Fri.Jul 28, 2023

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It's Not Just Climate Change: Three Other Factors Driving This Summer's Extreme Heat

Yale E360

Climate change may be, by far, the leading driver of this summer's stifling heat, but three other factors are helping push the mercury to new extremes.

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How Will Houston Adapt to the High Heat?

Environmental and Urban Economics

I have moved m y blog over to Substack (and I've lost many readers). Please join me there. Here is a recent column. The Wall Street Journal has published an important piece about how the high heat is reducing economic activity in Houston. The piece has a pessimistic tone that the heat melts the city’s infrastructure and shaves off economic activity as people don’t want to go outside.

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Rats have a 'laugh centre' in their brains that responds to tickling

New Scientist

A region of the midbrain in rodents appears to be instrumental in enabling rats to engage in laughter and play

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Helium in Distant Galaxies May Help Explain Why the Universe Exists

Scientific American

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 to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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A Sad Screening This Summer: Wildlife Under Siege Yet Again

NRDC

Wildlife star in this summer's congressional attacks.

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$1 Million Will Go to the Mathematician Who Busts the 'ABC Conjecture' Theory

Scientific American

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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Distracted Driving Is More Dangerous Than People Realize, New Research Shows

Scientific American

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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Code Red for Heat: Workers & Communities Need Protections Now

NRDC

Workers and communities urgently need protection from the ravages of killer heat.

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Is A Mega Ocean Current About to Shut Down?

Scientific American

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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University Of Pittsburgh School Of Public Health Will Release Results Of Shale Gas Development Health Impact Study On Aug. 15 In Washington County

PA Environment Daily

On July 28, the University of Pittsburgh announced School of Public Health scientists will present the results of studies exploring health impacts of human exposure to environmental risk factors, including unconventional natural gas development activities, in an eight-county region in Southwest Pennsylvania. The meeting will be held on August 15 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. both in-person and livestreamed and include an opportunity for online participants to submit questions.

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

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. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene

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AI-Generated Data Can Poison Future AI Models

Scientific American

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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July 28 Take Five Fridays With Pam - PA Parks & Forests Foundation

PA Environment Daily

The July 28 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- Friends At Forbes State Forest rehab fire tower -- Work on Little Buffalo State Park fully-accessible playground underway -- Leave No Trace Training -- National Moth Week - Submit Your Observations Click Here to read the entire Take Five.

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Women may age fastest during their 30s and 50s

New Scientist

A woman may be most likely to give birth in her 30s and go through the menopause in her 50s, with these life events causing hormonal changes that may accelerate ageing

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DEP Accepting Applications For Environmental Education Grants Starting Aug. 1

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection will start accepting applications for 2024 Environmental Education Grants August 1. The deadline for applications is November 15. ( formal notice ) Three types of grants will be offered for projects addressing the 2024 Environmental Education Grants Program priorities of water, climate change and environmental justice-- -- Mini grants of up to $5,000 may be awarded for local (school, county, municipality or other defined area) environmental education pr

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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USDA Announces $300 Million in Awards to Support Access to Land, Capital, and Markets for Beginning and Undeserved Framers

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

Photo credit: Sanctuary Farms This month, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced more than $300 million in awards to 50 projects focused on increasing underserved farmers and ranchers’ access to land, markets, and capital. These projects were awarded under the Increasing Land, Capital, and Market Access (Increasing Land Access) Program (LCM).

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Intermittent fasting could boost immunity in addition to melting fat

New Scientist

Immune cells are more effective at fending off pathogens when they use ketones – which are produced during fasting – rather than glucose for energy

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PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - July 29

PA Environment Daily

The following DEP notices were published in the July 29 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC - DPH Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP approved a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with ethylene glycol in Windham Twp., Wyoming County. ( PA Bulletin, page 4030 ) -- Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC - LRJ Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP approved a Final Report on re

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Scientists Tickle Rats and Discover Brain's 'Play Spot'

Scientific American

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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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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PJM Interconnection Electric Grid Operator Extends Hot Weather Maximum Generation Alert Thru July 28; Hot Weather Alert On July 29

PA Environment Daily

On July 28, the regional electric grid operator PJM Interconnection extended its Maximum Generation Emergency Alert/Load Management Alert through July 28. The Alert is an early notification that system conditions might require the use of "additional procedures" to deal with the heat wave. A second alert, an EEA-1, is a North American Electric Reliability Corporation alert that is generally issued with the PJM Maximum Generation Alert, and means that all generating resources are online or have be

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Ancient make-up in Chinese tomb includes concealer and skin lightener

New Scientist

Two cosmetic products have been identified from residues in the tomb of a non-noble woman who lived in China 2000 years ago, suggesting the widespread use of make-up

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Earth911 Podcast: Consumer Reports’ New Electric Yard Tool Recommendations

Earth 911

Welcome to the hottest part of summer, when the heat and smoke season may have. The post Earth911 Podcast: Consumer Reports’ New Electric Yard Tool Recommendations appeared first on Earth911.

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Loss of smell may be an early sign of Alzheimer's in at-risk people

New Scientist

People who carry a genetic variant that raises the risk of Alzheimer's disease may start to lose their sense of smell before they experience any decline in cognitive function

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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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Here's How AI Can Predict Hit Songs With Frightening Accuracy

Scientific American

A new AI technology predicts hit songs — by listening to someone's body.

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Intermittent fasting could boost immunity in addition to weight loss

New Scientist

Immune cells are more effective at fending off pathogens when they use ketones – which are produced during fasting – rather than glucose for energy

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Federal Office Of Surface Mining Reclamation Awards Sewickley Creek Watershed Assn. $100,000 Grant To Treat Acid Mine Drainage In Westmoreland County

PA Environment Daily

The federal Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement has awarded $100,000 to the Sewickley Creek Watershed Association in a cooperative agreement for a watershed restoration project in Mount Pleasant Township, Westmoreland County. The grant will help improve the Brinkerton Mine Drainage Treatment System , which was constructed in 2008. This project will increase the effectiveness of that passive treatment system by continuing the construction of an aeration system to speed the cleanu

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Room-temperature superconductors: Here's everything you need to know

New Scientist

Truly convenient materials that can conduct electricity perfectly have long been sought after by researchers, but their history is one of difficult experiments, theoretical puzzles and scientific controversy

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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.

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Wind Turbine Recycling Prize Offers $5.1 Million to Entrepreneurs, Promotes Local Solutions

Earth 911

Editor’s note: We’re preparing to launch the Earth911 Circular Economy Community to help local citizens and. The post Wind Turbine Recycling Prize Offers $5.1 Million to Entrepreneurs, Promotes Local Solutions appeared first on Earth911.

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Shirt woven with metal could help medical implants communicate

New Scientist

Transmitting data around the body can be tricky, but a shirt with a metal upgrade could help

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What's the Faintest Star You Can See in the Sky?

Scientific American

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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AI news recap: While Hollywood strikes, is ChatGPT getting worse?

New Scientist

There is anger over a Netflix AI job paying up to $900,000, coming as actors are still striking over the use of AI in film and TV.

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Illinois EPA announces Green Infrastructure Grant Opportunities program

Environmental News Bits

Earlier this week, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director John J. Kim announced a grant opportunity with $10 million in funding for projects that will improve water quality in Illinois. The Green Infrastructure Grant Opportunities (GIGO) Program has been made possible by Governor Pritzker’s bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan. Applications are due by Oct. 18, 2023.