Wed.Apr 19, 2023

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Mahmood Soofi: Quantifying the relationship between prey density, livestock and illegal killing of leopards

The Applied Ecologist

Shortlisted for the Southwood Prize 2022 Mahmood Soofi talks us through his research project which saw him and colleagues use ranger-collected data on illegal leopard killings in Iran and an N-mixture model to quantify relationships between livestock, prey density and illegal killing.

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Western Grid Regionalization Is Back on the Drawing Board. Why Now?

Union of Concerned Scientists

I don’t think this will be news to anyone, but kind of a lot has happened over the past five years. This is especially true of my all-time favorite topic: California’s power grid. Think all the way back to spring 2018, a time before PG&E infrastructure sparked some of California’s deadliest and most destructive wildfires; before PG&E intentionally shut off power to millions of customers to prevent utility-caused wildfires; before an August heatwave led to the first rotating blackouts in

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The Impacts of Explicitly Racist Land Use Practices Persist in California Communities. Is It Time for State Intervention?

Legal Planet

The Frank G. Wells Environmental Law Clinic and the Leadership Counsel for Justice and Accountability have released a new report, Concentrated Overburden , that explores the connection between California’s history of racialized land use practices and environmental injustice throughout the state. The report provides recommendations for actions by the California Legislature to soften the impacts of past discrimination in how––and under what circumstances––local governments permit polluting land us

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Pristine Deep-Sea Reef Discovered in the Galápagos

Yale E360

In Ecuador's Galápagos Islands, where ocean warming has decimated shallow-water reefs, scientists have discovered a healthy, sprawling coral reef hidden deep under the sea.

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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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G7 Moving Towards Renewable Energy and Zero Carbon

Environment + Energy Leader

Together, the leaders stressed the urgency of reducing carbon emissions. Likewise, they also discussed the importance of critical minerals, ones often used in high-tech products, as needing to adopt ethical and environmental standards. The post G7 Moving Towards Renewable Energy and Zero Carbon appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Was the Tully Monster a Fish, a Worm, a Giant Slug with Fangs?

Scientific American

Researchers close in on a taxonomic home for one of paleontology’s weirdest wonders, the Tully Monster

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How Far Should We Take Our Cosmic Humility?

Scientific American

For centuries, scientific discoveries have suggested humanity occupies no privileged place in the universe.

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Origin Materials and SCGP Announce Strategic Partnership in Innovation and Sustainability

Environment + Energy Leader

The partnership between Origin and SCGP would leverage technology that can strengthen SCGP’s supply chain and its innovative capacity. The post Origin Materials and SCGP Announce Strategic Partnership in Innovation and Sustainability appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Statement on the Government of Alberta’s New Emissions Reduction and Energy Development Plan

Enviromental Defense

Statement from Julia Levin, Associate Director, National Climate Ottawa | Traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg People – The Government of Alberta’s new Emissions Reduction and Energy Development Plan is not a credible climate strategy. The province is still failing to do its fair share to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and continues to rely on unproven and speculative technology to reduce the province’s emissions, instead of what is proven and available now.

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The Ammonium-ion Battery: A Safer and Environmentally-friendly Alternative to Lithium Batteries.

Environment + Energy Leader

Wang's research group is working on a non-metal battery with a water-based electrolyte that is safer than the organic electrolyte used in lithium batteries. The post The Ammonium-ion Battery: A Safer and Environmentally-friendly Alternative to Lithium Batteries. appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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A Mission to Jupiter's Strange Moons Is Finally On its Way

Scientific American

The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) and Europa Clipper will search for signs of habitability on three of Jupiter's potentially ocean-bearing moons

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Motus Power & Turntide Help Macerich Cut Energy Consumption by 56% in Pilot Program

Environment + Energy Leader

Macerich Company, a leading operator and developer of retail and mixed-use properties, is partnering with Motus Power and Turntide Technologies to help reduce energy consumption and decarbonize its 23 mall locations across the US. The partnership is aimed at achieving Macerich’s goal of carbon neutrality by 2030. Motus Power, a. Read more » The post Motus Power & Turntide Help Macerich Cut Energy Consumption by 56% in Pilot Program appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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The Seaweed Revolution review: How to save the world with seaweed

New Scientist

Marine algae could replace plastic, massively cut our carbon emissions and help feed billions of people healthily, according to an excellent new book by Vincent Doumeizel

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Atamai Freight Solution to Receive $8.7M from the UK Government

Environment + Energy Leader

With support from the FIF, Entopy and Fujitsu will explore how Atamai Freight can be expanded to include other modes of transport The post Atamai Freight Solution to Receive $8.7M from the UK Government appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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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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Natural Lands Adds 373 Acres To Bear Creek Preserve In Luzerne County

PA Environment Daily

On April 19, the Natural Lands announced the addition of 373 acres to its Bear Creek Preserve in Luzerne County bringing the preserve size to 3,938. The land will be available to visitors—free of charge, year-round—and will never be developed. “The acquisition of this 373-acre parcel closes the last gap in a conservation corridor of protected lands including state parks, forests, and Game Lands that spans more than 150,000 acres,” said Natural Lands President Oliver Bass.

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Audacious Project Awards $1B to 2023 Cohort Grantees

Environment + Energy Leader

Upon being selected, the Audacious Project helps grantees develop bold solutions to the pressing challenges across the globe. The post Audacious Project Awards $1B to 2023 Cohort Grantees appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Earth911 Introduces the eWaste for Trees Technology Refurbishment Program

Earth 911

With technology use advancing worldwide, electronic waste (e-waste) is a growing problem worldwide. According to. The post Earth911 Introduces the eWaste for Trees Technology Refurbishment Program appeared first on Earth911.

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Wednesday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 4.19.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule Senate holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 9:00: Agenda Posted. DEP Statewide Water Resources [Water Plan] Advisory Committee meeting. Delaware Room, 16th Floor Rachel Carson Building. Visit the Committee webpage for remote attendance options.

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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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Extreme Views Are More Attractive Than Moderate Ones

Scientific American

New research shows that people are drawn to others with more extreme versions of their own political views

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Updated brain map reveals how we control the movement of our bodies

New Scientist

Since the 1930s, the so-called homunculus map has shown how different parts of the brain's motor cortex may control movement to different parts of the body.

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Restoring Asia’s Roar: Our plan to see tigers flourish again in historic locations

Frontiers

By Dr Thomas Gray, WWF Tigers Alive Initiative Image: Shutterstock.com Dr Thomas Gray is a conservation biologist and Tiger Recovery Lead at the WWF Tigers Alive Initiative. His current research focuses on the active recovery of threatened Asian species and sustainable financing for landscape-scale conservation. In this newest guest editorial, he explains how habitats from which tigers have been lost could be restored and how this may help biodiversity and landscape restoration at large.

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Distant world breaks record for heaviest element on an exoplanet

New Scientist

The element samarium has been spotted in the atmosphere of a planet called MASCARA-4b, breaking the record for heaviest element ever detected in a world beyond our solar system

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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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Intense, Bright White Light From The Shell Plastics Plant Turns Night Into Day For Many Neighbors Of The Beaver County Plant

PA Environment Daily

“There's been no night here for over seven years. Some nights I put a pillow over my head so the room is dark enough. Some nights you could read a newspaper in my living room. There's so much light scatter. “I just don't understand why the whole place has to be so blindingly bright. When it snows, the light scatter is appalling. “That's what bothers me most of all,” said one neighbor of the Shell Plastics Plant in Potter Township, Beaver County.

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Songbirds sing out of tune if they don't practise every day

New Scientist

If zebra finches are prevented from singing for two weeks, they sing at a lower pitch – but they soon recover once they resume daily practice

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Goodbye Verner, Fearless Fighter Against the Pebble Mine

NRDC

Bristol Bay tribal and environmental leader Verner Wilson III personified the next generation of committed opposition in decades-long battle against destructive Bristol Bay mining scheme.

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Why do some AI researchers dismiss the potential risks to humanity?

New Scientist

Existential risk from AI is admittedly more speculative than pressing concerns such as its bias, but the basic solution is the same.

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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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Analysis: What is carbon-neutral milk?

A Greener Life

Photo credit: Sentient Media. By Claire Hemlett An increasing number of food brands are turning to climate labels to boost sales. In the face of research that meat and milk are high in greenhouse gas emissions , companies are angling for new ways to reach eco-conscious consumers. A new report from the Changing Markets Foundation found 53 instances of greenwashing — including carbon-neutral milk and beef.

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How smart is ChatGPT really – and how do we judge intelligence in AIs?

New Scientist

Following claims that an AI has shown "sparks of artificial general intelligence", what are we to make of the hype surrounding this technology?

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PA Supreme Court Upholds DEP’s Authority To Protect Public Resources, Playgrounds From Adverse Impacts Of Shale Gas Well Operations; Do Not Mistake This Win For Adequate Protection

PA Environment Daily

On April 19, the PA Supreme Court issued a ruling overturning a Commonwealth Court decision that blocked the ability of the Department of Environmental Protection to protect public resources and playgrounds from the adverse impacts of unconventional shale gas well operations. The Marcellus Shale Coalition challenged DEP’s 2016 regulations setting environmental and safety standards for unconventional shale gas drilling saying the Oil and Gas Act (Act 13) did not authorize DEP to further define pu

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Starship launch livestream: Watch as SpaceX begins second attempt

New Scientist

SpaceX’s powerful Starship rocket is due to make another launch attempt on 20 April after the first attempt was cancelled – watch the launch live here

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Finding the Elusive White-Tipped Sicklebill

PBS Nature

The post Finding the Elusive White-Tipped Sicklebill appeared first on Nature.

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