U.S. Wind and Solar Overtake Coal for the First Time
Yale E360
JUNE 29, 2023
In a first for the U.S. power sector, wind and solar have generated more electricity than coal so far this year.
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EPA Launches $7 Billion Grant Fund for Solar Power
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
Up to 60 grant awards are open to states, territories, Tribal governments, municipalities and eligible nonprofit recipients, as well as coalitions led by an eligible lead applicant.
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Are California Cities Ready for an Equitable EV Transition?
Legal Planet
JUNE 29, 2023
A recent report from ACEEE reinforces California’s leadership in vehicle electrification–at the state level, California’s EV policies, incentives, and supporting strategies outpace the closest competitors by a significant margin (and most pro-electrification states’ programs owe their design and federal authorization to California): Source: ACEEE, 2023 Transportation Electrification Scorecard.
Intel Tech, UKAEA, Cambridge Lab Plan Digital Twin Prototype Fusion Power Plant
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
Fusion energy has the potential to be a nearly limitless, emissions-free energy source, and making the energy commercially viable would completely transform the energy sector.
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.
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Clarifies “Cat’s Paw” and “Stray Remarks” Doctrines in Employment Discrimination Cases
Law and Environment
JUNE 29, 2023
Key Takeaways: On June 21, 2023, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (“SJC”) issued a ruling in Mark A. Adams v. Schneider Electric USA, Inc. , SJC-13352 (2023), addressing the so-called “cat’s paw” theory of liability and concluding that an employer can still be found liable for violating Massachusetts’ employment discrimination statute where there is evidence that a mid-level manager, directed to lay off employees, furthered a discriminatory corporate policy without knowingly doing so.
Stem Survey Reveals C-Suites to Increase Sustainable Investments
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
Stem survey revealed that a majority (57%) of C-suite leaders are increasing their investments in sustainable solutions and clean technology.
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AstraZeneca Invests $400 Million in Reforestation, Biodiversity
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
AstraZenec announced a substantial $400 million investment in reforestation and biodiversity, and the initiative is called AZ Forest program.
Humans Are Predators of at Least One Third of All Vertebrate Species
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
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Dealers Face Uphill Battle with Consumers in EV Adoption
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
“We still need more infrastructure for DC fast charge and more technicians dedicated to BEVs,” one franchised dealer said in the report.
In a First, Scientists See Neutrinos Emitted by the Milky Way
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
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.
Canada’s Clean Fuels Fund Awards $10.5 Million to EverGen Infrastructure
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
EverGen Infrastructure Corp. has secured funding of $10.5 million from Natural Resources Canada's Clean Fuels Fund.
Cat Noses Contain Twisted Labyrinths That Help Them Separate Smells
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
ePlant TreeTags – A Technology the Lorax Can Love
Earth 911
JUNE 29, 2023
Trees have begun to “speak” using new sensors and generative AI. With ePlant‘s new TreeTag, The post ePlant TreeTags – A Technology the Lorax Can Love appeared first on Earth911.
Wildfires and Smoke Are Harming People's Mental Health. Here's How to Cope
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Authority of Tax Commission to Correct Pipeline Property Tax Assessments
The Energy Law Blog
JUNE 29, 2023
In a unanimous decision, a three-judge panel of the Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeal affirmed the authority of the Louisiana Tax Commission to correct property tax assessments of pipelines when a local assessor uses values that are too high or do not reflect fair market value. In Enerfin Field Services v. Vernon Parish Board of Review , No. 22-740 (La.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to Release Plans for Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary
Endangered Species Law
JUNE 29, 2023
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) anticipates releasing the Draft Designation Documents for the proposed Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. A draft proposed rule and management plan for the sanctuary are expected to be released early this summer, concurrently with the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the proposed designation required by the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).
To Stay Sharp as You Age, Learn New Skills
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
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Soak up the Sun: Non-Toxic Sunscreen Tips for a Healthy Summer
Enviromental Defense
JUNE 29, 2023
As we soak up the warmth and sunshine of summer, it’s essential to prioritize our well-being and protect ourselves from harmful chemicals found in everyday products. From sunscreen to bug spray, these summer essentials can sometimes contain chemicals that pose potential health risks. Fortunately, there are safer alternatives available that allow you and your family to enjoy this season to the fullest.
Sustainability at Retail
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Debating Antivaccine Cranks Debases Science and Harms the Public
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
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Natural Lands Finalizes Crebilly Farm Conservation Easements Protecting 102 Acres In Chester County
PA Environment Daily
JUNE 29, 2023
On June 29, Natural Lands announced the finalization of four conservation easements on 102 acres at Crebilly Farm in Chester County. These easements—permanent, legal restrictions on development—are one element of a two-part plan to preserve the entirety of the iconic farm, which is one of the largest remaining parcels in Westtown Township and Chester County.
The Supreme Court Gets Clean Water Supremely Wrong
NRDC
JUNE 29, 2023
The Supreme Court got the facts, the law, and the policy wrong in its recent ruling attacking wetland protections under the Clean Water Act.
Genetic marker discovered for the severity of multiple sclerosis
New Scientist
JUNE 29, 2023
Analysis of data from more than 22,000 people with multiple sclerosis helped researchers identify a genetic variant that is associated with the severity of the disease
Connecting Youth to Nature Supports Equity and Climate Change Goals
NRDC
JUNE 29, 2023
Helping youth overcome barriers and connect to blue spaces supports current equity goals and lays the foundation for a bright future in the climate movement
Virgin Galactic space plane makes its first commercial flight
New Scientist
JUNE 29, 2023
Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic has made its first commercial flight to the edge of space, joining a small club of companies offering private space flights
Illinois Must Invest in Transportation Options for All
NRDC
JUNE 29, 2023
The infusion of $10 billion in federal funds presents an opportunity to either double down on a dirty, unfair status quo—or choose a new transportation future.
How Do CPAP Machines Treat Sleep Apnea?
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
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P&G’s vanished forest degradation commitment
NRDC
JUNE 29, 2023
Without fanfare, P&G removed any mention of forest degradation from its current sourcing policy, confirming the hollowness of its claims to responsible sourcing while doing little to address its underlying irresponsible sourcing practices.
Discrimination May Hasten Menopause in Black and Hispanic Women
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
One third of all vertebrate species are exploited by humans
New Scientist
JUNE 29, 2023
An analysis reveals that 14,663 species of birds, mammals, fish, reptiles and amphibians are killed for food, kept as pets or used by humans in some way
Snowcapped Mountains Are Turning into Dangerous Rain-Soaked Slopes
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
Extreme rainfall is increasing in the Northern Hemisphere’s mountain ranges as global temperatures rise, raising the dangers of floods and landslides
Carbon inequality is rising as rich people are slower to cut emissions
New Scientist
JUNE 29, 2023
Although carbon footprints are falling in many countries, the gap between the richest and poorest people is increasing, meaning those on higher incomes emit more than their fair share
The Kavli Prize Presents: How Your Brain Maps the World [Sponsored]
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 2023
John O’Keefe shared The Kavli Prize in Neuroscience in 2014 for discovering that neurons in the hippocampus encode an animal’s location and create a cognitive map for navigation. This podcast was produced for The Kavli Prize by Scientific American Custom Media, a division separate from the magazine’s board of editors.
AI recap this month: Drone 'kills' operator; DeepMind's speed up
New Scientist
JUNE 29, 2023
Research into AI is experiencing a boom, so we have rounded up the best of news from the past month to help you keep up to date
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