Fri.Dec 09, 2022

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Americans Flocking to Fire-Prone Regions, Study Finds

Yale E360

Americans are moving away from parts of the Midwest that are prone to heat waves, but are moving into regions in the West that are increasingly vulnerable to wildfires, according to a 10-year study. Read more on E360 →.

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State Farm Signs 50 Megawatt Renewable Energy Agreement with Constellation

Environment + Energy Leader

State Farm recently announced a 50 megawatt agreement with Constellation to purchase zero-emission, renewable energy equivalent to the annual electricity use of its corporate headquarters. The post State Farm Signs 50 Megawatt Renewable Energy Agreement with Constellation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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As the World Scrambles to Halt Biodiversity Loss, 'Things Are Getting Worse'

Scientific American

More than one quarter of the more than 150,000 species on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species are threatened with extinction.

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Yeti Aims to Reduce its Carbon Footprint and Develop Eco-Friendly Products

Environment + Energy Leader

Besides deploying energy efficiency techniques and renewable energy, Yeti is working with its suppliers to develop more environmentally friendly materials. The post Yeti Aims to Reduce its Carbon Footprint and Develop Eco-Friendly Products appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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Why the laws of physics don't actually exist

New Scientist

What we call laws of physics are often just mathematical descriptions of some part of nature.

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APP Looks at COP27 Discussions on Achieving Net Zero and More

Environment + Energy Leader

Indonesia is no stranger to the challenges of a changing climate. To meet its climate targets, Indonesian businesses must act in partnership with Government and invest in circular business models that encourage regenerative efforts and improve environmental protections. The post APP Looks at COP27 Discussions on Achieving Net Zero and More appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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APP Looks at COP27 Discussions on Achieving Net Zero and More

Environment + Energy Leader

Indonesia is no stranger to the challenges of a changing climate. To meet its climate targets, Indonesian businesses must act in partnership with Government and invest in circular business models that encourage regenerative efforts and improve environmental protections. The post APP Looks at COP27 Discussions on Achieving Net Zero and More appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Stimulating the vagus nerve may reduce symptoms of multiple sclerosis

New Scientist

An implanted device that stimulates the vagus nerve reduced symptoms of multiple sclerosis in rats as effectively as standard medications

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State Farm Signs 50 Megawatt Renewable Energy Agreement with Constellation

Environment + Energy Leader

State Farm recently announced a 50 megawatt agreement with Constellation to purchase zero-emission, renewable energy equivalent to the annual electricity use of its corporate headquarters. The post State Farm Signs 50 Megawatt Renewable Energy Agreement with Constellation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Light-based computer could outpace traditional electrical chip designs

New Scientist

A computer that uses light rather than electricity to transmit and manipulate data could carry out the same tasks faster and using less power

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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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CyrusOne Strives for Carbon Neutrality Decade Ahead of Target

Environment + Energy Leader

The data center operator plans to do so by increasing renewable energy and conserving more water. The post CyrusOne Strives for Carbon Neutrality Decade Ahead of Target appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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LIGO may be able to detect alien warp drives using gravitational waves

New Scientist

If aliens were to make spacecraft as massive as Jupiter or ones that use warp drives, we might be able to detect them using the ripples they produce in space-time

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ArcelorMittal CCU Plant Turns Carbon from Steel Production to Ethanol

Environment + Energy Leader

The carbon recycling project will be able to make 80 million liters of the fuel. The post ArcelorMittal CCU Plant Turns Carbon from Steel Production to Ethanol appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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JWST has broken the record for most distant galaxy ever confirmed

New Scientist

The James Webb Space Telescope has spotted the most distant galaxy ever definitively confirmed, which formed within about 325 million years of the big bang

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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.

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CIRCULAR ECONOMY – HARNESSING HYDROGEN ENERGY

Cleannovate

Hydrogen is a gas. But it’s also a fuel – an efficient fuel for that matter. Being the most abundant … More.

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Deforestation in Venezuela surges as gold miners ransack the Amazon

New Scientist

The loss of pristine forest is estimated to be increasing by around 170 per cent annually in Venezuela - an even faster rate than Brazil - as a result of a state-sanctioned boom in gold mining

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On backpacking, dance, and economics: how randomness and passion made me a better researcher

HumanNature

Guest Post by Débora Nunes , 2022-2023 Sustainability Leadership Fellow, and Ph.D. Student in the Department of Economics at Colorado State University A few summers ago, in December—that’s summertime in my home country of Brazil—I was going through some old boxes and found a little questionnaire that I answered in fourth grade. My favorite school subjects were mathematics and theatre, my extracurricular activities were classical ballet and volleyball, and my dream was to become a taxi driver, a

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Endangered white rhinos' cells turned into sperm and egg stem cells

New Scientist

Researchers hope producing embryos from adult cells in the lab could offer a way to save the northern white rhino, with only two females remaining

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Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation

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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DEP Issues Orders To Equitrans To Plug Additional Wells At Cambria County Underground Natural Gas Storage Facility, Bring Other Wells Up To Current Casing Standards And Take Other Actions

PA Environment Daily

On December 9, the Department of Environmental Protection announced it has issued three orders to Equitrans L.P. the gas storage operator of the Rager Mountain Gas Storage Reservoir and George L Reade 1 storage well located in Jackson Township, Cambria County. The storage area vented natural gas uncontrolled into the atmosphere from Sunday, November 6, 2022, until the evening of Saturday, November 19, 2022 when it was temporarily plugged.

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Robot guides needle into lungs more accurately than human doctors

New Scientist

A robot guided a flexible needle into the lungs of pigs, outperforming humans using straight needles

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Pocono Heritage Land Trust Seeks Partner To Protect 755-Acre Camp Trexler In Monroe County From Development

PA Environment Daily

The Pocono Heritage Land Trust is seeking partners to help protect the 755-acre Camp Trexler property from development in Monroe County. Camp Trexler is going up for sale. One of the last large undeveloped tracts of land in Polk Township, the 755-acre property is rich with streams, ponds, forested land, wildlife habitat and beautiful views. Along with neighbors throughout the area, Pocono Heritage Land Trust wants to save it from development.

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Subliminal Cues, Precisely Timed, Might Help People Forget Bad Experiences

Scientific American

Suppressing memories using an “amnesic shadow” could someday lead to a gentler therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Shaping a Resilient Future: Climate Impact on Vulnerable Populations

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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Earth911 Podcast: Beni’s Sarah Pinner on Making Shopping for Reused Clothing Fashionable

Earth 911

The clothing we wear is a source of carbon emissions and landfill waste. Sarah Pinner, The post Earth911 Podcast: Beni’s Sarah Pinner on Making Shopping for Reused Clothing Fashionable appeared first on Earth911.

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$3.5-Million Hemophilia Gene Therapy Is World's Most Expensive Drug

Scientific American

A hemophilia drug has the potential to save lives. But it cannot treat the most common form of the disease.

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Switching to microgrids for a clean, reliable power supply

Inhabitant

As a result of climate change's increased and more severe storms and natural phenomena, weather-related power outages continue to grow across the world. In fact, between 2010 to 2019, the U.S. experienced 70% more power outages than in the previous decade. Given our increasing reliance on electricity, we will continue to require more reliable, clean and robust means of generating and distributing electricity.

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Cigarette Butts are a Plague On Our Beaches

Ocean Conservancy

Walking along a breezy Florida beach is a wonderful feeling, the soft sand and gentle ocean waves enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. Unfortunately, trash on our beaches is causing major threats to this idyllic image. Specifically, cigarette butts, the small fibrous filters at the end of cigarettes, are the most littered item found on beaches around the world.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Regenerative architecture in Japan is 100% off-grid

Inhabitant

You may have heard of regenerative agriculture, but architects on an island in southern Japan have taken that idea to new levels with regenerative architecture. It’s the idea that structures can be built in such a way that they support and enhance the surrounding environment.

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Friday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 12.9.22

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? Senate returns to voting session January 3, 9, 10, 11, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 -- Committee Schedule House returns to voting session January 3 [Democrats, Republicans Fighting Over Schedule] -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 9:00: In-Person, Virtual. Agenda Posted. DEP Radiation Protection Advisory Committee meeting.

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Government auctions Pacific Coast offshore wind power sites

Inhabitant

For the first time, the U.S. government has auctioned Pacific coast offshore wind power sites.

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Ag and Food Law Daily Update: December 9, 2022

National Law Center

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: December 9, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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LIVSN clothing focuses on experiences and adventure

Inhabitant

LIVSN isn’t shy about its mission to stand out against the standard practices in the clothing industry, creating basics that are built to last with the best materials it can find.

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