatively new part of its history — the partnership was formed in 2011, nearly 200 years after its 1812 founding. But a lot has happened in the last decade, for the Academy and especially for the new department that was formed as a result of this affiliation.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the January 14 PA Bulletin -- -- The Environmental Quality Board published notice in the January 14 PA Bulletin of final regulations setting a maximum contaminant level for PFOA/PFOS in drinking water. -- Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - Jan. 7 to 13 [PaEN] -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - Jan. 14 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice i

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Frontiers

JANUARY 13, 2023

The University of Koblenz has formed an institutional Partnership agreement for Open Access publishing with Frontiers. This institutional partnership agreement means that eligible University of Koblenz researchers may publish in any Frontiers journal at no cost to them and with a simplified process. The university library of University of Koblenz supports its researchers in making their research more widely available.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

The January 13 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation-- Participation In New Year’s Day Hikes: 2,317 hikers, 3,972 miles, 36 state parks. Smokey Bear stolen from fire danger sign at Colonel Denning State Park, Cumberland County- kindly return him to duty! Check out the Hemlocks To Hellbenders Podcast Click Here to read their entire newsletter.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story from the Associated Press. Exxon Mobil’s scientists were remarkably accurate in their predictions about global warming, even as the company made public statements that contradicted its own scientists’ conclusions, a new study says. The study, published in the journal Science on Thursday, looked at research that Exxon funded that didn’t just … Continue reading Study: Exxon Mobil accurately predicted warming since 1970s.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Pennsylvania Solar Center is hosting a January 20 webinar on Federal Solar Energy Tax Credits and Resources for PA's Solar Industry from Noon to 1:15 p.m. Now that the solar investment and production tax credits have been updated by the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), many expect the economic certainty of solar projects to improve over the long-term.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story from the University of Auckland. Researchers calculated that 74 metric tons of microplastics are dropping out of the atmosphere onto the city annually, the equivalent of more than 3 million plastic bottles falling from the sky.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

The following DEP notices were published in the January 14 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Coterra Energy, Inc. - Lauer Pad 1: DEP received Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with diesel fuel in Springville Twp., Susquehanna County. ( PA Bulletin, page 421 ) -- Chesapeake Appalachia LLC - DPH Well Pad: DEP received Final Report on remediation of soil contamin

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story at Stateline. In recent years, several states have created or helped to fund specialized banks that lend money to homeowners and businesses for energy-saving and climate projects. Now, states have billions more reasons to establish such institutions, known as green banks. Congress last year approved a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund of … Continue reading ‘Green banks,’ poised for billions in climate funds, draw states’ attention.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

On January 4, Pittsburgh-based EQT Corporation , the largest producer of natural gas in the United States, announced the completion of a $28 million company-wide initiative to eliminate 100% of its natural gas-powered pneumatic devices from its production operations. As a result of the initiative, EQT has reduced its methane emissions by 70% and reduced its annual carbon footprint by 305,614 metric tons of CO2e.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has innovative resources and trainings for K–12 teachers that support the teaching of public health. Resources focus on STEM skill development at all grade levels. Incorporating public health into your classroom, club, or activity can give students hands-on experience doing science, which may boost their academic achievement, help them … Continue reading CDC provides science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) skill development resources for K-12

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2023

By Harry Campbell, Science Policy & Advocacy Director As one year ends and another begins, many of us have hope and optimism for the new year. In these early days of 2023, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) is encouraged that momentum in 2022 can bring us closer to cleaner rivers and streams in Pennsylvania. Most notably, the state legislature voted last year to create the $220 million Clean Streams Fund.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story from Penn State. Using a novel modeling method, a team of researchers gained new insights into how hummingbirds produce wing movement, which could lead to design improvements in flying robots.

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Inhabitant

JANUARY 13, 2023

Winter brings a triple threat of colds, flu and COVID. Be prepared for your next bout, or maybe even ward it off, with some helpful and preventative medicines found right in your kitchen.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story from Chalmers University of Technology. Emissions from copper-based antifouling paints are a well-known environmental problem. As much as 40 percent of copper inputs to the Baltic Sea come from antifouling paints on ships and leisure boats. According to a new study, this is completely unnecessary. When the researchers compared copper-based antifouling … Continue reading Eco-friendly paint most effective against fouling on ships and boats.

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ESA

JANUARY 13, 2023

By Tim Nuttle, 2023 Program Chair. In 2022, the Meetings Committee recommended changes for the ESA Annual Meeting program to adapt and meet attendees’ needs. The Governing Board approved these changes to go into effect for this year’s meeting in Portland. The goal: To accommodate as many presentation submissions as possible across the range of professional ecological practice.

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Environmental News Bits

JANUARY 13, 2023

Read the full story from the University of Kansas. A team of researchers analyzed fact checkers from four countries work in relation to climate change claims. They found their methods varied, that they most often checked claims made by politicians and from social media. They also provide arguments for the most effective practice of fact … Continue reading Study analyzes how fact-checkers from four different countries assess climate change claims.

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