Yale E360
JULY 28, 2023
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.
Environmental and Urban Economics
JULY 28, 2023
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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Scientific American
JULY 28, 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.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
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.
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
JULY 28, 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.
The Energy Law Blog
JULY 28, 2023
Fires at sea have been one of the greatest risks to ships and cargo for over a thousand years, and they implicate some of maritime law’s most unique aspects. These issues are briefly addressed below. Cargo Damage In the United States, cargo damage due to fire is treated differently than damage from other causes. The Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (“COGSA”) and the Fire Statute contain defenses for shipowners and cargo carriers in the United States.
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PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
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
Scientific American
JULY 28, 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.
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
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
Scientific American
JULY 28, 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.
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.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the July 29 PA Bulletin -- -- The Environmental Quality Board published notice it has accepted DEP’s recommendation to deny a rulemaking petition increasing conventional oil and gas well plugging bonding amounts. -- The Public Utility Commission published notice reopening comment period on proposed regulation establishing water conservation measures by public water suppliers. -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportuni
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
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
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
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
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
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
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.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
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
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
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
Scientific American
JULY 28, 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.
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
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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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)
JULY 28, 2023
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).
Earth 911
JULY 28, 2023
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.
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
Buying a specific set of 27 tickets for the UK National Lottery will mathematically guarantee that you win something
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
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
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
A region of the midbrain in rodents appears to be instrumental in enabling rats to engage in laughter and play
Earth 911
JULY 28, 2023
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.
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
Immune cells are more effective at fending off pathogens when they use ketones – which are produced during fasting – rather than glucose for energy
Environmental News Bits
JULY 28, 2023
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.
Scientific American
JULY 28, 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.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 28, 2023
Read the full story from the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA). Researchers have studied the global trade in highly hazardous chemicals subject to a global treaty — the Rotterdam Convention.
PA Environment Daily
JULY 28, 2023
The Delaware River Basin Commission will hold a hearing August 9 on water withdrawal requests to be considered at the next business meeting on September 7. ( formal notice ) The hearing will be held via Zoom August 9 starting at 1:30 p.m. The business meeting will be held via Zoom on September 7 at 10:30 a.m. Click Here for more information on how to join the hearing and meeting and for the agendas.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 28, 2023
Read the full story from WBUR. A new program wants to fund green building projects with state and federal money. We learn more about the Commonwealth’s new green bank and what impact it could have in helping the state reach its climate goals.
NRDC
JULY 28, 2023
Workers and communities urgently need protection from the ravages of killer heat.
Environmental News Bits
JULY 28, 2023
Read the full story at New Atlas. A team of researchers led by the University of Washington has developed a bioplastic that will degrade in your backyard compost bin. It’s made entirely from powdered spirulina, a biomass of cyanobacteria that can be consumed by humans and animals.
New Scientist
JULY 28, 2023
From "hot tub" sea temperatures in Florida to wildfires across Greek islands, we are seeing a record-breaking season of climate extremes
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