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How not to science

Real Climate

A trip down memory lane and a lesson on scientific integrity. I had reason to be reviewing the history of MSU satellite retrievals for atmospheric temperatures recently. It’s a fascinating story of technology, creativity, hubris, error, imagination, rivalry, politics, and (for some) a search for scientific consilience – worthy of movie script perhaps?

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Green Leaders: Barron’s Unveils List of Most Sustainable Companies in the US

Environment + Energy Leader

Barron's collaborated with Calvert to compile a list of the most sustainable companies. Calvert evaluated the 1,000 largest publicly traded companies based on their market value and ranked them according to their performance in five crucial areas: shareholders, employees, customers, community, and the planet. The post Green Leaders: Barron’s Unveils List of Most Sustainable Companies in the US appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Bees follow linear landmarks to find their way home, just like the first pilots

Frontiers

By Mischa Dijkstra, Frontiers science writer Scientists have shown that honeybees retain a memory of the dominant linear landscape elements in their home area like channels, roads, and boundaries. When transported to an unfamiliar area, they seek out local elements of this kind, compare their layout to the memory, and fly along them to seek their way home.

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Do You Know These Weird Hoofed Mammals?

Cool Green Science

When it comes to large mammals, many species are relatively unknown and receive very little attention. The post Do You Know These Weird Hoofed Mammals? appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

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

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Sunday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 3.5.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session March 6, 7, 8 -- Committee Schedule -- House Budget Hearing Schedule -- March 7 Governor’s Budget Address Senate returns to voting session March 6, 7, 8 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated Senate Budget Hearing Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- 48 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students And Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA

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Heating water with computer servers could save UK homes £150 a year

New Scientist

Data centres often waste the heat generated by servers, but UK firm Heata intends to bring servers into people's homes where the waste energy can be used to heat up people's hot water for showers

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Microsoft uses ChatGPT AI to control flying drones and robot arms

New Scientist

Microsoft has used ChatGPT to create code for robotic arms and quadcopter drones from simple text commands given by humans, but experts warn that putting AI in control of such devices is a risky path

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Lehigh Valley-based Wildlands Conservancy Celebrating 50th Anniversary With Special Events -- Penn State Students: Apply Now For City Semester In Pittsburgh To Learn About Urban Sustainability [PaEN] -- Interns Wanted: Western PA Conservancy Has Short, Long Summer Internship Opportunities Available -- PA Sea Grant: Online Great Lakes Literacy Education Exploration Opportunities F

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Creature review: Human nature is key to a sci-fi ballet

New Scientist

The ballet Creature, adapted for film, worries about how we treat other primates, but its subtleties are overwhelmed by simple moralising and a metaphor that doesn’t work.

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This Week’s Examples Of Going The WRONG WAY On Environmental, Energy Issues

PA Environment Daily

Below are examples of going the WRONG WAY on environmental and energy issues from last week’s articles and NewsClips-- -- Senate Committee Meets March 8 To Consider Bill Allowing General Assembly To Kill Regulations By Doing Nothing [PaEN] -- Senate Committee Meets March 6 On Bill Prohibiting Elected Officials In Local Governments From Moving To Cleaner Energy Sources To Combat Climate Change [PaEN] -- Sen.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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

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Book review: Five Times Faster, by Simon Sharpe

A Greener Life

By Jeremy Williams Every week there are steps forward on climate change to report. There is movement. Things are happening. “The problem,” writes Simon Sharpe, “is the pace of change.” It’s all moving too slowly, bogged down in glacial decision-making processes, held back by institutional inertia and the power of vested interests. The carbon intensity of the global economy is decreasing at 1.5% a year, and the science tells us it needs to be 8% a year.

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DEP Invites Comments On Total Maximum Daily Load Watershed Plans In Adams, Centre, Dauphin, Union Counties

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection published notices in the March 4 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed Total Maximum Daily Loads Water Quality Plans for-- -- South Branch Conewago Creek Watershed in Adams County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1242 ) -- Upper Cedar Run Watershed in Centre County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1243 ) -- Shippens Run in Dauphin County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1245 ) -- Little Buffalo Creek Watershed in Union County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1242 ) -- Winfield Creek Watershed i

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Biden Veto of Repudiation of ESG Worker Savings Rule a Positive for ESG

Greenbuilding Law

Last week Congress voted to approve House Joint Resolution 30 seeking to nullify the Department of Labor “ESG Rule” concerning fiduciary duties with respect to employee benefit plans. Under that final rule , issued on December 1, 2022, retirement plan fiduciaries may expressly consider environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, including climate change, when making investment decisions and when exercising shareholder rights, including voting on shareholder resolutions and board nominat

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Brodhead Chapter Trout Unlimited Hosting March 11 Conservation Advocacy 101 Workshop In Monroe County

PA Environment Daily

Interested in being a more effective advocate on issues that affect the places you love to live, fish, explore, and enjoy? The Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited is hosting professional advocacy staff from Trout Unlimited and other organizations on Saturday, March 11 for an introduction to grassroot tactics and tools you can use to conserve and protect your favorite outdoor pursuits in Pennsylvania and beyond.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

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.

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48 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 48 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- Senate Committee Votes 9-1 To Issue A Subpoena To Compel CEO Of Norfolk Southern To Appear At March 8 Hearing On Train Derailment; 2nd Subpoena Expected Next Week For Documents [PaEN] -- Pennsylvani

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Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- Gov. Shapiro -- AP: Shapiro Will Pitch First Budget As Governor Tuesday - What To Watch For -- TribLive: Shapiro Hints At Budget Priorities For Pittsburgh Region In Visit -- AP: Shapiro To Aim Tax Break At Police Officers, Teachers, Nurses In New Budget -- PA Capital-Star: PA Lt. Gov.

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