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Meet the Raptors That Eat Avocados (and Other Fruit)

Cool Green Science

We think of raptors as exclusive carnivores, but at least 29 species also consume fruit. Including avocados. The post Meet the Raptors That Eat Avocados (and Other Fruit) appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Laser-free trapping of heavy molecules opens an alternative route to new physics

Physics World

The quest for physics outside the Standard Model often takes place at major accelerator facilities like CERN’s Large Hadron Collider or huge underground detectors for neutrinos, dark matter and other exotic particles. Researchers in the Netherlands have now opened an alternative front in this quest by developing a new laboratory-scale technique for trapping heavy neutral molecules.

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Having impostor syndrome may actually make you better at your job

New Scientist

People who are less confident at work were rated as having better interpersonal skills, suggesting there may be upsides to impostor syndrome

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COP Negotiators Demand Nations do More to Curb Climate Change, but Required Emissions Cuts Remain Elusive

Inside Climate News

The U.N. climate talks ended in Glasgow with nothing decided that would slow greenhouse gas emissions through 2030. One activist declared “the whole system is broken.” By Bob Berwyn GLASGOW—A bright and sunny Saturday morning after days of gray autumn skies held a transient promise of hope for major progress at the COP26 climate talks along the River Clyde, but even after an extra day of negotiations, there was no magical moment in the decades-long effort to stabilize the global climate.

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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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How Do People Resist COVID Infections?

Scientific American

Immune cells might abort SARS-CoV-2 infection, forestalling a positive PCR or antibody test, a study in hospital workers suggests. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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ESG is Not Just for Public Companies

Greenbuilding Law

I am excited to be presenting a fast paced and fun one hour virtual program, “Environmental Social Governance (ESG) an Emergent and Fast Growing Area of the Law” for the Maryland State Bar Association, and Not just for lawyers, on December 14, 2021 at noon. Register today for the live virtual program. The impact of ESG is not limited to public companies.

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New Pittsburgh Energy Strategy Would Require Developers To Submit Climate, Energy-Efficiency Plans Along With Building Plans

PA Environment Daily

On November 13, Pittsburgh Mayor William Peduto and the Department of City Planning’s Sustainability and Resilience Division finalized the City Energy Strategy , Pittsburgh’s first municipal energy plan. The strategy was developed to integrate the short- and long-term actions in the Climate Action Plan into the City’s development review processes to help reach the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2030.

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Readers Respond to the July 2021 Issue

Scientific American

Letters to the editor from the July 2021 issue of Scientific American. -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.

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SPAC Roundtable: State of the SPAC Market, Variations on Terms & the Target’s Perspective

Arnold Porter

Please join us for our second in a series of roundtables diving into the world of SPACs and discussing the most pressing current issues. Topics. State of the current SPAC/De-SPAC market. Variations on terms. Private company considerations for target companies and SPACs searching for targets. Panelists. Alex Gendzier , Partner | Arnold & Porter (Moderator).

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36 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 36 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- PG - Laura Legere: Infrastructure Bill Promises ‘Unprecedented’ Funding To Clean Up PA’s Abandoned Mine Lands -- Senate, House Legislation Would Raise $350 Million A Year To Clean Up Polluted Water

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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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Arbitrator Impartiality and Independence vs. Interdependence: Myth vs. Reality and Its Impact

Arnold Porter

Since 2005, the Washington College of Law Annual International Commercial Arbitration Lecture has featured the world’s foremost experts in international commercial and investment arbitration discussing current issues and trends in international commercial and investment arbitration in a public forum.

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Sunday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips 11.14.21

PA Environment Daily

House returns to session Nov. 15, 16, 17, Dec. 13, 14, 15 -- Committee Schedule Senate returns to session Dec. 13, 14, 15 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- 36 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- PA Environment Digest: Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- PA Capitol News: Top 10 Stories From Harrisburg Last Week [PaEN] -- New Pittsburgh Energy Strategy Would Require Developers To Submit Climate, Energy-Efficienc

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PA Environment Digest: Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- PA Assn. Of Environmental Educators Accepting 2022 Award Nominations [PaEN] -- PAEE: Meaningful Watershed Educational Experience Award Nominations Due Dec. 1 [PaEN] -- Slippery Rock Watershed Coalition: Reminder Of Student Symposium On The Environment Nov. 16 Deadline -- Pennsylvania Leaders And Glasgow: Reflections On COP26 Climate Conference, Nov. 16 Webinar [PaEN] -- A Convers

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PA Capitol News: Top 10 Stories From Harrisburg Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- General Assembly Wants To Expand Powers Over Executive -- House Republicans Schedule Nov. 16 Committee Meeting On Bills Amending State Constitution To Invalidate Regulations Unilaterally Without Any Review Of Their Actions [PaEN] -- House Speaker Cutler: People Have A Right To Restore Balance In Constitution -- Spotlight PA: Republican House Speaker Wants To Greatly Expand Lawmakers’ Power Over Governor, Executive Branch -- City

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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.