Yale E360
OCTOBER 15, 2021
For the second consecutive year, Kenya's semi-arid north has experienced meager rainfall, causing a drought that threatens the food supply of 2.4 million people, according to the United Nations World Food Program, Reuters reported. Read more on E360 ?.
Energy and Climate Law
OCTOBER 15, 2021
On 13 October 2021 the European Commission realesed a Communication to the European Parliament , in which it proposes measures to tackle the currently soaring energy prices in Europe. The toolbox includes 2 types of measures: some are directed towards the Member States and proposes a set of measures for Member States to pick and choose. A second set of measures is directed towards the EU itself.
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Scientific American
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Nearly 200 years after his death, the German composer’s musical scratch was pieced together by machine—with a lot of human help. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Physics World
OCTOBER 15, 2021
According to book of Genesis in the Bible, the city of Sodom was destroyed by God because of the wickedness of its people. While there are several historical sites that could have been Sodom – and some scientists have suggested that the city could have been destroyed by a natural event such as a meteor strike – the story is widely regarded as mythical.
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
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Developing quantum-gravity technologies may elevate us to a “class A” civilization, capable of creating a baby universe. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Physics World
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A wave-like property previously only seen in beams of light and electrons has been observed for the first time in atoms and molecules. By passing beams of helium and neon through a grid of specially shaped nanoslits, researchers led by Edvardas Narevicius of Israel’s Weizmann Institute of Science succeeded in giving the beams a non-zero orbital angular momentum (OAM).
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PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The 2021-2022 Pennsylvania State Parks Calendar is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation. Brighten up any wall in your office or home with a glimpse of Pennsylvania's scenic beauty. Let the 2022 (with four months of 2021 in a one page spread) Pennsylvania State Parks calendar inspire you to adventure. Featuring lovely photographs of some of your favorite parks (and perhaps a few you've yet to consider), there's room to write and room to dream.
Scientific American
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Belief in conspiracy theories and overconfidence are two tendencies linked to hasty thinking. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 15, 2021
by Jessica Heiges (University of California, Berkeley) and Kate O’Neill (University of California, Berkeley) Most consumers don’t pay much attention to the packaging that their purchases come in, unless it’s hard to open or the item is really over-wrapped. But packaging accounts for about 28% of U.S. municipal solid waste.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The latest coronavirus news updated every day including coronavirus cases, the latest news, features and interviews from New Scientist and essential information about the covid-19 pandemic
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.
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 15, 2021
by Felix Mormann (Texas A&M University) Electricity generation produces a quarter of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions that drive climate change. The electric grid also is highly vulnerable to climate change effects, such as more frequent and severe droughts, hurricanes and other extreme weather events.
PBS Nature
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The Rocky Mountains are one of the longest mountain ranges on Earth, stretching some 2,000 miles from central New Mexico to the northern edge of Canada. Journey deep into the wild heart of the Rocky Mountains and experience this rugged land through the eyes of its iconic wildlife. As the seasons change, follow the drama of courageous animal families: a herd of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep and their newborn lambs, a mother grizzly bear and her cubs, and a flock of sandhill cranes and their offspr
HumanNature
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Guest Post by Kimberley Corwin , Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Atmospheric Science and Trainee in the CSU InTERFEWS Program Figure 1: Cover art for The War of the Worlds novel by H.G. Wells ( left ), an image from the 2020 movie Greenland ( top right ), and a photograph I took overlooking Horsetooth Reservoir during the 2020 Cameron Peak fire west of Fort Collins, Colorado (bottom right).
PBS Nature
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The Rocky Mountains are one of the longest mountain ranges on Earth, stretching some 2,000 miles from central New Mexico to the northern edge of Canada. Journey deep into the wild heart of the Rocky Mountains and experience this rugged land through the eyes of its iconic wildlife. As the seasons change, follow the drama of courageous animal families: a herd of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep and their newborn lambs, a mother grizzly bear and her cubs, and a flock of sandhill cranes and their offspr
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.
A Greener Life
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Photo credit: Sustainable Energy for All. By Kimberly White. Countries from around the world are calling for an end to new coal power. . During the UN General Assembly, a coalition of seven countries launched the No New Coal Compact in an effort to keep global temperature rise to 1.5°C. The Compact calls on nations to halt the construction of unabated coal-fired power generation projects by the end of this year.
Earth 911
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The construction and building industry contributes significantly to humanity’s collective carbon footprint. Concrete alone accounts. The post Making Concrete More Sustainable appeared first on Earth911.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A new type of strong, flexible self-healing plastic can repair itself rapidly, even in salty or acidic water, which may be useful for divers or underwater pipes
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the October 16 PA Bulletin inviting comments on proposed new technical guidance on Notification Requirements for Spills, Discharges and Other Incidents That Threaten To Cause Pollution of the Waters of the Commonwealth as required by the state Clean Streams Law. (DEP ID:? 383-4200-003 ) This draft replaces the first draft published in the PA Bulletin August 8, 2020 and was revised based on comments received on that first draft.
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New Scientist
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The latest coronavirus news updated every day including coronavirus cases, the latest news, features and interviews from New Scientist and essential information about the covid-19 pandemic
Inhabitant
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, although most people would agree there is beauty in nature. Artist and textile designer Yi Hsuan Sung has taken that common view of natural beauty and used it to create a varied line of products for the home.
National Law Center
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A comprehensive summary of today’s judicial, legislative, and regulatory developments in agriculture and food. Email important additions HERE. REGULATORY: AMS, The post Ag & Food Law Daily Update: October 15, 2021 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Inhabitant
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A new study published in the journal Royal Society Open Science has found that microplastics affect the behavior of hermit crabs, a key part of the ocean ecosystem. The study, conducted by Queen's University, highlights how microplastics impact hermit crabs' growth and reproduction.
Scientific American
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A wave of funding focuses on antiviral nanomaterials as COVID countermeasures. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Inhabitant
OCTOBER 15, 2021
At a first glance, you might not believe that Casa Numa is entirely built out of coconut palm wood over 50 years old. The 160 square meters of living space is a beauty to behold both inside and out.
Washington Nature
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The Washington Board of Trustees approved a resolution in support of the climate-change provisions in two major pieces of federal legislation, the bipartisan infrastructure package and the budget reconciliation bill, known as the Build Back Better plan. As Congress seeks to reach agreement on both bills before the end of the month, we are calling on our elected leaders and on the business community to advocate for the strong investments we need to protect our future.
Scientific American
OCTOBER 15, 2021
These huge construction projects can feature turbines taller than some skyscrapers. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.
Inhabitant
OCTOBER 15, 2021
As more consumers prioritize sustainability, the days of fast fashion are numbered. This year’s Vegan Fashion Week in Los Angeles highlighted brands that are stepping up to meet the demand for ethical products by offering fashionable creations free of animal products.
Environmental Leader
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A DOE program helped cut billions of dollars in energy costs and started new pilots to find even more energy efficient ideas. The post DOE’s Better Buildings, Better Plants Participants Cut Billions in Energy Costs appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Everyone has a unique pattern of brain activity and it can be spotted after just 100 seconds inside a brain scanner
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Read the full story at ESG Today. Management consulting firm Oliver Wyman announced the launch by its research and leadership community Oliver Wyman Forum of Climate Action Navigator, a new tool aiming to enable public and private sector leaders identify and assess meaningful actions in order to meet climate goals.
New Scientist
OCTOBER 15, 2021
A meteor shower called the Arids has appeared in southern hemisphere skies, as predicted by astronomers
Environmental News Bits
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Read the full story at Phys.org. A team of researchers with members affiliated with institutions in Germany, Switzerland and the U.S. has created a model that they claim could be used to achieve net-zero-emission plastics by 2050. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group outlines their model and requirements for implementation.
PA Environment Daily
OCTOBER 15, 2021
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy's watershed conservation program, in cooperation with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry, seeks a highly motivated, driven and well-organized individual to fill the position of Regional Watershed Forestry Specialist to help promote and coordinate riparian forest buffer and lawn conversion implementation efforts in Pennsylvania as a part of tight-knit team working in a fast-paced environment.
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