Environment + Energy Leader
AUGUST 1, 2022
Unilever announced the global launch of its most sustainable laundry capsule yet, the fastest growing detergent format in many parts of the world. . The post Unilever Launches Energy-Saving Laundry Capsule appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Circle of Blue
AUGUST 1, 2022
The Rundown. The EPA will fund research into drinking water contamination following fireworks shows. S. and Canadian governments assess the state of the Great Lakes. The GAO assesses technologies for detecting and treating PFAS chemicals. The Senate passes water infrastructure legislation. The Bureau of Reclamation releases a draft environmental impact statement for the White Mountain Apache Tribe water system.
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Environment + Energy Leader
AUGUST 1, 2022
Dasani is rolling out bottles made from 100% recycled PET plastic (excluding caps and labels), and Sprite is transitioning from green to clear plastic to increase the material’s likelihood of being remade into new beverage bottles. The post Dasani Launches Bottles Made from 100% PET appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
Yale E360
AUGUST 1, 2022
The plastics had only been submerged in the ocean off Falmouth, England for a week, but in that time a thin layer of biofilm, a slimy mix of mucus and microbes, had already developed on their surfaces. Michiel Vos, a microbiologist at the University of Exeter in England, had sunk five different types of plastic as a test. He and his colleagues wanted to know which of the myriad microbes living in the ocean would glom on to these introduced materials.
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
AUGUST 1, 2022
The technology will help reduce emissions from heavy industries in the Midwestern United States. The post Chart, Wolf Carbon Solutions Develop Carbon Capture System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
AUGUST 1, 2022
Only 7 of 24 of biodiversity indicators will be published this year, and many of those being omitted show a deterioriating natural environment
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Real Climate
AUGUST 1, 2022
This month’s open thread on climate-related topics. Please be substantive, one comment per person per day, no bickering. The post Unforced variations: Aug 2022 first appeared on RealClimate.
Inside Climate News
AUGUST 1, 2022
A new paper discusses ‘climate end games’ as the planet approaches environmental tipping points that could exacerbate other global crises like pandemics and war. By Bob Berwyn As global greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, some climate scientists say it’s time to start paying more attention to the most extreme, worst-case outcomes, including the potential for widespread extinctions, mass climate migration and the disintegration of social and political systems.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
By Wendy Seifert, Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward, York County Since colonization, Americans have been importing plants from Europe and Asia. In addition, throughout the 1900s, the turf grass lawn was marketed heavily and accepted as a status symbol and then ordinary. Today when you go to most garden centers, the majority of plants, trees, and shrubs you see aren’t native to the United States, and mowing equipment is prominently displayed.
Ocean Conservancy
AUGUST 1, 2022
Pufferfish , also known as blowfish or balloonfish, are likely among the most recognizable fish in the sea. The pufferfish’s iconic ability to “puff up” in defense against predators is a widely known fact, but did you know there is more to this unique fish? How much do you really know about these curious creatures? Let’s dive in and find out! Pufferfish are primarily found in tropical and subtropical waters (with a few being found in freshwater and even brackish environments ).
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.
Inside Climate News
AUGUST 1, 2022
Despite the risks of building on barrier islands, developers kept constructing homes on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Now, as sea level rises and storms become more frequent and powerful, the famed vacation spot is fighting an increasingly difficult battle to keep from washing away. By Gilbert M. Gaul This article was originally published by Yale Environment 360.
A Greener Life
AUGUST 1, 2022
A crude oil pump jack and flare burning excess gas at a drill pad in the Permian Basin in Loving County, Texas. Photo credit: Reuters / Angus Mordant. By Anders Lorenzen. As consumers continue to pay a premium for energy, the oil and gas industry is reaping ever higher profits. The world’s largest oil and gas companies have recorded yet another record-breaking set of profits.
Cool Green Science
AUGUST 1, 2022
Six books about fish, fishing and fish conservation for your summertime reading. The post Cool Green Book Review: Fish Edition appeared first on Cool Green Science.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at Travel Pulse. American Airlines became the first airline to take delivery of a Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation or CORSIA-certified batch of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) this week.
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.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
The Audubon Society of Western PA is offering 50-70 percent off a special pollinator seed mix for Monarchs, bumblebees, and other native pollinators on agricultural land in Pennsylvania through 2022 or until funds run out. ASWP, in partnership with Ernst Conservation Seeds , developed a custom native seed mix to support Monarch butterflies, bumblebees, and other imperiled pollinators This project will benefit both pollinators and farmers.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at Food Business News. The US Department of Agriculture’s organic seal remains prominent on many product labels, and increasingly, it is gaining company. Other certifications and sustainable promotions are emerging, gaining in sales and becoming familiar to more consumers.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
The August newsletter from the Pike County Conservation District includes articles on riparian buffers and climate change and forests as part of the District's Forestry month education initiative. Riparian Buffer Basics Riparian buffer is the term for an area of vegetation that grows along a waterway to help prevent substances from reaching the water.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at Triple Pundit. At first look, the ongoing surge in apparel thrifting and online resale appears to be a resounding win for the environment. With fewer barely-worn garments ending up in landfills, a lower overall carbon footprint and reduced water and fertilizer consumption, how could it not be? Of course, while all of those benefits … Continue reading Gen Z and Millennial fashionistas grapple with secondhand fashion over conflicting values.
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Nanotech
AUGUST 1, 2022
On July 29, 2022, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) published a Technical Report: Occupational Exposure Sampling for Engineered Nanomaterials. Since 2010, NIOSH has developed guidance for workplace sampling for three engineered nanomaterials: carbon nanotubes (CNT) and nanofiber (CNF) , silver , and titanium dioxide , each of which has an elemental mass-based NIOSH recommended exposure limit (REL).
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. A groundbreaking new study comprehensively accounts for the hydrological impact of lithium mining. Since lithium is the key component of the lithium-ion batteries that are crucial for the transition away from fossil fuels and towards green energy, it is critical to fully understand how to … Continue reading How environmentally responsible is lithium brine mining?
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
By Dick Thorr, President, Northwest Pennsylvania Woodland Association This article first appeared in the Summer 2022 Foundation for Sustainable Forests newsletter -- The Foundation for Sustainable Forests is saddened by the loss of Tom Erdman. Tom passed away unexpectedly on June 6, 2022. Tom worked for the PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry for 38 years, retiring from the position as Erie County Service Forester in 2016.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story from Recharge. Developer Rise’s scheme to transform New York City’s oil-and-gas-fired Ravenswood plant into a renewables hub seen as ‘transformative’ step in meeting state goal of 70% renewables by 2030.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
On August 1, four state agencies and Keep PA Beautiful announced the launch of the statewide anti-litter campaign, “ PA Fights Dirty: Every Litter Bit Matters.” A litter-prevention campaign was among many state and local government, stakeholder, business, and legislative recommendations in the Commonwealth’s first-ever Litter Action Plan released last year.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at The Hill. Mattel on Tuesday announced that the Barbie brand will be releasing a Jane Goodall doll made of recycled plastic to recognize the renowned anthropologist. The new product, part of Barbie’s “Inspiring Women” series, is available at retailers immediately and coincides with the 62-year anniversary of Goodall’s famed first visit to … Continue reading Barbie releasing Jane Goodall doll made of recycled plastic.
E2 Law Blog
AUGUST 1, 2022
“ When you engage in actual fighting, if victory is long in coming, then men’s weapons will grow dull and their ardor will be damped.”. Sun Tzu, Art of War, II.2. Florida’s summary judgment standard has long frustrated attempts to achieve an early and appropriate resolution to litigation. The Florida Supreme Court, however, has recently addressed this issue by amending Florida’s summary judgment standard in May 2021.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at Biocycle. Brewer’s yeast used to make beer is typically discarded once it’s no longer needed. The yeast, known as Saccharomyces cerevisiae, absorb humolones, lupolones and other compounds from hops that contribute to beer’s flavor and aroma. Humolones and lupolones are both biologically active molecules that inhibit certain bacteria and other microbes, including … Continue reading Methane prevention potential of leftover brewer’s yeast.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
On August 1, the 2022 National Conservation Foundation-Envirothon , an international environmental and natural resources education competition for high school students, announced Pennsylvania's Penncrest High School Team from Delaware County placed 10th in the international competition. Forty teams from across the U.S. and Canada traveled to this year’s competition, from July 24-29, hosted in partnership with the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, at Miami University in Ox
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Researchers have developed a biodegradable system based on silk to replace microplastics added to agricultural products, paints, and cosmetics.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
By Bennett Gould, Foundation for Sustainable Forests This article first appeared in the Summer 2022 Foundation for Sustainable Forests newsletter -- Craig and Monica Schwegman’s love of forests began by chance on a Sunday drive in 2013. The couple departed from their downtown Erie home, with its postage stamp yard and no trees of its own, to explore the region and take in the sights.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story at Resource Recycling. There seems to be disagreement in the industry – and confusion for the public – on whether or not recycling is “broken.” But regardless of the word we use to describe it, most recycling professionals would agree that there’s plenty of opportunity to improve the supply chain, starting … Continue reading In My Opinion: Unpacking the elements of effective EPR.
Acoel
AUGUST 1, 2022
Posted on August 1, 2022 by Jennifer Nijman. We’ve all read about the recent reinstatement of the taxes that fund the Comprehensive Environment Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The new taxes are hitting the books as of July 1, 2022. Briefly, in addition to requiring responsible parties (PRPs) to either perform clean-up activities or reimburse the government for EPA led clean-up work, CERCLA originally created the Superfund Trust.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 1, 2022
Read the full story from the University of Nebraska. Weather and climate can contribute to civil unrest, especially in countries with little to no social safety nets, where people depend on subsistence farming to feed themselves and their families. The question is, can civil unrest be predicted along with the weather?
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 1, 2022
The latest newsletter from the Sustainable Community Development Network of Southwestern PA includes features on-- -- Visit new Sustainable PA website to help municipalities statewide move to the next level of sustainability and gain national recognition. -- September 2 Deadline To Apply For PA Solar Center G.E.T. Solar Program : To help communities identify the solar feasibility of municipal, commercial, and nonprofit properties in their communities and then engaging those property owners to go
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