Real Climate
JANUARY 5, 2024
For the last few years ( since at least 2016 ), I’ve shared predictions for the next annual global mean surface air temperature (GMSAT) anomaly based on the long term trend and the state of ENSO at the start of the year. Generally speaking, this has been quite skillful compared to persistence or just the long term trend alone – the eventual anomaly was consistently within the predicted bounds.
Yale E360
JANUARY 5, 2024
A sprawling analysis of ocean traffic reveals that 75 percent of industrial fishing vessels are not publicly tracked, with the bulk of untracked fishing taking place in Southeast Asia.
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Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Navajo Nation has called for a delay in launching the commercial lander Peregrine, which is set to carry human remains on a private mission to the moon
New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
Military veterans with traumatic brain injury saw drastic reductions in depression and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder after using the psychedelic drug ibogaine
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.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
The overuse of dangerous pesticides in Brazil threatens public health and serves as a warning to the rest of the world about the dangers of science denial
New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
An artificial intelligence model has unpicked some of the linguistic influences behind England's place names, which could help us to understand their meaning
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Ocean Conservancy
JANUARY 5, 2024
Under the wet sand along beautiful shorelines, just beneath our feet during beach strolls, there lies an entire ecosystem. The mole crab (also known as a sand crab or sand flea) is a small but mighty sea creature that lives just below the surface of the sand. When thinking of a sand flea, the first thought that comes to mind is probably not pleasant.
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the January 6 PA Bulletin announcing it has disapproved an Act 2 Land Recycling Risk Assessment December 21 on remediation of soil and groundwater contamination at the American Refining Group, Inc. Refinery in the City of Bradford, McKean County. ( PA Bulletin, page 54 ) DEP said the report did not demonstrate attainment of the Site-Specific Act 2 Land Recycling Standard, one of three cleanup standards in the Land Recycling Program.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
A new book explores the science of trash talk—and why some people are more immune to it than others
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
On January 5, the Department of Environmental Protection announced over $12 million in Growing Greener Plus Grants to support local watershed restoration projects, reclaim abandoned mines, reduce flooding, nutrient and sediment pollution. Funding for the projects comes from-- -- State Environmental Stewardship Fund for Growing Greener Plus Grants; -- Penalties paid to the Office of Attorney General from Mariner East Pipeline operator Energy Transfer Marketing & Terminals, L.P. for environmen
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.
Inside Climate News
JANUARY 5, 2024
As temperatures rise in the state, so are prices for water and feed. One pioneering goat lady is eyeing new pastures. By Emma Peterson PHOENIX — Inside the show barn at the Arizona State Fair, there’s a bit of a traffic jam. Trucks pulling trailers containing goats, many of which are pregnant, line up to claim the corral their animals will sleep in for the next few nights.
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The January 5 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- In Memoriam: Bruce Heggenstaller, Former Chair Of PPFF Board -- 2024 Is A Leap Year, Are You Ready To #Leapin ? -- Virtual Book Club: Knowing Nature In Northern Appalachia, Ben Moyer -- Help Wanted: PPFF Looking To Fill 3 Part-Time AmeriCorps Positions Click Here to read the entire Take Five.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
Obstetric fistula is almost entirely preventable, yet flourishes in places where health care is inaccessible for too many women
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The PA Emergency Management Agency published guidelines to apply for State Disaster Recovery Assistance for homeowners and renters when other federal, state, local, nongovernmental or private aid is not available to assist victims of disasters. ( formal notice ) DRAP is a State grant program that may offer relief to eligible homeowners and renters in this Commonwealth who have suffered certain losses due to a disaster and do not qualify for a Small Business Administration disaster loan or have i
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.
New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
An artificial skin that delivers a waterproof sense of touch could speed up underwater robotic exploration and ocean clean-up operations while reducing harm to marine life
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Wildlife Management Area Visitors Center in Lebanon County will reopen for visitors January 16 and the annual migration of snow geese, tundra swans and Canada Geese may begin about the same time. Spring Migration The first migration report by the Game Commission in 2023 was on January 31, when they reported 79,000 snow geese, 1,950 tundra swans and 2,250 Canada geese Click Here to watch the live stream of the lake at Middle Creek so you can keep track. 2024 Events The Game Commission just re
New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
The United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan rocket is scheduled to launch for the first time on 8 January, carrying the Peregrine lander to the lunar surface
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the January 6 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - January 6 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the January 6 PA Bulletin announcing it has disapproved an Act 2 Land Recycling Risk Assessment December 21 on remediation of soil and groundwater contamination at the American Refining Group, Inc.
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New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
Naomi Alderman on the tech billionaires at the heart of her new novel The Future, the latest pick for the New Scientist Book Club – and the 1974 book that inspired her
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Water Center at the University of Pennsylvania will host a January 25 webinar on the Lower Delaware River Bacteria Study from Noon to 1:15 p.m. The webinar will present the Water Center's new report, Delaware River Bacteria Study: An Evaluation of the Occurrence and Sources of Fecal Indicator Bacteria in the Camden-Chester-Philadelphia Region and Opportunities for Remediation.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
Nell Greenfieldboyce discusses her new book Transient and Strange, the intimacy of the essays and the science that inspired them.
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Governor’s Budget Address: February 6 Hou
New Scientist
JANUARY 5, 2024
In this tantalising extract from Naomi Alderman's new novel The Future, the latest pick for the New Scientist Book Club, a tech chief executive discovers the end of the world is nigh
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
On January 5, the Insurance Department announced Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys, as Chair of the Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Task Force, is seeking public input on the accessibility and affordability of flood insurance throughout the Commonwealth. ( formal notice ) The goal of the Task Force is to provide a report containing recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly to increase flood insurance awareness, accessibility and affordability.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
Here’s a calendar of cosmic events to keep your eyes on in the coming year
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Appalachian Region Independent Power Producers Association (ARIPPA) is partnering with the Eastern and Western Pennsylvania Coalitions for Abandoned Mine Reclamation to offer competitive awards to watershed and conservancy organizations facilitating abandoned mine drainage (AMD) and/or abandoned mine land (AML) remediation projects in Pennsylvania.
Corp Watch
JANUARY 5, 2024
Tax auditor Raphaël Halet leaked over 28,000 documents outlining schemes created by the Luxembourg offices of global accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to help companies like Apple, Heinz and Pepsi avoid paying taxes. In 2016, local courts found Halet guilty of stealing documents. In 2023, the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Halet was a whistleblower rather than a criminal.
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting applications for 2023 reimbursement for the Municipal and Hazardous Waste Host Municipality Inspectors Program. The deadline for applications is March 31. ( formal notice ) Reimbursements are allocated from the Recycling Fund authorized under Act 101 for municipal waste facilities, or from the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Fund under Act 108 for hazardous waste facilities.
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
Buying out and razing homes harmed by Hurricane Sandy boosted business development, jobs and property values in nearby neighborhoods
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Keystone Trails Association is seeking qualified candidates to fill two new, full-time positions-- -- Manager of Events and Programs to coordinate and execute an exciting, diverse array of activities–from hiking and backpacking adventures to skill-building workshops–throughout the year. This position will be based at the KTA office in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County. -- Regional Trail Care Coordinator to evaluate trail conditions, prioritize improvements, perform trail maintenance, and bols
Scientific American
JANUARY 5, 2024
Obstetric fistula is almost entirely preventable yet flourishes in places where health care is inaccessible for too many women
PA Environment Daily
JANUARY 5, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection is now being accepted for Act 101 County Recycling Coordinator Grants. The deadline to apply is April 30. ( formal notice ) The County Recycling Coordinator Grants provide a 50% reimbursement for County Recycling Coordinators’ salary and expenses to eligible applicants. Read the entire PA Bulletin notice for more information on how to apply.
Nanotech
JANUARY 5, 2024
On December 28, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released comments from the letter peer review for its 2023 white paper presenting EPA’s quantitative approach for the human health risk assessment for part 2 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) risk evaluation for asbestos. EPA notes in its December 28, 2023, press release that under the previous Administration, it narrowed the scope of the asbestos risk evaluation by reviewing only ongoing uses and The post EPA Releases
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