Circle of Blue

JANUARY 11, 2023

Ahead of a high-profile UN conference, political forecasters issue water warnings. The Nile, cutting here through Cairo, is the heart of Egypt. Photo © J. Carl Ganter/Circle of Blue. By Brett Walton, Circle of Blue – January 11, 2023. Water still matters. Last year was evidence that forgotten threats to global prosperity and safety can re-emerge. Covid flared in China as the country abandoned its isolationist policy, a reminder that the pandemic continues to burn.

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Environment + Energy Leader

JANUARY 11, 2023

The project will also generate job growth, long-term investment, and savings opportunities for Rhode Island. The post Rhode Island’s Renewable Energy Growth Program Gets Boost appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Circle of Blue

JANUARY 11, 2023

The Himalayas, known as the water tower of Asia, rise over the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Photo © Keith Schneider/Circle of Blue. YOUR GLOBAL RUNDOWN. Hundreds have been displaced due to historic flooding in western Australia. A new, first-of-its-kind study suggests that global warming this century will cause more glacial melting and sea level rise than previously thought.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

A massive iceberg that has been stuck on the seafloor in front of the Thwaites glacier in West Antarctica for two decades and helped protect it is now floating away

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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.

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Inside Climate News

JANUARY 11, 2023

The heat of global warming will keep penetrating deeper into the oceans for centuries after greenhouse gas emissions cease. By Bob Berwyn Ocean heat content reached a new record high for the fourth year in a row, scientists said Wednesday as they released their annual measurements of ocean heat accumulating down to a depth of more than a mile.

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Scientific American

JANUARY 11, 2023

A newly discovered interaction related to quantum entanglement between dissimilar particles opens a new window into the nuclei of atoms.

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Scientific American

JANUARY 11, 2023

California has been hit by repeated storms fueled by torrents of moisture called atmospheric rivers that will only intensify in a warming climate.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Measurements of a blast of radio waves passing through our galaxy have shown that the Milky Way's proportion of visible matter is 40 per cent lower than the rest of the universe

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, members of the PJM Interconnection , the regional electric grid operator that includes Pennsylvania, reported in a preliminary review of the impact of Winter Storm Elliott , that natural gas-fired power plants failed to provide power at over triple the rate of other technologies and fossil fuel power plants generally failed at an "unacceptable" level, according to PJM.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Photographer Levon Biss's project Extinct and Endangered: Insects in peril combines thousands of shots of insect specimens to create these startlingly clear images

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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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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, the American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers released a new report and outlined the policies needed to make, move and improve American energy and prioritize U.S. natural gas and oil as a long-term strategic asset during API’s annual State of American Energy event. “The state of American energy is strong and resilient,” Sommers said in his keynote address.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Circadian clock genes in almost all our cells follow regular 24-hour patterns, but can be disrupted by irregular sleep patterns and prolonged light exposure.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, Sustainable Pittsburgh announced the first ever organizations to earn formal designation as Sustainable Pittsburgh Workplaces : -- University of Pittsburgh - Platinum level -- Allegheny County , Downtown Campus - Gold level -- Trademark Threads - Silver level The newest of Sustainable Pittsburgh’s formal recognition programs, Sustainable Pittsburgh Workplace recognizes any business, nonprofit, or other organization that has demonstrated a commitment to environmental, social and go

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Anthropomorphising animals such as chimps, dolphins and bees will stifle scientific enquiry instead of encouraging it, says evolutionary biologist Marlene Zuk

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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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Inhabitant

JANUARY 11, 2023

In order to lighten the environmental impact of agriculture, we need to look at alternative ways to produce products. Cellular agriculture is a viable solution, but is it safe and is it a comparable replacement for products originally made from animal parts? The answer is yes to both.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has observed a glowing disc of debris left over from planet formation around a nearby star called AU Microscopii

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Inhabitant

JANUARY 11, 2023

Tiny homes come in all shapes and sizes. Some are stationary, while others are on a trailer for mobility. They can be on land or even on the water. This one, called Fàng Sōng, just happens to also be a boat.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

The new ShadowCam instrument has sent its first image back from lunar orbit, showing the inside of an area of the moon that never gets any direct sunlight

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, the U.S. Environmental Protection Mid-Atlantic Region, announced the issuance of a draft permit to G2 STEM of Fairfax, VA which authorizes the construction and operation of a UIC Class IID disposal injection well, David A Weaver well, located near Walston, Young Township, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania. EPA has tentatively scheduled a virtual public hearing using Microsoft Teams or use the Call-in Number:(484) 352-3221, Conference ID: 587 505 800# on February 13, 2023 from 6:00 to

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

From exploring the world of The Expanse to Starfield, a sci-fi role-playing game set in the 24th century, there is much to look forward to this year.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources released an online feature outlining the accomplishments of the agency during the eight years of the Wolf Administration-- As Pennsylvania’s leader and chief advocate for conservation and outdoor recreation, DCNR works to inspire people to value their natural resources, engage in conservation practices, and experience the outdoors.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Western fence lizards that experience wildlife learn that fire is a major threat, becoming more alert to the sounds of a blaze than to those of avian predators

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, the Sand County Foundation announced Flinchbaugh’s Orchard & Farm in Hellam, York County is the 2022 recipient of the Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award. Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the prestigious award recognizes farmers, ranchers and forestland owners who inspire others with their dedication to land, water and wildlife habitat resources in their care.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Depriving rhubarb plants of light for several weeks forces them to grow fast and gives an earlier harvest, says Clare Wilson

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National Law Center

JANUARY 11, 2023

The inaugural issue of The Feed has been released on Jan. 11, 2023. The Feed is a bi-weekly publication highlighting recent. The post NALC Introduces The Feed appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Dale Greenwalt's book is a gripping look at palaeobiology, a field achieving incredible insights into ancient life on Earth

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced an investment of $3.2 million to help address priority trail gaps and support ATV/Snowmobile projects in the Commonwealth. The grants are made possible through federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money appropriated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s 2022-23 budget, and other federal and state funds.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Ten years ago, we feared that catastrophic global warming of between 4°C and 5°C by by 2100 was a real risk.

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Arnold Porter

JANUARY 11, 2023

Arnold & Porter recently advised Xoriant Corporation, a software engineering and digital IT services provider, on its acquisition by India-based private equity advisory firm ChrysCapital. The deal, which closed on December 28, 2022, for an undisclosed sum, illustrates Arnold & Porter’s growing focus and presence across Indian markets. The Sunnyvale, California-based Xoriant provides software engineering and IT services to Fortune 100 customers across the globe and maintains a globa

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

Science and reason generate reliable knowledge about the world, but they have their limits.

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Ocean Conservancy

JANUARY 11, 2023

Ocean Conservancy’s Ocean Justice team is proud to announce the first Ocean Justice Community Grants cohort. Ocean Justice Community Grants are a critical part of our commitment to ocean justice , which we define as the fair and equitable distribution of both the benefits of the ocean’s bounty and the burdens of its complex care. Climate change and ocean injustice present dual crises that disproportionately impact marginalized coastal and ocean communities.

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New Scientist

JANUARY 11, 2023

The French biotech company Ÿnsect plans to open 15 mealworm factories by 2030.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 11, the Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper filed a citizen suit against Republic Services of Pennsylvania LLC and its York County, Pennsylvania, Modern Landfill in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The citizen suit cites Modern Landfill’s repeated violations of its water quality-based permit limits under the federal Clean Water Act, and unpermitted discharges of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

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