The Applied Ecologist
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Union of Concerned Scientists
APRIL 19, 2023
In late April, California air regulators are poised to pass one of the most meaningful regulations to reduce pollution from commercial trucks, vans, and buses. The Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule, which I’ve blogged about in detail before, will phase out fossil-fueled trucks over the next several decades. This rule expands the benefits of the landmark Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) rule , which compelled manufacturers to sell an increasing number of zero-emission trucks, by requiring that nearly a
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Legal Planet
APRIL 19, 2023
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
Union of Concerned Scientists
APRIL 19, 2023
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
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.
Yale E360
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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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Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
SumUp, a leading global financial technology firm is taking further steps toward promoting sustainability by unveiling a series of programs aimed at tackling social and environmental concerns. Supporting over 4 million merchants across 30+ global markets with customized business tools designed for micro and nano businesses. With a strong global. Read more » The post Promoting Education & Empowering People: SumUp’s Commitment to Sustainability appeared first on Environment + Energy Lea
New Scientist
APRIL 19, 2023
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
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Scientific American
APRIL 19, 2023
Researchers close in on a taxonomic home for one of paleontology’s weirdest wonders, the Tully Monster
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Frontiers
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
“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.
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
NRDC
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
A Greener Life
APRIL 19, 2023
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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PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
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
Inside Climate News
APRIL 19, 2023
Last summer’s heat waves killed 15,000 people, and the odds for even hotter years keep rising. By Bob Berwyn For Chloe Brimicombe , a climate researcher at the University of Graz in Austria, the heat and drought statistics in today’s new European State of the Climate Report for 2022 evoked grim memories of the deadly heat waves last summer in Reading, her hometown in the United Kingdom, where people died from heat exposure while waiting for help.
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
On April 19, the Brandywine Conservancy is excited to launch a new Climate Resiliency Initiative to help local municipalities and landowners proactively address climate change in their communities. Built on over 56 years of experience, this Initiative formalizes the organization’s ongoing internal and external efforts to improve environmental sustainability and brings cross-departmental expertise-- through technical assistance, funding, education, planning and project implementation-- directly t
New Scientist
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
The House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee is scheduled to hold a hearing April 24 on Pennsylvania's newly expanded abandoned conventional oil and gas well plugging program and on updating conventional oil and gas well bonding requirements. These individuals are tentatively scheduled to provide comments-- -- David Hess, Former Secretary of DEP -- Kelsey Krepps, Sierra Club -- Kurt Klapkowski, Acting DEP Deputy for Oil & Gas Management -- Arthur Stewart, Cameron Energy -- Adam Pel
Scientific American
APRIL 19, 2023
For centuries, scientific discoveries have suggested humanity occupies no privileged place in the universe.
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
The latest Environmental Education newsletter from DEP announced the winners of the PA Association of Environmental Educators recently recognized two organizations with Pennsylvania Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE) Awards. MWEE School of Excellence Award -- Hambright Elementary School, Penn Manor School District, Millersville, Lancaster County: In 2021, Penn Manor teachers Katie Harnish and Brad Showalter implemented the first Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience (MWEE)
Scientific American
APRIL 19, 2023
The Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) and Europa Clipper will search for signs of habitability on three of Jupiter's potentially ocean-bearing moons
PA Environment Daily
APRIL 19, 2023
The PA Master Naturalist Program is now accepting applications for fall volunteer training. The deadline to apply is May 29. Volunteer training courses are planned for Armstrong, Centre/N. Huntingdon, Chester (Southern), Delaware, Lehigh, and Westmoreland Counties. Adults who want to learn about nature, enjoy the outdoors, and want to be a part of natural resource protection are perfect candidates to become Pennsylvania Master Naturalist volunteers.
New Scientist
APRIL 19, 2023
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
Earth 911
APRIL 19, 2023
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.
New Scientist
APRIL 19, 2023
Following claims that an AI has shown "sparks of artificial general intelligence", what are we to make of the hype surrounding this technology?
Scientific American
APRIL 19, 2023
Iceberg B-22A, which first broke off from Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier in 2002, is finally moving away from the South Pole after being freed from its seafloor tether
New Scientist
APRIL 19, 2023
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
Earth 911
APRIL 19, 2023
Transportation in the modern world needs to make more sense. We pay tens of thousands. The post Earth911 Podcast: Upshift’s Ezra Goldman on the Future of Shared Transportation appeared first on Earth911.
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