Yale E360
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The UN biodiversity conference now meeting in Montreal is considering a proposal to commit to putting 30 percent of land and sea under protection by 2030. Some ecologists warn that focusing too much on the size of protected areas risks missing what most needs saving. Read more on E360 →.
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The methodology will allow companies to purchase credits on the voluntary carbon market. The post Puro.earth Accredits Carbon Removal Method Enhanced Rock Weathering appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Circle of Blue
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Tower Bridge, London. Photo © J. Carl Ganter / Circle of Blue. YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN. The vast majority of England’s water industry is owned by foreign firms and businesses, a Guardian investigation reveals. Zambia begins rationing electricity as paltry water levels shut down hydropower production at a major dam. A hole in a sewer pipe that dropped wastewater into Lake Ontario for an estimated 26 years was discovered and sealed.
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 7, 2022
In this Q&A, Nicole Bulgarino discusses her role at Ameresco and her thoughts on the untapped potential of resilient and reliable power. The post Meet the Honorees: Nicole Bulgarino, EVP and General Manager of Federal Solutions, Ameresco appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
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.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Astronomers have spotted a strange blast of gamma radiation from space that defies categorisation, and it may mean a gap in our understanding of how black holes form
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The systems are using low-carbon technology and support energy reliability in California. The post GE Mobile Gas Turbines Lower Emissions, Support Grid Resilience appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Environmental Professionals Connection brings together the best content for environmental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 7, 2022
JetBlue has announced sustainability targets approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The post Here’s How JetBlue Will Achieve Net-Zero Emissions by 2040 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Shop-bought poinsettias produce a stunning display of crimson, and these tropical plants can be coaxed into an encore performance if you have the patience, says Clare Wilson
Environment + Energy Leader
DECEMBER 7, 2022
In this Q&A, Nicole Bulgarino discusses her role at Ameresco and her thoughts on the untapped potential of resilient and reliable power. The post Meet the Honorees: Nicole Bulgarino, EVP and General Manager of Federal Solutions, Ameresco appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Douglas Futuyma's new book on the rise of birds isn't easy going, but it shows why they were vital to evolutionary theory - and birders will love it
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
Enviromental Defense
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Thousands of Canadians and leading conservation groups demand monarchs be legally protected as an endangered species, as nature summit begins. OTTAWA | TRADITIONAL, UNCEDED TERRITORY OF THE ALGONQUIN ANISHNAABEG PEOPLE – More than 5,000 people and a coalition of conservation groups are calling on the federal government to finally take action after waiting over six years to protect monarch butterflies.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
New Scientist's weekly round-up of the best books, films, TV series, games and more that you shouldn’t miss
Scientific American
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Two-million-year-old DNA, the world's oldest, reveals that mastodons once roamed forests in Greenland’s far northern reaches.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
An intense and moving documentary tells the story of tourists caught on the volcanic island of Whakaari when it erupted in 2019
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
Scientific American
DECEMBER 7, 2022
In 2022 the world’s population hit the eight-billion mark. But such milestones could top out by the end of the century.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Every night, plankton take a journey to shallower waters to feed, prompting predators to follow in search of a very small, but tasty, snack.
Scientific American
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Octopus outbursts, evading sexual cannibalism, and a human-cockatoo arms race—here are strange animal behaviors we learned about in 2022.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
A deepfake detector designed to identify unique facial expressions and hand gestures could spot manipulated videos of world leaders such as Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin
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.
Scientific American
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Negotiators have gathered in Montreal for a United Nations summit aimed at hammering out a Paris-style agreement to halt and reverse global biodiversity loss by 2030.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
A century and a half after HMS Challenger embarked on the first global survey of the ocean, some ideas from the era still linger.
Enviromental Defense
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Every summer in Lake Erie, an unwelcome guest – the infamous toxic algae bloom – shows its face and wreaks havoc in the Great Lakes. This year, our unwanted visitor stuck around for longer than usual. Each year, scientists predict and then monitor the severity and growth of the western Lake Erie basin’s annual toxic algae bloom that continues to threaten the lake’s ecosystems, biodiversity and available drinking water.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
With the platform looking a little the worse for wear after its recent acquisition by Elon Musk, Annalee Newitz tries the best alternatives, so you don’t have to
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.
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 7, 2022
On the agenda of the Public Utility Commission December 8 meeting is a request by Sunoco Pipeline for a $48,000 refund of a $51,000 penalty it paid to the PUC 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 hazar
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
From a bone fragment of a mysterious new species to the latest on cave art, Paul Pettit's powerful new book shows how science is rewriting the past
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 7, 2022
On December 7, botanists from the Pittsburgh-based Carnegie Museum of Natural History and an international team of researchers warn of risks posed to North American ephemeral wildflowers caused by warmer spring temperatures in a recent study published in Nature Communications. Researchers surveyed data from 5,522 individual herbarium specimens collected from 1901 to 2020, representing 40 species from Asia, Europe, and North America, to analyze the phenological mismatch—or discrepancies in timing
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
When it comes to knowing yourself, your own perception of your personality doesn’t necessarily align with that of people around you. But which is more accurate? And can discovering your true nature lead to a better life?
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.
CEQA Developments
DECEMBER 7, 2022
On December 5, 2022, the real party in interest (Arakelian Enterprises, Inc. dba Athens Services) and respondent City of Thousand Oaks both filed petitions for review in the California Supreme Court in G.I. Industries v. City of Thousand Oaks (2022) Cal.App.5th. (My recent post on the Second District Court of Appeal’s modified opinion order, which contains a link to my original post on the case, can be found here. ).
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
Colorado has become the second US state to legalise psychedelic drugs for medicinal uses, but psychedelics research lags far behind studies on other drugs
Inhabitant
DECEMBER 7, 2022
The Arctic is way hotter than it should be this month. In Utqiagvik (formerly known as Barrow), the temperature hit 40 degrees Fahrenheit on Monday. That’s an unwelcome record not only for December but for the entire span of late October to late April.
New Scientist
DECEMBER 7, 2022
DNA bound to mineral particles in ancient sediment reveals that north Greenland once had spruce forests populated by hares, reindeer and even mastodons
Advertisement
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.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
Let's personalize your content