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Pacific Walruses Fight to Survive in the Rapidly Warming Arctic

Inside Climate News

The short film “Haulout” forces audiences to confront the horrifying reality of what climate change means for Pacific walruses. By Kiley Bense There’s a moment about five minutes into the critically-acclaimed 2022 documentary short “Haulout,” which was nominated in January for an Oscar, that feels like a scene from a horror movie. The screen snaps from a shot of wild landscape into total black; floorboards creak under the weight of solitary footsteps; and wind howls as if through a tunnel.

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LIKE ‘EM SWEET – VALUE FROM BANANA PEELS

Cleannovate

I remember being so hungry one day that I chewed banana peels together with the fruit.

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Unforced Variations: Apr 2023

Real Climate

This month’s open thread on climate topics (no joke). The post Unforced Variations: Apr 2023 first appeared on RealClimate.

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Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 4.1.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated: House Budget Hearing Schedule - April 11, 12, 13, 14 Senate holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated Senate Budget Hearing Schedule - April 11, 12, 13 TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- Agriculture Announces Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program Grants Now Becoming Available Thru County Conservation Districts [PaEN] -- Williamsport Sun: Sen.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Plastic wrap made from seaweed withstands heat and is compostable

New Scientist

A thin material made from seaweed can handle high temperatures but only takes a few weeks to break down in a composting bin

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Academy Guide to Local Bird-watching Spots

Academy of Natural Sciences

Birding is one of the most accessible entryways into learning about the natural world around you, since it can be done anywhere! Our avian friends can be found readily in urban cityscapes, pristine old forests and everything in between. As they glide through the sky and alight on grass blades, tree branches, telephone lines or roof eaves, they provide a momentary sense of wonder — a simple way to feel inspired about the biodiversity of our planet and empowered to support it by making environment

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Western PA Conservancy Hosts April 18 Webinar On Helping Elk Creek Thrive In Erie County

PA Environment Daily

Join the Western PA Conservancy during Earth Week for a free webinar on April 19-- Helping Elk Creek Thrive: Our Decades-Long Commitment to a Local Treasure -- starting at Noon. To help keep this important ecosystem of floodplain forest, wildlife and waterways thriving, the Conservancy and local partners worked to stabilize streambanks and enhanced habitat to help prevent erosion and improve water quality.

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Later bedtimes on weekends are linked to weight gain in children

New Scientist

Children who go to bed later on the weekends than they do midweek have a larger waist circumference and a higher body mass index than those with a consistent bedtime

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50, 100 & 150: April 2023

Scientific American

Artificial rain; a scientist lives on Vesuvius

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AI that spots basketball players’ weaknesses could help underdogs win

New Scientist

By quickly analysing where and when NBA players take their shots, an artificial intelligence could help their opponents gain an advantage

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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Fanciful Flycatchers

Reflections of the Natural World

By Jim Gain Learn 100 Common Valley Birds is a photo blog series highlighting the 100 most common Valley bird species. Post #19 in the Learn 100 Common Valley Birds series.

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The Ontario government boasts about a “clean energy advantage” while dismantling it

Enviromental Defense

Last week, Ontario released its annual budget. To no one’s surprise it contained zero funding to address climate change – not even for clean energy – which the document referred to multiple times. The Halton Hills Generating Station in Halton Hills, Ontario (Photo by Ian Willms) The “Clean Energy Advantage” In the budget, the government boasts about Ontario’s “clean energy advantage” even though it is actively whittling away at it.

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How to Apply for a Discretionary Federal Grant

NRDC

Follow these tips to help your community access environmental justice grants and other infrastructure funding opportunities offered by the federal government.

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Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - March 25 to 31; More Violations At Equitrans Gas Storage Area; Spring Walk Yields Hissing Gas Well On State Game Lands

PA Environment Daily

From March 25 to 31, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 510 inspection entries that resulted in reporting 41 violations of environmental regulations-- 30 violations by the conventional oil and gas industry and 11 violations by the unconventional shale natural gas industry. So far this year-- as of March 24 -- DEP issued 1,012 formal notices of violation to conventional operators and 386 to unconventional shale gas operators based on 3,416 inspections of conv

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.