Last Month Was the Hottest June Ever
Yale E360
JULY 14, 2023
Last month was the hottest June ever recorded globally, according to multiple independent analyses.
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Switching to double-anonymous peer review: Journal of Applied Ecology
The Applied Ecologist
JULY 14, 2023
Journal of Applied Ecology will soon be switching to double-anonymous peer review. Read more about the reasons behind this transition below. The peer review process in a nutshell The peer review process aims to evaluate and validify research before it is published.
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A Meatless Diet Is Better for You--And the Planet
Scientific American
JULY 14, 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.
California Amends Fully Protected Species Statutes: Streamlining or More Red Tape?
Endangered Species Law
JULY 14, 2023
On July 10, 2023, Governor Newsom signed Senate Bill 147 (SB147) into law, amending California’s “fully protected species” statutes. These laws were enacted in 1970 and currently protect 37 species native to California, ranging from the North Pacific right whale ( Eubalaena japonica ) to the salt marsh harvest mouse ( Reithrodontomys raviventris ).
Manufacturing Sustainability Surge: Your Guide to Data-Driven Energy Optimization & Decarbonization
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.
The Story of Plastic in Canada – Part 3: Plastic Production and Human Health
Enviromental Defense
JULY 14, 2023
Welcome back to the story of plastic in Canada. Last time, we made our way down the decrepit and leaky Line 5 pipeline. Today, we’ve arrived at the end of that pipeline where we’ll be taking a tour of Canada’s “Chemical Valley”—a cluster of refineries in southwestern Ontario that will turn oil transported by Line 5 into plastics and petrochemicals. This Plastic Free July, we’re sharing the full story—and impacts—of plastics in Canada.
What's Happening in the Ocean, and Why It Matters to You and Me
Scientific American
JULY 14, 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.
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How Culture Affects the 'Marshmallow Test'
Scientific American
JULY 14, 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.
DEP: Risk Assessment Did Not Prove Chemicals Polluting Soil & Groundwater At American Refinery Group’s Bradford Petroleum Refinery Met Safe Environmental Cleanup Standards
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
On July 15, the Department of Environmental Protection published a formal notice that it had disapproved a Risk Assessment submitted by the American Refinery Group saying it did not prove the cleanup of chemicals polluting soil and groundwater at ARG’s Bradford petroleum refinery in McKean County met a safe cleanup standard. ( July 15 PA Bulletin, page 3759 ) The Assessment was supposed to prove soil and groundwater contaminated with a long list of chemicals met the site-specific standard under
Can Virtual Reality Mimic Nature's Power to Make Us Healthier?
Scientific American
JULY 14, 2023
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2nd Annual Marcellus Shale Water Business Update Conference Aug. 9 In Pittsburgh On Managing Shale Gas, Conventional Oil & Gas Wastewater
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
The Oilfield Water Connection will host the 2nd Annual Marcellus Shale Water Business Update Conference at the Westin Hotel In Pittsburgh August 9. Midstream, and water service business leaders are expected to gather in Pittsburgh for networking and discussion of the latest produced water [wastewater] industry trends pertaining to commercialization, business risks/opportunities, optimization, and capital allocation.
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.
Bizarre portal-like ‘ring wormholes’ could let you time travel
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
A ring wormhole is one that you could simply step through, like a portal through space – but new, more detailed models have shown that they could be a portal through time as well
Weather forecast accuracy is crucial in a heat wave – 1 degree can mean the difference between life and death
Environmental News Bits
JULY 14, 2023
by Derek Lemoine, University of Arizona; Jeffrey Shrader, Columbia University, and Laura Bakkensen, University of Arizona Weather forecasts have gotten quite good over the years, but their temperatures aren’t always spot on – and the result when they underplay extremes can be lethal.
Fossil of pregnant ground sloth discovered with fetus inside
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
Found in a Brazilian cave, the remarkable specimen of a ground sloth fetus inside its mother offers a rare insight into the developmental biology of the extinct mammal
Meet the Stars of the 'Summer Triangle'
Scientific American
JULY 14, 2023
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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.
India's Chandrayaan-3 launches to explore moon's water-rich south pole
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
India has launched its Chandrayaan-3 mission, which aims to explore the south pole of the moon by rover, completing a scientific mission that was first attempted in 2019 but ended in catastrophic failure due to a software glitch
July 14 Take Five Fridays With Pam, PA Parks & Forests Foundation
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
The July 14 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- Latino Conservation Week July 15-23 -- PPFF to Fill 2 AmeriCorps Positions, Applications Due July 26 -- Just In! 2023-2024 State Parks Calendar! Order Yours Now ! -- Visit the PA Parks & Forests Foundation’s Events webpage and DCNR’s Calendar of Events for activities happening near you.
Pigs open doors to free companions in a possible show of empathy
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
An experiment in which pigs showed an inclination to help other group members suggests they have an altruistic streak – but selfish motivations can’t be ruled out
PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - July 15
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
The following DEP notices were published in the July 15 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Brownfields Risk Assessment Disapproval -- American Refinery Group Refinery: DEP disapproved a Risk Assessment for the refinery located in Bradford, McKean County involving soil and groundwater contaminated with Benzene, Toluene, Ethyl Benzene, Xylenes (total), Cumene (Isopropylbenzene), Methyl tert- Butyl Ether, Naphthalen
Sustainability at Retail
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Parkinson's disease: Exercise may stop crucial neurons from degrading
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
Regular exercise prevents neurons crucial for movement from degrading in rats with symptoms of Parkinson's disease, potentially explaining why consistent physical activity can slow the advancement of symptoms
DEP Posted 60 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In July 15 PA Bulletin
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the July 15 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - July 15 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the July 15 PA Bulletin inviting comments on draft NPDES General Permit (PAG-04) for Discharges From Small Flow Treatment Facilities.
Climate Change Threatens U.S. Nuclear Strike Capability
Scientific American
JULY 14, 2023
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Llamas solve problems faster after watching people do it
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
Llamas are able to learn from other llamas and even more effectively from humans, possibly because thousands of years of domestication gave them the ability to read human social cues
Thank You to Our Inaugural Western Conference Sponsors
National Law Center
JULY 14, 2023
The National Agricultural Law Center would like to thank sponsors of the inaugural Western Agricultural & Environmental Law Conference. The conference. The post Thank You to Our Inaugural Western Conference Sponsors appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Earth911 Podcast: The Global Water Partnership’s Dimitris Faloutsos Sets the Stage for a Global Plastics Treaty
Earth 911
JULY 14, 2023
A new global plastics treaty due to take effect in 2025, will reset the world’s. The post Earth911 Podcast: The Global Water Partnership’s Dimitris Faloutsos Sets the Stage for a Global Plastics Treaty appeared first on Earth911.
Giving birth at an older age is linked to a longer life in women
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
Every additional year before a woman gives birth to her last child is associated with an extra 22 days of life
GM signs steel deal with ArcelorMittal North America
Environmental News Bits
JULY 14, 2023
Read the full story in Manufacturing Dive. ArcelorMittal North America will supply GM with recycled steel as part of a new agreement. Steel produced for the automaker will contain at least 70% scrap material, part of ArcelorMittal’s mission to reduce carbon emissions used in the production process, according to an announcement of the deal.
World's smallest baleen whale is the last of its kind
New Scientist
JULY 14, 2023
Pygmy right whales are evolutionarily distinct and may be part of a whale family long thought to be extinct
Biocycle’s three-part series on microplastics
Environmental News Bits
JULY 14, 2023
Biocycle recently published a three-part series on microplastics and how they impact organics recycling. Microplastics: The What, Where, Why And Impact gives an overview of the issue of microplastics and how they impact organics recycling. Microplastics: How Many And How To Regulate?
Governor Signs Infrastructure/Budget Legislation Including Significant Revisions To CEQA (SB 149)
CEQA Developments
JULY 14, 2023
On July 10, 2023, Governor Newsom signed into law a number of bills aimed at streamlining and accelerating the construction of critical infrastructure projects needed to achieve California’s ambitious climate and clean energy goals. Among the many bills was SB No. 149, CEQA legislation that amended Public Resources Code §§ 21167.6, 21181, 21183, 21189.1, and 21189.3; added Chapter 7 (commencing with § 21189.80); and became effective immediately as an urgency measure “[t]o promote environmental p
Zero waste stadium journey
Environmental News Bits
JULY 14, 2023
Read the full story at Biocycle. Forestry student organizes zero waste weekend at a campus baseball stadium to illustrate potential for keeping recyclables and organics out of the landfill-bound trash stream.
DEP Invites Comments On CNX Midstream Project To Expose Natural Gas, Water/Wastewater Pipelines To Prevent Longwall Coal Mining Damage In Greene County
PA Environment Daily
JULY 14, 2023
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the July 15 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a CNX Midstream Operating Company, LLC Chapter 105 permit application to expose three pipelines to prevent damage from longwall coal mining in Morris Township, Greene County. ( PA Bulletin, page 3742 ) The project proposes to dig up and expose two existing natural gas pipelines and one combination fresh water and production wastewater pipeline crossing Bates Fork Creek, a High Quality stre
Good-Loop launches carbon assessment tool for advertisers
Environmental News Bits
JULY 14, 2023
Read the full story at Environment + Energy Leader. Ad platform Good-Loop has created a tool for advertisers that helps identify and avoid carbon-intensive publishers who fail to meet their sustainability targets.
Death Valley Could Set a World Record Hot Temperature
Scientific American
JULY 14, 2023
The temperature in Death Valley could rise above 130 degrees Fahrenheit this weekend.
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