Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Read the full story from the BBC. Extracting materials is wreaking havoc on the planet. Could the world’s growing mounds of waste hold the key to sustainable construction?
Yale E360
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
A new online tool reveals how more than 200 planned dams worldwide will alter river temperatures, potentially rendering waters too hot or too cold for native fish. Read more on E360 ?.
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Legal Planet
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
This week, as part of the Frank G. Wells Clinic in Environmental Law, Cara Horowitz, Julia Stein, and I filed an amicus curiae brief on behalf of seven law professors in the Ninth Circuit case California Restaurant Association v. City of Berkeley , in which the California Restaurant Association (CRA), an industry association, is challenging a Berkeley ordinance barring natural-gas piping in most new buildings.
Law and Environment
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
For those of you who don’t think that worrying about climate change is enough to keep you busy, you might want to take a look at this study commissioned by the WWF, Impacts of Plastic Pollution in the Oceans on Marine Species, Biodiversity and Ecosystems. . The report estimates that approximately 20 million metric tons of plastic find their way into the world’s oceans annually.
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.
Physics World
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
In this episode of the Physics World Weekly podcast, we chat about applications for quantum computers with Jungsang Kim , who is co-founder and chief technology officer of IonQ. The US-based company uses trapped ions as qubits in its quantum processors and Kim explains the advantages that this brings. He also talks about a recent agreement between IonQ and the carmaker Hyundai.
Energy & the Law
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The baseball season might be in jeopardy, but litigants are swinging for the fences. In Mary v. QEP Energy, the parties entered into a Pipelins Servitude Agreement over Ms. Mary’s 160 acres. One of QEP’s pipelines extended beyond the servitude by 31 feet and another by 15 feet. Ms. Mary sued claiming the pipeline was placed in bad faith and sought disgorgement of QEP’s profits or an order permitting removal of the pipeline.
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National Law Center
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
International markets are important for many United States agricultural products. Trade agreements with various countries provide new market opportunities for United. The post Basics of International Trade: Non-Tariff Barriers to Trade & the WTO appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Physics World
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The centre of the Sun is incredibly hot, at 15 million degrees Celsius. Its surface is much cooler, at 6000 degrees. Then, in the outer reaches of its atmosphere, it becomes hotter again, with temperatures in the solar corona reaching several million degrees. This “corona heating”, as it is known, is one of greatest mysteries of solar physics. Current theories suggest that it stems from a “hot trail” that forms in the region just below the corona, where strong magnetic fields mean that plasma wa
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
by Alysson Light, University of the Sciences The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea One factor that influences the use of the labels “soft science” or “hard science” is gender bias, according to recent research my colleagues and I conducted. Women’s participation varies across STEM disciplines.
Physics World
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Materials scientists in China have used a novel electrically responsive fluid to create an adaptive liquid lens. The lens has a convex shape that changes its curvature when a voltage is applied, changing the lens’ focal length. The researchers say that this gives the lens eye-like functionality that could be used to create ultrathin lenses that can quickly adjust their focal point.
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.
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The Illinois Sustainable Technology Center (ISTC) and Feeding Illinois partnered with Rendleman Orchards during the 2021 growing season to ensure no fruit went to waste.
Academy of Natural Sciences
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Drexel University, in partnership with the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University , has launched a new platform, The Environmental Collaboratory , focused on climate change, environmental justice and human wellbeing. Building on its comprehensive research expertise, longstanding relationship with external partners and deep commitment to civic engagement, Drexel and the Academy will bring together faculty, staff, students, industry partners and the public sector to pursue transdisciplin
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Protein plaques associated with Alzheimer's disease may build up in the brain if sleep is disrupted because this affects cells that normally destroy them, according to a study involving mouse immune cells
The Applied Ecologist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Ugyen Penjor discusses their latest research, conducted with colleagues Sherub Sherub and Rinzin Jamtsho, which explores the effects of land-use change on the functional and phylogenetic diversity of Eastern Himalayan bird communities. Envision the Himalayas – snow-clad mountains, jagged peaks, ruddy-cheeked people, and of course the ‘Abominable Snowman’ or The Yeti.
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.
The Energy Law Blog
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Within the first six weeks of 2022, both state and federal governments have taken steps toward offshore wind energy development off the coast of Louisiana. On February 1, the Climate Initiatives Task Force submitted the Louisiana Climate Action Plan to Governor Edwards. The Plan offers strategies and actions aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Louisiana.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
As sea levels rise due to climate change, heritage sites all around the African coast will come under increasing risk of flood damage – including Carthage and sites linked to the Ancient Egyptian civilisation
Environmental Leader
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The enhanced DERMS platform aggregates Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), including solar and battery storage devices, into virtual power plants (VPPs) to provide advanced grid capabilities to utilities. The post Swell Energy Launches Advanced Distributed Energy Resource Management System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Current quantum computers are highly prone to errors, making them unlikely to be of practical use, but an artificial intelligence that spots and fixes mistakes could help
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Physics World
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Hakeem Oluseyi found his way into professional physics unlike anyone you have ever known. Born James Plummer Jr, an African American in the deep south of the US, he grew up in some of the scariest urban neighbourhoods, such as the Ninth Ward of New Orleans and Watts in Los Angeles. His parents separated when he was four years old; he lived with an itinerant mother who was either sad or angry and always had a job but couldn’t hold it.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Researchers have tested the bite force of hundreds of insects and found that the raspy cricket chomps down with 1200 times more force than the wasp with the weakest bite
National Law Center
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
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: February 10, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The first evidence of a respiratory infection in a dinosaur suggests that a 15-year-old diplodocid suffered from coughing, sneezing and fever before dying
Environmental Leader
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
A new program from Edison Energy and RENEW Energy Partners aims to help commercial and industrial companies reach net zero goals. The post Financial Program Helps Companies Address Carbon Reduction, Energy Efficiency Goals appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Astronomers have found 65 evenly spaced rocks orbiting a white dwarf star in its habitable zone, hinting that a planet’s gravity may be holding them there
Environmental Leader
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
A project to replace streetlights around Portland, Oregon, has been completed; it is estimated to cut carbon emissions by up to 3,500 metric tons a year. The post Oregon Department of Transportation Completes Portland LED Streetlight Project appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Insights from a synthetic fish built from plastic and gelatine and powered by human cardiac cells might one day be useful for treating heart disease
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Western PA Conservancy are pleased to announce registration is now open for the 2022 Watershed Forestry Summit , to be held virtually March 2-3! The Watershed Forestry Summit (formerly Riparian Forest Buffer Summit) is a conference for watershed forestry practitioners and stakeholders to learn all about riparian forest buffers and lawn conversion practices.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Is it possible for corporations to draw up better net-zero targets? Or should we be looking to scrap the term entirely?
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Read the full story at Facility Executive. The green building materials market is expected to skyrocket in the next five years, catalyzed by an urgent need to build structures that can respond to more intense weather patterns and offer lower carbon footprints.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
The success of gene therapy in treating a fatal form of leukaemia is cause for celebration, but we don't yet know how common such results will be
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Read the full story in the Washington Post. The U.S. Army released its first climate strategy this week, an effort to brace the service for a world beset by global-warming-driven conflicts.
National Law Center
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Cattle prices have been of significant concern and focus in recent years, and especially so during the ongoing COVID pandemic. Federal. The post The Basics of the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act of 2021 (S.B. 3229) appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Environmental News Bits
FEBRUARY 10, 2022
Read the full story from the University of California — Riverside. Black eyed peas’ ability to attract beneficial bacteria isn’t diminished by modern farming practices, new research shows. Planting it in rotation with other crops could help growers avoid the need for costly, environmentally damaging fertilizers.
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