Yale E360
DECEMBER 8, 2022
A boom in small-scale gold mining in Bolivia has raised concerns about pollution from mercury used in the mining process. Researchers are citing the health impacts on downstream villages, but the government has yet to act to stem the widespread use of the highly toxic chemical. Read more on E360 →.
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The system helps with supply chain transparency to add insight into the impacts of materials. The post Kappahl Uses TrusTrace Traceability System to Improve Sustainable Textiles appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Union of Concerned Scientists
DECEMBER 8, 2022
EDITORIAL UPDATE, 12/16/22: this blog was updated from a previously published version. This version contains content updates and includes new information from Coldwater Creek area community members. The families, students, and school officials in Florissant, Missouri have been living a modern nightmare for the past several weeks, learning and unlearning that Jana Elementary school and the surrounding region may have significantly higher than estimated exposure levels of radioactive contamination
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 8, 2022
While many challenges will likely carry over into 2023, growth will accelerate, powered by robust demand and the record-breaking raft of clean energy incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The post Deloitte Report Points to Strong Growth in Renewables for 2023 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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
Legal Planet
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Join us for a webinar on December 13 at 12 PM to discuss the report’s findings. Hydrogen could play a critical role in helping California to decarbonize its electricity grid and achieve carbon neutrality. The gas can be generated from surplus renewable energy resources (like solar or wind) to create zero-emission (or “green”) hydrogen. The clean electricity powers a device called an electrolyzer , which uses the process of electrolysis to separate water into oxygen and hydrogen.
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 8, 2022
A contract between Amogy and Ballard Power Systems will develop low-carbon engines for the maritime industry. The post Agreement Aims to Increase Ammonia, Fuel Cell Use in Vessels appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 8, 2022
A contract between Amogy and Ballard Power Systems will develop low-carbon engines for the maritime industry. The post Agreement Aims to Increase Ammonia, Fuel Cell Use in Vessels appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Legal Planet
DECEMBER 8, 2022
It’s two weeks since the end of this year’s annual Conference of the Parties to the international climate treaties, COP27, held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. You might have noticed an odd vagueness in accounts of this year’s COP. These annual meetings are huge media events — understandably, since they are the highest-level international event on climate change, even if this over-states their importance relative to other ongoing work — but there was a strange vagueness, and near-s
Enviromental Defense
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Federal government releases new policy aimed at ending international public financing for fossil fuels, next step is ending domestic financing . Unceded Algonquin Anishinaabe Territories [Ottawa, ON] – Today the Government of Canada released a plan to end new public finance for fossil fuels abroad and instead prioritize clean energy projects. The policy, which comes into effect on January 1, 2023, marks a critical first step towards eliminating Canada’s massive levels of support for oil an
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
How do you teach a new robot old tricks?
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
National Law Center
DECEMBER 8, 2022
As we begin December and reflect on last month, staff at the National Agricultural Law Center continue to bring trusted research. The post November Monthly Round Up appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Higher fossil energy prices and concerns about energy supply disruptions are driving the acceleration of wind, solar and other renewables, the International Energy Agency says.
Enviromental Defense
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Statement from Phil Pothen, Ontario Environment Program Manager, Environmental Defence. Toronto | Traditional territories of the Huron-Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Chippewas and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation – MPPs who voted this afternoon to force passage of Bill 39 – the so-called “Better Municipal Governance Act, 2022” – have directly participated in breaking their government’s clearest, most emphatic promise to Ontario voters, and endorsed a vast transfer of public w
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Defining what a dog is is really tough, but the domestication of wolves might be the feat that set modern humans on the path to dominance.
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.
Frontiers
DECEMBER 8, 2022
By Mischa Dijkstra, Frontiers science writer. Egyptian slit-faced bats, Nycteris thebaica. In a new study, scientists show that the wing shape and the echolocation frequency of bats are tightly linked across species. This pattern could only be identified because the of the large dataset in the present study, which allowed the authors to look beyond the effect of bat family on these traits.
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Archeologists have found a small mountain of artifacts buried in a farm field that show the presence of some of the first peoples to inhabit the Americas.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2022
On December 8, the Public Utility Commission voted unanimously to approve a $48,000 refund of a $51,000 penalty paid to the PUC by Sunoco Pipeline for Mariner East Pipeline construction violations. In March, a PUC Administrative Law Judge Joel H. Cheskis issued an initial decision against Sunoco/Energy Transfer which found the company violated the Public Utility Code during the construction of the Mariner East Pipeline in Middletown Township, Delaware County with regard to fire hazards, noise le
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
A way to map the ancestry of dog breeds reveals the genetic basis of stereotypical dog behaviors.
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.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2022
By Ad Crable, Chesapeake Bay Journal Repeated sediment pollution incidents and accusations of destroying habitat for rare hellbenders on a Pennsylvania “river of the year” have brought criticism over natural gas operations in a scenic valley and revealed weak protections for “exceptional value” streams. With three separate incidents a month apart — one investigated only after residents complained —the state Department of Environmental Protection has cited Pennsylvania General Energy for a slew o
Scientific American
DECEMBER 8, 2022
DNA from Denisovans, an extinct human species, that was found in the genomes of Indigenous Papuans may mold their immune system.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The UK government says a proposed new coal mine in Cumbria will have a "broadly neutral" effect on greenhouse gas emissions, but its climate change advisers disagree
Eco Justice
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The past five years in British Columbia (B.C.) have sounded the siren for climate instability. Tens of thousands of people living in B.C. have been displaced by record-breaking catastrophes. The. Read more. The post Ecojustice’s year-end wishlist for Premier David Eby appeared first on Ecojustice.
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.
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 8, 2022
In light of the current circumstances, people are on the look for alternative means of housing.
Nanotech
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The European Union (EU) Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON) announced on December 7, 2022, publication of a June 2022 report by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) entitled Assessment of the potential impact of graphene, graphene oxide and other 2D materials on health, and the environment. Commissioned by EUON, the report provides a systematic review and critical assessment of the health and environmental effects of graphene, graphene oxide, and other two-dimensional (2D) materials, based on e
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 8, 2022
Have you ever wondered how old the earth is? Well, this is something we have all pondered upon but there seems to be no definite answer. Scientists have now moved closer to unveiling the age of the earth as well as its inhabitants. Scientists have discovered the oldest known DNA in Greenland, dating back two million years ago.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The Perkiomen Creek in Montgomery County is in the running for the state’s 2023 River of the Year Award presented by the Pennsylvania Organization of Watersheds and Rivers. [The Conestoga River, Perkiomen Creek, Schuylkill River, and Susquehanna River-North Branch are finalists for the 2023 River of the Year. Click Here to learn more about each of the nominees.
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DECEMBER 8, 2022
The Chao Phraya Sky Park was opened as a public space during the pandemic as a unique bridge that is also a park spanning a river in Bangkok.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2022
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Environmental News Bits
DECEMBER 8, 2022
by Barbara Norman, University of Canberra International climate talks in Egypt known as COP27 are into their second week. Thursday is Solutions Day at the summit. Recognising that urban planning is now a front-line response to climate change, discussions will focus on sustainable cities and transport, green buildings and resilient infrastructure. The COP26 Glasgow Pact … Continue reading Urban planning is now on the front line of the climate crisis.
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 8, 2022
The One Lip Wonder from Fleur & Bee is the ultimate stocking stuffer and thoughtful gift for the eco-friendly person in your life. This amazing lip balm is vegan and cruelty-free. It's made from plant stem cells and the results are proven. In other words, it’s a real wonder.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 8, 2022
On December 8, the Department of Environmental Protection announced, after a meeting of the Commonwealth Drought Task Force, the drought watch has been lifted for 15 counties and remains for five counties. Carbon, Luzerne, Northampton, Potter, and Schuylkill counties remain on drought watch. Drought watch has been lifted for Cameron, Centre, Clearfield, Clinton, Columbia, Dauphin, Juniata, Lebanon, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder, and Union counties.
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