Legal Planet
JULY 3, 2023
What is the “pursuit of happiness,” which the Declaration of Independence says is an inalienable right? It sounds like this is about freedom from governmental restrictions on your activities. So, in modern terms, it seemed to mean that the government can’t stop you from “doing your own thing.” But that can’t be right. The Declaration says we have an inalienable right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Environmental Progress
JULY 3, 2023
Transport trucks transfer raw coal in pits as deep as 200 meters at the East Junggar Basin on July 4, 2018 in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous of China. The East Junggar Basin as one of the largest coalfield in Xinjiang has predicted coal reserves of 390 billion tons. (Photo by Liu Xin/China News Service/Visual China Group via Getty Images) By C.
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Scientific American
JULY 3, 2023
Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.
Cool Green Science
JULY 3, 2023
We have your summer reading list sorted with these 6 great reads on birding, fishing, bats, national parks and more. The post 6 Great Reads on Birding, Fishing, Parks + More appeared first on Cool Green Science.
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.
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2023
A genetic analysis of thousands of Atlantic cod has revealed they all belong to one of five distinctive groups, suggesting they aren't interbreeding and belong to different species
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
With electric vehicles (EVs) a fast-growing part of everyday transportation around the world, I wanted to share my personal experiences and opinions on driving a Chevy Bolt EV over 32,000 miles during the past 4 years, mostly in western Pennsylvania. Yesterday [July 1], GM sent their monthly report on our 2019 Chevy Bolt, so let’s begin with their numbers, followed by my personal interpretations.
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PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
On July 3, the PA Resources Council announced the July schedule for the Traveling Glass Recycling Bin that provides free recycling service that rotates through a variety of locations in western Pennsylvania. This innovative program provides residents with a higher quality glass recycling option than typical curbside programs, ensuring that glass deposited into the bin meets the highest standards and can be fully recycled.
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2023
The International Atomic Energy Agency is expected this week to approve Japan's plan to release radioactive water from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
The June edition of The Catalyst newsletter from the Butler County-based Slippery Rock Watershed Coalition features articles on summertime fun at Jennings Environmental Center and an overview of the 40th American Society of Reclamation Sciences in Idaho. Inspiration In Idaho The 40th annual meeting of the American Society of Reclamation Sciences (ASRS) was held from June 4 – 7 in Boise, Idaho, and attended by several members of the SRWC.
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2023
A phenomenon called cosmological time dilation means that events taking place in the early universe seem to evolve slower than those today
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.
Scientific American
JULY 3, 2023
Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.
Earth 911
JULY 3, 2023
According to the World Economic Forum, between 75 and 199 million tons of plastic waste. The post Earth911 Podcast: Vanessa Coleman on Oceanworks’ Guaranteed Recycled Plastic appeared first on Earth911.
Nanotech
JULY 3, 2023
The European Commission’s (EC) Scientific Committee on Health, Environmental and Emerging Risks (SCHEER) announced the release of its final opinion on the safety of titanium dioxide in toys on June 27, 2023. Following the mandate from the EC, the scientific opinion evaluates whether the uses of pigmentary titanium dioxide in toys and toy materials can be considered to be safe in light of the exposure identified and in light of the classification of titanium dioxide as carcinogenic category 2 aft
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
The Pike and Wayne Conservation Districts will host a Homeowners Resource Fair July 21 at the Wallenpaupack Environmental Center at 126 Lamberton Lane, Hawley, Pike County from Noon to 4:00 p.m. The Fair is an opportunity for new (or old!) homeowners in the area to meet local organizations, learn about environmental resources and get answers to questions like-- -- How can I get my well water tested?
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.
Law Columbia
JULY 3, 2023
On June 7, 2023, the Swiss Fairness Commission ( Commission Suisse pour la Loyauté ), a non-judicial body competent to receive complaints alleging violations of fairness in commercial communication, found that the International Association Football Federation (FIFA) engaged in misleading and unfair advertising of the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The Commission made its determination after examining five complaints from non-governmental organizations (NGOs) based in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Swi
New Scientist
JULY 3, 2023
A compound called “klotho”, claimed to be an anti-ageing hormone, improved cognitive function in ageing macaques16
E2 Law Blog
JULY 3, 2023
Thirty attorneys in 13 U.S. and Latin America offices from the Environmental Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2023 Guide and The Legal 500 Latin America 2023 Guide. David B. Weinstein was recognized in the U.S. Guide as a “Leading Lawyer” for Dispute Resolution > Product Liability, Mass Tort, and Class Action – Defense: Toxic Tort; Troy A.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
On July 3, the PJM Interconnection issued a Hot Weather Alert for July 5 for its entire footprint in anticipation of 90-degree temperatures. A Hot Weather Alert helps to prepare transmission and generation personnel and facilities for extreme heat and/or humidity that may cause capacity problems on the grid. Temperatures are expected to go above 90 degrees across the footprint, which drives up the demand for electricity.
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New Scientist
JULY 3, 2023
It can take nearly two decades to update practices in healthcare.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
By Julian Burnett, PosiGen Solar & Energy Efficiency “It is I who made the earth and created man upon it” Isaiah 45:12 You, yes you, are special! God allows us to expand our understanding of His work through science and innovation. Earth is the only known planet that is truly a Garden of Eden; everything we need to live and thrive. Think about a 5 gallon bucket of sand and then imagine one grain of sand can sustain human life.
Brag
JULY 3, 2023
By Lynn L. Bergeson and Carla N. Hutton On June 27, 2023, the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) announced the release of a new action plan intended to “rapidly and equitably expand biotechnology and biomanufacturing education and job training programs in the United States.” According to OSTP, biomanufacturing “is a critical aspect of advanced manufacturing that can drive new, sustainable alternatives across industries” and “can unlock new solutions in h
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
By Lisa DePaoli, Center for Coalfield Justice Time and time again, EQT [natural gas drilling company] shows that they don’t care about the communities they operate in. Since the corporation’s pollution incident last year [in New Freeport, Greene County], an entire community’s water supply has been at risk of being unusable due to exposure to harmful chemicals.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
The July 3 PA Environment Digest is now available. Click Here To View Or Print The Entire July 3 PA Environment Digest 95 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA Weekly List Of PA Environment & Energy Articles & NewsClips By Topic Senate Overwhelmingly Confirms Richard Negrin As Secretary Of DEP House Democratic Leadership Blocks Environmental Committee Action On Bills Increasing Safety Zones Around Natural Gas Facilities, Cryptocurrency Permit Moratorium Pen
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
Are You Telling Your Story? House next voting session day ??? -- Committee Schedule Senate adjourned until September 18 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- July 3 PA Environment Digest Now Available [PaEN] -- 95 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- 7.3.23 - PA Environment Digest - All Articles & NewsClips From This Issue By Topic [PaEN] -- Top 10 St
PA Environment Daily
JULY 3, 2023
On June 30, Senate Republicans and one Democrat passed a $45.5 billion state General Fund budget they said represented an agreement with Gov. Josh Shapiro and sent it to the House controlled by the Democrats [ House Bill 611 (Harris-D-Philadelphia)]. Then the Senate adjourned until September 18. House Democrats opposed provisions in the agreement that included a $150 million increase to cover business tax credits for private school tuition for low-income students and new $100 million “Lifeline S
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