Enviromental Defense

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE, KEEPERS OF THE WATER, ALBERTA WILDRNESS ASSOCIATION Joint statement on the appointment of Rob Morgan as CEO of the Alberta Energy Regulator Treaty 8 Territory | Alberta The appointment of Rob Morgan, former CEO of Strathcona Resources, as the new head of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER), completely undermines the credibility of Albertas regulatory body tasked with protecting our lands, waters, and communities from the harms of fossil fuel extraction.

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Yale E360

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In cars, pollution doesn't come from exhaust alone. It also comes from wear and tear on roads, tires, and brakes. According to new research, tiny bits of dust cast off by brake pads may inflict more harm than car exhaust.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The following notices were published in the February 15 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. -- The Governors Office published an updated agency-by-agency Regulatory Agenda in the February 15 PA Bulletin that lists regulations in development, an estimated schedule of consideration and opportunities for public comments.

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Nanotech

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) announced on February 11, 2025, that community and environmental groups submitted a petition under Section 21 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to prohibit the use of hydrogen fluoride in domestic oil refining to eliminate the extreme and unreasonable risks this use presents to public health and the environment.

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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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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The North Central Grassroots Conservation Fair will be held March 14 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Wellsboro Fireman's Annex, East Avenue, Wellsboro, Tioga County. The Fair is an opportunity for the public to learn about the conservation organizations in this area and all that they have accomplished in conserving and protecting the natural resources.

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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

For more than 40 years, Jonathan McDowell has tirelessly catalogued the space industry.

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Multiple-study analysis looks at why men’s emotional intimacy is much more difficult outside of romantic relationships

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Fish and Boat Commission announced a virtual public information session will be held on Tuesday, February 25, at 6:00 p.m., to discuss the new Delaware River Tailwaters Joint Trout Management Plan. The plan will guide both the PFBC and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in the agencies management of this nationally renowned wild trout fishery within the East and West branches of the Delaware River and the Delaware River from Hancock, N.Y. downriver to Callicoon, N.Y.

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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A new look at fossils from the Cambrian Period around 500 million years ago has revealed that some of the earliest animals spent time on mudflats that were sometimes exposed to the air a find that could rewrite the story of when life first left the oceans

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Environmental News Bits

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Singh, A., Prasad, S., Singh, R., Younis, K., & Yousuf, O. (2025). Revolutionizing the supply chain: Cutting-edge strategies and technologies for food waste reduction. Bioresource Technology Reports, 29, 102047. [link] Abstract Food waste has significant environmental, economic, and social impacts.

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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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Throughout Earth's history, ice caps have been very rare, but a model of the past 420 million years suggests an explanation for why they sometimes form

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Environmental News Bits

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Van Uden, M., Wamelink, H., Van Bueren, E., & Heurkens, E. (n.d.). Circular building hubs as intermediate step for the transition towards a circular economy. Construction Management and Economics, 119. [link] Abstract Despite growing government and market interest to use Circular Building Hubs for reusing construction components, few academic articles have been written about them.

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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Crops don't generally thrive in desert-like ground, but 1000 years ago farmers in Israel utilised refuse such as ash and bones to turn sand into fertile land

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Nanotech

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

ABA And B&C Announce Release Of Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship Book: Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship, edited by Lynn L. Bergeson and published by the American Bar Association (ABA), provides a road map to navigate efficiently the transformational changes in chemical product law, identifies the practical business and product stewardship implications of the new normal in product regulation, and explains the urgent need for supply chain awareness so that the

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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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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A UK start-up is producing dyes made by bacteria and yeast rather than fossil fuel-derived chemicals, which could help clothes manufacturers cut energy use and pollution

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

New research on microplastics in brains reminds us that while scientists compile safety data, our leaders should still act

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New Scientist

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Fossil teeth of extinct megalodon sharks have grooves made by other megalodon teeth, hinting at violent encounters between these giant predators

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

When men suffer social isolation, women may pay the price, too

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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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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Governors Office published an updated agency-by-agency Regulatory Agenda in the February 15 PA Bulletin that lists regulations in development, an estimated schedule of consideration and opportunities for public comments. For DEP, the Agenda includes a proposed regulation establishing an annual permit fee for shale gas wells [ Read more here ] and updated waste management regulations covering conventional oil and gas operations [ Read more here ].

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Materials scientists have found a way to perfectly cook an egg white and egg yolk simultaneously

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Department of Environmental Protection's Environmental Justice Office will hold a March 20 hearing on a new NPDES Water Quality Permit for the Westmoreland Sanitary Landfill in Rostraver Township. ( PA Bulletin, page 1543-1544 ). The discharge from the wastewater treatment plant will impact an unnamed tributary of Speers Run into the Monongahela River.

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Interrupting signals exchanged between tumors and the nervous system could become a critical pillar of cancer care

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Department of Environmental published notice in the February 15 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed Advanced Restoration Plan for impaired waters [as opposed to a TMDL Plan] in subwatersheds of the Fishing Creek Watershed in Lancaster County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1599 ) The Fishing Creek watershed is impaired for aquatic life. The impairments addressed by this document were listed as being caused by excessive siltation due to agriculture.

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The right kind of silence can be golden, revitalizing and strengthening a relationship

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

On February 12, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the PJM Interconnection, Inc.s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) proposal to fast track natural gas power plants at the exclusion of renewable and other clean energy projects, leaving them stuck in the permitting queue. In response, Carolyn Heckman, Associate Director of Pennsylvania Policy for the Evangelical Environmental Network , released the following statement-- In his recent energy address, Governor Shapiro said we want

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

It’s neither fast nor food, but a spectacular object called HH 30 looks appetizing for astronomers in a new image from the James Webb Space Telescope

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Public Utility Commission published the final Policy Statement On Electric Utility Rate Design for Electric Vehicle Charging in the February 15 PA Bulletin finalized at the Commissions December 19, 2024 meeting. The policy provides guidance to electric distribution companies (EDCs) and other interested parties on factors to be considered regarding electric utility rate design for EV charging including, but not limited to, issues related to EV-charging rate tariffs, rate design, and rate equ

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Scientific American

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Valentine’s Day often focuses on romance, but deep friendships deserve love, too. Here’s why they matter.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The PA Association of Environmental Professionals are now accepting presentation proposals for their annual conference to be held September 10-12 in State College. The deadline for submissions is April 7. They invite environmental professionals, researchers, and students to share their groundbreaking research, innovative ideas, successful projects, and valuable insights.

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Environmental News Bits

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Data Rescue Tracker is a collaborative tool built by the Data Rescue Project provides a consolidated overview of who is downloading which dataset from which government websites and allow for better coordination across initiatives.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Allegheny County Department of Sustainability is seeking qualified candidates to fill a summer sustainability intern position. The deadline to apply is March 7. This position will support a variety of sustainability efforts, including but not limited to alternative fuel infrastructure and climate action planning. The selected intern will also have the opportunity to work closely with staff on implementation of best practices related to sustainable procurement, alternative fuel fleets, waste

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Environmental News Bits

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Read the full story at Chemistry World. Improved analytical techniques mean tiny amounts of endocrine disrupting compounds or PFAS can be found in many places. But is it a problem?

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