Union of Concerned Scientists
MAY 18, 2021
New research from the Union of Concerned Scientists finds that 25 states have taken up substantial discussion of the issue of coal self-commitment in state public utility proceedings. This suggests that the issue of coal plants running when cleaner and cheaper resources are available has now become a far more commonly understood and talked-about issue.
Cleannovate
MAY 18, 2021
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Union of Concerned Scientists
MAY 18, 2021
The world must reach net-negative CO2 emissions by midcentury, not only to slow the pace of climate change, but to reduce the millions deaths yearly from fossil fuel air pollution. Much of the burden of our energy choices falls on Black and brown communities. We must weigh these factors, including the massive benefits of renewable energy, as we face tough choices in addressing the climate crisis.
Yale E360
MAY 18, 2021
In a new report , the International Energy Agency is calling for an immediate end to new investments in fossil fuel supply projects such as pipelines, the rapid adoption of renewable energy such as solar and wind power, and a large-scale research and development program to develop future technologies, including advanced batteries, producing energy from hydrogen, and the removal of CO2 from the atmosphere.
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.
Physics World
MAY 18, 2021
A group of “ethical hackers” has obtained access to sensitive systems and proprietary online data hosted by the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in the US after accessing multiple unsecured entry points in late April and early May. The group – Sakura Samurai – discovered configuration data for the lab’s NoVa experiment and more than 4500 “tickets” for tracking internal projects.
Enviromental Defense
MAY 18, 2021
Shell Canada says it really cares about climate action. No really. It keeps telling us how much it cares so it really must. And yet, as the old adage goes, “Tell us who your friends are, and I’ll tell you who you are.” One of Shell Canada’s longest standing relationships is with the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP), an industry lobby group that is quite possibly the biggest barrier to climate action in Canada. .
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Physics World
MAY 18, 2021
A study of how water is forced into the nanoscopic pores of materials has led to the design of highly efficient energy absorbers that could find a range of applications including body armour. The work was done by researchers in UK and Belgium, who have also developed a new set of guidelines for designing reusable, tailorable, and highly efficient energy absorbers.
Washington Nature
MAY 18, 2021
This spring, the Washington state Legislature passed HB 1168, legislation that will give state agencies and local communities a fighting chance to get ahead of the growing threat of wildfire to communities across the state. HB 1168 will fund preventative measures, like this controlled burn near the town of Roslyn. © Nikolaj Lasbo / TNC. HB 1168 creates a first-of-its-kind Wildfire Response, Forest Restoration, and Community Resilience funding in the state budget.
Physics World
MAY 18, 2021
The gold nanoparticle sensor next to a grain of rice and a one cent coin. The pink stripes contain rod-shaped nanoparticles, while the white stripes are nanoparticle free. (Courtesy: Katja Krüger). Implantable biosensors that continuously monitor the concentrations of biomarkers in the body could transform the way we diagnose and treat chronic diseases.
New Scientist
MAY 18, 2021
Fire ants leave a chemical residue in their wake that deters spiders – and that may help inspire eco-friendly spider repellents for the home
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.
Acoel
MAY 18, 2021
Posted on May 18, 2021 by Ken Gray. Mainers are generally regarded as an environmentally sensitive and enlightened populace. The state boasts cleaner water and air than many other states, significant and beautiful natural features, and progressive environmental laws. Yet Mainers are questioning whether to accept a new 145-mile electric transmission line that will bring hydropower from Quebec into the New England power grid, removing 3.0 to 3.6 Million tons of regional CO2 per year, and providi
Ocean Conservancy
MAY 18, 2021
Whale sharks , loggerhead sea turtles , hammerhead sharks … some of our favorite marine animals are some of the ones most at-risk. It’s going to take all of us to ensure that these incredible ocean animals survive and thrive for generations to come. The good news? The more we know about these animals and the threats facing them, the better we can protect them.
New Scientist
MAY 18, 2021
Devastating wildfires that swept the central Amazon in 2015 caused a loss of around 27 per cent of vegetation in the region over the next three years
Stack Environment
MAY 18, 2021
Like many in Georgia, you may appreciate the precious and delicate nature of the water systems that provide for the needs of citizens as well as sustaining countless forms of plants and animals that are vital to a healthy environment. Protecting the streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands and shorelines is not a duty only for government entities. Each individual plays an important role.
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 18, 2021
Catnip turns fearsome felines into drooling balls of fluff. But how?
The Energy Law Blog
MAY 18, 2021
Updated from May 18, 2021 post. On May 17, 2021, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision in the climate change litigation affecting the fossil fuel industry. In a 7-1 decision (Justice Alito recused), the Court held that an appellate court must consider all grounds for removal when an appeal is taken pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1447(d), a provision that specifically authorizes interlocutory appeal of an order remanding a case removed pursuant to the federal officer removal statute.
Enviromental Defense
MAY 18, 2021
Ottawa, Ont. – The International Energy Agency (IEA) has actually developed a scenario where we succeed in our battle against climate change – a perspective sorely missing from our national equivalent, the Canadian Energy Regulator. And the IEA’s conclusion is that all countries must immediately stop approving fossil fuel projects to limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
The Energy Law Blog
MAY 18, 2021
Updated from May 18, 2021 post. On May 17, 2021, the United States Supreme Court issued a decision in the climate change litigation affecting the fossil fuel industry. In a 7-1 decision (Justice Alito recused), the Court held that an appellate court must consider all grounds for removal when an appeal is taken pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1447(d), a provision that specifically authorizes interlocutory appeal of an order remanding a case removed pursuant to the federal officer removal statute.
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Stack Environment
MAY 18, 2021
Like many in Georgia, you may appreciate the precious and delicate nature of the water systems that provide for the needs of citizens as well as sustaining countless forms of plants and animals that are vital to a healthy environment. Protecting the streams, rivers, lakes, wetlands and shorelines is not a duty only for government entities. Each individual plays an important role.
Physics World
MAY 18, 2021
The two 110 kg combat robots squared off. One, known as Poison Arrow, was armed with a toothed spinning drum. Its adversary, Son of Wyachi (SOW), had whirling hammers. Poison Arrow smashed into SOW, sending it flying across the arena. SOW broke its radio receiver as it crash-landed, lying motionless as the referee declared a knockout. The action took place in 2016 in BattleBots – a US “robot-combat” TV series aired by ABC in 2015–2016, and then by the Discovery Channel since 2018.
Union of Concerned Scientists
MAY 18, 2021
Ford Motor Company will be releasing details Wednesday evening about an all-electric version of its F-150 pickup truck, just after a day after a high-profile sneak preview for President Biden. We’ve seen many big press events in past years around new electric vehicles, but this might be the most important yet. The Ford F-150 is […].
Physics World
MAY 18, 2021
Two microelectrode arrays in the “hand area” of the brain measure neural activity. A recurrent neural network (RNN) then converts the signals into probabilities for each character. These probabilities are either thresholded to provide real-time output or combined with a language model, which acts like an autocorrect. (Courtesy: Nature 10.1038/s41586-021-03506-2).
Enviromental Defense
MAY 18, 2021
You’ve probably heard about Ontario’s clean, low-carbon grid. The decision to ditch coal was the biggest single action of its time to cut carbon emissions in North America. It also improved air quality and made smog days a thing of the past. But what you probably haven’t heard is that our grid is getting dirtier again, with fossil fuels increasing in our electricity supply from burning natural gas.
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