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How Will DTE’s Long-Term Plan Impact Michigan’s Clean Energy Future?

Union of Concerned Scientists

This month, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) is holding a public hearing on DTE Energy’s plans for Michigan’s energy future. DTE’s proposal, known as an integrated resource plan, describes how the utility intends to fulfill its customers’ electricity needs over the next 20 years. These types of long-term energy plans include forecasting the amount of electricity customers will need and examining different options for supporting that need.

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INEOS to Receive LNG from Sempra’s Texas Development

Environment + Energy Leader

It is among several large supply deals as the first phase of the Port Arthur project looks to get off the ground. The post INEOS to Receive LNG from Sempra’s Texas Development appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Amid the Sprawl, a Long Island Prairie Begins a Quiet Comeback

Yale E360

Tucked into quintessential suburbia, the Hempstead Plains Preserve is bringing back the grasslands that once covered a vast area of New York’s Long Island. New research shows that such thoughtfully planted gardens can help restore natural areas and foster urban biodiversity. Read more on E360 ?.

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The Home Depot Purchases 100 MW of Energy from Texas Solar Farm

Environment + Energy Leader

The Home Depot announced that 100 MW of solar energy purchased from National Grid Renewables at its solar and storage project in Denton County, Texas. The post The Home Depot Purchases 100 MW of Energy from Texas Solar Farm appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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Why UCS Supporters Are Pressing EPA to Let California Enforce Its Truck Pollution Rules

Union of Concerned Scientists

California has a longstanding leadership role on transportation pollution, and the Clean Air Act grants the state the right to set strong vehicle emissions standards. In order to enforce those standards, the state must be granted a waiver by the Environmental Protection Agency, something which Congress makes very clear should be given under virtually all conditions.

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Rubicon Carbon Launches As An Emissions Reduction Solutions Platform

Environment + Energy Leader

TPG’s climate investing strategy and TPG’s multi-sector impact investing strategy The Rise Fund developed Rubicon to meet the growing demand for emissions reduction solutions. The post Rubicon Carbon Launches As An Emissions Reduction Solutions Platform appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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INEOS to Receive LNG from Sempra’s Texas Development

Environment + Energy Leader

It is among several large supply deals as the first phase of the Port Arthur project looks to get off the ground. The post INEOS to Receive LNG from Sempra’s Texas Development appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Alternatives to Road Salt

Academy of Natural Sciences

When cold weather arrives each year, an estimated 20 million tons of sodium chloride, or salt, is scattered on U.S. roads. When all this salt melts, it runs directly into our soil, groundwater and nearby freshwater streams and rivers, persisting in the ecosystem year after year, increasing the salination levels with every storm’s application. For native plants, birds and wildlife that live in or near these streams, it is like drinking a big glass of ocean water when you’re thirsty.

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Aqualia Employs Cority EHS System as Focus on Digital Management Grows

Environment + Energy Leader

The system will help the water management company analyze and address risk. The post Aqualia Employs Cority EHS System as Focus on Digital Management Grows appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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U.S. Embassies Face Growing Risk from Climate Change, Government Watchdog Says

Scientific American

A total of 32 U.S. embassies, including some of the most strategic, ranked in the highest category for climate disaster risk, according to a report by the Government Accountability Office.

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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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The Home Depot Purchases 100 MW of Energy from Texas Solar Farm

Environment + Energy Leader

The Home Depot announced that 100 MW of solar energy purchased from National Grid Renewables at its solar and storage project in Denton County, Texas. The post The Home Depot Purchases 100 MW of Energy from Texas Solar Farm appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Ancient megatsunami on Mars traced to the crater where it began

New Scientist

Before Mars dried up, an asteroid slammed into one of its oceans and caused a colossal megatsunami, and now researchers have found the crater where it hit

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New magnetic material can clean microplastics in an hour

Inhabitant

Microplastics have become a problem in our current world in every aspect. To deal with the menace, scientists are working around the clock to find a solution.

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Solar Leasing for Landowners

National Law Center

While not a new subject, solar leasing is a topic that will garner increased attention because of the additional funds from. The post Solar Leasing for Landowners appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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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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Why Mauna Loa and Other Hawaiian Volcanoes Are Different from Most

Scientific American

The magma that is fueling the first eruption of Hawaii’s Mauna Loa volcano in nearly 40 years is less likely to cause explosive effusions than magma at other volcanoes.

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Newly discovered dinosaur has a streamlined body like a diving bird

New Scientist

An analysis of a fossil has revealed a new species of dinosaur named Natovenator polydontus.

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Dramatic Video From Carnegie Mellon’s Project Breathe Shows Shell Ethane Plant In Beaver County Flaring Natural Gas Due To Malfunction

PA Environment Daily

A malfunction at Shell’s petrochemical plant in Beaver County once again lit the sky orange on Monday evening [November 28] in the first incident since the company announced the start of commercial operations two weeks ago, according to the Post-Gazette. Shell Polymers Monaca posted on its Facebook page that “an issue with our steam generator” prompted the company to activate its ground flare system — a series of flares encased in a metal structure that looks like a sports stadium.

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Yellowstone supervolcano contains twice as much melted rock as thought

New Scientist

There is more melted rock under Yellowstone Caldera – a volcano in Wyoming – than was previously estimated, but that doesn’t change the likelihood of an eruption

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Implementing D.E.J.I. Strategies in Energy, Environment, and Transportation

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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Farmstead modernization affects farmland birds

The Applied Ecologist

Martin Mayer and Martin Šálek take us through their latest research into how old ‘messy’ farmsteads may actually be bird hotspots and how modernization changes this. Old cow sheds are a great place for farmland birds. There are many cracks, corners and beams in these old brick buildings where birds can build their nests.

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DEP Has Ordered A ‘Top To Bottom Review’ Of How It Regulates Underground Natural Gas Storage Areas As A Result Of The Equitrans Gas Leak In Cambria County In Nov.

PA Environment Daily

On December 1, Kurt Klapkowski, Acting Deputy Secretary for Oil and Gas Management, said he has ordered a “top to bottom review” of how DEP regulates underground natural gas storage areas as a result of the leak of 1 billion cubic feet of gas from the Equitrans Rager Mountain Gas Storage Area in Cambria County November 6 to 20. He made the comments to members of DEP’s Oil and Gas Technical Advisory Board at a December 1 meeting.

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How Beavers Shaped America, from Capitalism to Climate Change

Scientific American

The sweeping influence of one weird rodent, an ecological thriller, tender essays on deep-sea creatures, and more books out this month.

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Scientists, doctors raise concerns about proposed oil sands tailings release and call for no further exposure

Enviromental Defense

40+ scientists and healthcare professionals sent an open letter to Environment and Climate Change Minister Guilbeault, urging caution. OTTAWA | TRADITIONAL, UNCEDED TERRITORY OF THE ALGONQUIN ANISHNAABEG PEOPLE – Today, scientists and doctors sent Minister Guilbeault a letter urging caution concerning the proposed release of oil sands tailings into the Athabasca River.

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Shaping a Resilient Future: Climate Impact on Vulnerable Populations

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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Everything You Need to Know About Gray Whales

Ocean Conservancy

Gray whales might not be as well known as their humpback or sperm whale cousins, but I think you’re going to fall in love with them all the same. For instance, did you know gray whales blow hearts!? They have two blow holes, and when they exhale you can see a heart spout out of the water. Gray whales also have the reputation of being the friendliest whales in the world.

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Vegan milk alternatives you might not have heard of

Inhabitant

In recent years, a flood of non-animal milk options has hit grocery store shelves.

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EPA Grants Petition By Environmental Coalition To Set New Water Quality Standards For Delaware River Estuary

PA Environment Daily

On December 1, a coalition of environmental groups announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has granted a petition to begin the process of promulgating new water quality standards under Section 303(c)(4)(B) of the federal Clean Water Act for the Delaware River estuary. This decision formally recognizes the need for greater oversight and protection of aquatic life in the Estuary, including the federally endangered and genetically unique Atlantic sturgeon population.

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Welcome to Nemo's Garden, where plants grow under the sea

Inhabitant

We’ve probably all heard of NASA’s efforts to grow vegetables in space. But some industrious gardeners are exploring an unusual solution closer to home: undersea gardening. Nemo’s Garden, an innovative project based in Noli, Italy, has grown about 600 crops from around the globe. They’ve found a way to raise everything from tobacco to mandarins.

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Sustainability at Retail

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.

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How the Moon Devastated a Mangrove Forest

Scientific American

In 2015 the moon’s wobble and an El Niño teamed up to kill off tens of millions of Australian mangroves.

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Thursday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 12.1.22

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House returns to voting session January 3 -- Committee Schedule Senate returns to session January 3 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 10:00: Agenda Posted. DEP Oil & Gas Technical Advisory Board meeting. Updates on Chapter 78 regulations, federal Abandoned Conventional Oil & Gas Well Plugging Program, more.

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Luxury homes along Florida Gulf Coast lays down green design

Inhabitant

Positioned along Florida’s Gulf Coast, Hunters Point luxury homes are setting the foundation for what sustainable construction can look like now and in the future.

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Ag and Food Law Daily Update: December 1, 2022

National Law Center

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: December 1, 2022 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Stefano Boeri Architetti designs a forest stadium in Milan

Inhabitant

n, Italy, Stefano Boeri Architetti and a team, including ARUP, Fabio Novembre and Balich Wonder Studio, have just unveiled the plans for the design of the International Forest Stadium.

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