Legal Planet

OCTOBER 14, 2024

West of Sydney, Australia, lies the Blue Mountains, a range of plateaus and panoramic canyons forested with eucalyptus trees. Oil in the leaves produces a bluish haze, hence the name of the area. Twenty-five years ago, in 1999, a new NGO called Forest Trends brought together a small international group to the town of Katoomba to brainstorm over increasing capital flows to protect nature, how to “make trees worth more standing than cut down.

Deforestation

Earthava

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The post Minimalism and Sustainability: How Owning Less Can Save The Planet appeared first on Earthava. Minimalism and sustainability are deeply connected. Owning less reduces consumption, leading to a lower environmental impact. This approach encourages mindful decisions about what we own, pushing people to get only what they need and truly value. Living with fewer possessions not only curbs waste but also promotes a more sustainable lifestyle.

Waste

Nanotech

OCTOBER 14, 2024

On October 10, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the release of interim guidance to expand the availability of virucidal claims for antimicrobial pesticides. This new guidance provides the framework for registrants who seek to make virucidal claims for antimicrobial products that meet the criteria for a bacterial disinfectant and/or sanitizer (e.g., household antimicrobial wipes and sprays) consistent with current test guidelines.

Environmental Protection

Inside Climate News

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Among environmentalists, government agencies and logging interests, a war of words is raging over the future of our forests. By Nathan Gilles, Columbia Insight In 2019, conservation activist and longtime Washington state resident Stephen Kropp did something he’d never done before: he explored a forest managed as state trust land by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.

Conservation

Speaker: Jason Chester, Director, Product Management

In today’s manufacturing landscape, staying competitive means moving beyond reactive quality checks and toward real-time, data-driven process control. But what does true manufacturing process optimization look like—and why is it more urgent now than ever? Join Jason Chester in this new, thought-provoking session on how modern manufacturers are rethinking quality operations from the ground up.

2025

Yale E360

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Plankton form the base of the world’s food chain, but warmer and more acidic oceans are affecting their numbers and variety. Some species, on which fish rely, are in decline; others, which soak up carbon, are on the rise, while others are shifting their range and bloom times.

Ocean

New Scientist

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Netflix’s Ancient Apocalypse peddles the idea that we have overlooked an extraordinary ancient civilisation.

New Scientist

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A new way to store numbers in computers can dynamically prioritise accuracy or range, depending on need, allowing software to quickly switch between very large and small numbers

Scientific American

OCTOBER 14, 2024

While many researchers celebrated this year’s chemistry and physics prizes, others were disappointed by the focus on computational methods.

New Scientist

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A 6000-kilogram spacecraft will embark on a six-year journey to Jupiter to explore whether its icy moon Europa has the conditions to support life

Scientific American

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A roundup of the science Nobels, the latest COVID updates and the Europa Clipper launch delay.

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

2024

Earth 911

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The global food system is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, responsible. The post Earth911 Podcast: Author Mark Easter Serves Up The Blue Plate appeared first on Earth911.

Greenhouse

Scientific American

OCTOBER 14, 2024

For the first time, we are sending a spacecraft to explore an alien ocean world—a moon that might host life today

Ocean

New Scientist

OCTOBER 14, 2024

At high altitudes, global warming is having its strongest effect on winter temperatures – and that might mean soils there store can less carbon than we expected

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

by Manuel Pastor, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and Chris Benner, University of California, Santa Cruz Imperial County consistently ranks among the most economically distressed places in California. Its Salton Sea, the state’s biggest and most toxic lake, is an environmental disaster. And the region’s politics have been dominated by a conservative … Continue reading Big lithium plans for Imperial Valley, one of California’s poorest regions, raise a bigger question: Who

Politics

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

Technology

HumanNature

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Guest Post by Andrea Loudenback, 2022-2024 InTERFEWS Fellow, Ph.D. Student in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences at Colorado State University For decades, scientists around the world have been working to find sustainable solutions to meet future food production demands amidst a changing climate. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) states that we will need to produce 60% more food by the year 2050 to meet global population needs (2023), however, changes in temp

Technology

National Law Center

OCTOBER 14, 2024

“These businesses have a lot to offer for both the owners and the community, but there are key risks involved that. The post NALC webinar will review liability challenges for equine, agritourism business owners appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

Law

HumanNature

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Guest Post by Andrea Loudenback, 2022-2024 InTERFEWS Fellow, Ph.D. Student in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences at Colorado State University For decades, scientists around the world have been working to find sustainable solutions to meet future food production demands amidst a changing climate. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) states that we will need to produce 60% more food by the year 2050 to meet global population needs (2023), however, changes in temp

Technology

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 14, 2024

A webinar on planning and implementing agricultural conservation projects , with a focus on streambank stabilization and culvert replacement, will occur from 9:00 a.m. to Noon December 12. Hosted by Penn State Extension’s Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training , this event is designed for agricultural conservation district employees, agricultural conservation professionals and individuals associated with the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program.

Conservation

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.

Clean Energy

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Oct 17, 2024, noon CTRegister here. ReFED’s President Dana Gunders and Manager of Climate & Insights Minnie Ringland will share new analysis, supported by Global Methane Hub, that identifies methane hotspots for surplus food in the U.S. and highlights corresponding solutions that can slash methane emissions.

Waste

Scientific American

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Anti-immigrant rhetoric in the U.S.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Oct 16, 2024, noon CTRegister here. Launched at the end of 2023 at COP28, the U.S. Food Waste Pact is the first national voluntary agreement that focuses on food waste reduction in the United States. Come hear what the latest plan is and make your voice heard! Join leaders of the U.S. Food Waste Pact … Continue reading Webinar: U.S.

Waste

Scientific American

OCTOBER 14, 2024

The presidential candidates differ on classroom censorship, school choice, federal funding for schools, and more

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.

Waste

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story at The Hill. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Sunday described the flurry of misinformation online about the hurricanes devastating parts of the U.S. as “extremely pernicious,” warning that it’s hindering efforts to assist those affected by the storms.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story from Reuters. Nearly all the major agriculture and food companies are focusing on developing sustainability programmes but there isn’t one agreed standard for what counts as regenerative agriculture.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story at Feedstuffs. The One Planet Business for Biodiversity (OP2B) coalition, one of the first private sector regenerative agriculture initiatives, convened by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), reached a major impact milestones as it celebrates its five-year anniversary in September.

Sustainable Development

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story at ESG Today. Corporate boards have been seeing a declining focus on ESG issues, with slightly less than half including ESG as part of their regular agenda, as most directors report ambiguity into the meaning of ESG, many viewing it as a charged term, and less than one in ten agreeing … Continue reading U.S.

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.

2022

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story in Spectroscopy. Microplastic contamination is a growing issue globally. A new study published in Heliyon examined this issue, specifically investigating whether there is a correlation between contamination levels and geographic location.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story in pv magazine. Energy Toolbase and Stellar Solar implemented an advanced energy management system for the Mira Loma transportation campus.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story in pv magazine. California-based data center developer ECL is incorporating hydrogen fuel cells and battery storage into its projects to enable a completely self-contained generating capacity, even to the point of being grid free.

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Read the full story from Michigan State University. A research team spearheaded by Michigan State University scientists has recently published findings in two journals detailing the impacts low levels of water contamination have on the behavior, simulated growth and survival of fish.

Environmental Science

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