Thu.Jun 08, 2023

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Canadian Transit Authority Places Large Electric Bus Order

Environment + Energy Leader

BAE Systems, which already powers 1,800 buses in the province of Québec, will supply its electric drive systems to Nova Bus for integration into the vehicles.

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DOWNCYCLE, RECYCLE, UPCYCLE

Cleannovate

Picture an elegant plastic paper packaging. After disposal, what happens to it? Three options might arise… First, it could be reformed into cheap straws… Secondly, it could be reused to make another paper bag… Lastly, it could be reformed into a casing for a computer.

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Watershed Introduces Corporate Climate Disclosures Platform

Environment + Energy Leader

The product is designed to assist companies in generating high-quality climate disclosures and to meet mandatory and voluntary reporting requirements.

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Accelerating Freight Decarbonization

Legal Planet

The Transport Decarbonisation Alliance (TDA) is a collaboration among countries, cities, regions and companies with the goal of accelerating the global transformation of the transport sector towards a net-zero emission mobility system by 2050. CLEE is actively supporting California Air Resources Board (CARB) with its TDA presidency through research and strategic coordination.

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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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Mercedes-Benz, H2 Green Steel Sign North American Supply Deal

Environment + Energy Leader

Mercedes-Bens and H2 Green Steel have signed a supply agreement for producing low-carbon steel in Europe and North America.

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Everything Is Connected — For Better or For Worse

Law and Environment

Greenwire (subscription required) reported yesterday that more than 150 wildfires in Quebec have blanketed large swaths of the United States with unhealthy levels of particulate matter. Indeed, as of 9:00 AM on Thursday, June 8, New York City has the worst air quality of any metropolitan area in the world. Some businesses are advising workers to stay home.

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Where Imagination Lives in Your Brain

Scientific American

The ability to conjure up possible futures or alternative realities is the flip side of memory.

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Carbon Growth Partners Reopens Second Offset Fund

Environment + Energy Leader

This framework ensures the quality, integrity, and positive environmental and social outcomes of the investments while striving for equitable benefit sharing with local communities.

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Octopuses Redesign Their Own Brains When They Get Chilly

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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Dutch Court Rules to Proceed with KLM ‘Greenwashing’ Lawsuit

Environment + Energy Leader

Environmental group Fossil Free considers the airline's sustainability ad misleading as it portrays a role in tackling climate change and argues there is currently no environmentally-friendly way to fly.

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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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Thursday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 6.8.23

PA Environment Daily

Are You Telling Your Story? House holds Regular Session June 12, 13, 14, 20, 21, 22 -- Committee Schedule Senate holds Regular Session June 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 9:00: Eyes On Shell Petrochemical Plant Accountability Campaign To Hold In-Person Rally. Beaver, Beaver County. 9:00 a.m. -- DEP Declares Statewide Code RED Air Quality Action Alert Due To Wildfire Smoke; Current Weather Patterns Likely To Continue Until Friday -- Scranton Times: ‘You

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Africa’s Largest Wind Farm Planned in Egypt

Environment + Energy Leader

The wind energy program is set to be one of the largest in the world with a project value of more than $10 billion and will help meet Egypt's growing energy needs, aligning with the nation's sustainable development goals.

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Taurine supplements extend lifespan and health in old age in mammals

New Scientist

Mice had longer lives and monkeys stayed healthier as they aged when given taurine supplements &

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Trafigura Discusses How Hydrogen-Based Fuels Can Decarbonize Shipping

Environment + Energy Leader

There are a plethora of ways the shipping industry can replace oil-derived bunker fuels with cleaner options, says Trafigura, in a White Paper: ammonia and methanol, to name two.

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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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Sound-based quantum computers could be built using chip-sized device

New Scientist

A chip-sized device can manipulate particles of sound in a way that mimics how particles of light are used in light-based quantum computers, opening the door for building sound-based quantum computers

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mRNA Vaccines Could Prevent Diseases in Farm Animals

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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Octopuses edit their own genetic code to adapt to colder water

New Scientist

When the temperature drops, octopuses recode their RNA in thousands of places to alter the proteins made in their nerve cells

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E. Jean Carroll's Case Reveals the 'Double Victimization' of Sexual Assault Survivors

Scientific American

Courts and the public are skeptical of sexual assault survivors who didn’t react violently to assault, placing a double burden on them. “Why didn’t you fight back?

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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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Republicans’ anti-ESG attack may be silencing insurers, but it isn’t changing their pro-climate business decisions

Environmental News Bits

by Rachel Kyte, Tufts University Over recent months there has been an orchestrated pushback against investors and insurers who integrate the risks of climate change into their business models. That pushback – emanating from Republican-led states – is having an impact on how companies speak publicly.

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Introducing Scientific American's New Today in Science Newsletter

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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Vagrant, machine or pioneer? How we think about a roving eagle offers insights into human attitudes toward nature

Environmental News Bits

by Adriana Craciun, Boston University The Steller’s sea eagle is one of the largest and most aggressive raptors in the world. With an 8-foot wingspan and striking white markings, these birds tower over their bald eagle cousins. Steller’s are sublime, but they aren’t beautiful in the way people often sentimentalize animals. Most adult Steller’s survived … Continue reading Vagrant, machine or pioneer?

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We finally know what causes morning sickness during pregnancy

New Scientist

A hormone called GDF15 has been identified as the cause of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, which should lead to ways to prevent and treat the most severe cases

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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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New high-tech helmets may protect American football players from debilitating concussions

Frontiers

by Angharad Brewer Gillham, Frontiers science writer Image/Shutterstock.com Evidence is mounting that head impacts in American football can lead to devastating neurological illness. Scientists searching for ways to protect players have developed a helmet containing liquid shock absorbers that cuts the impact of blows to the head by a third compared to existing models.

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Turbulence on flights is getting worse because of climate change

New Scientist

Climate data from 1979 to 2020 shows that clear air turbulence is occurring more frequently – a predicted consequence of a warmer atmosphere

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PA Parks & Forests Foundation Newsletter Spotlights Dark Skies In PA; Reading Trail Markers; Local Partnerships; Initiatives By Friends Of Groups; Much More!

PA Environment Daily

The summer edition of Penn’s Stewards newsletter from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation features articles on-- -- Dark Skies In The Keystone State -- How To Read Trail Markers For Hiking in PA -- Hiking Trail Etiquette -- Highlighting Local Partnerships To Improve Parks, Forests -- Friends Of Groups In Action Around the State -- Projects Supported by PPFF Members Click Here to read the entire newsletter.

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K?lauea volcano: Watch live footage of the eruption in Hawaii

New Scientist

The Kīlauea volcano in Hawaii has begun erupting, spewing volcanic gas and ash across the island

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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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BAAQMD Adopts Ambitious Revised 2022 CEQA Guidelines

CEQA Developments

In late April the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (“BAAQMD”) promulgated its revised 2022 CEQA Guidelines (“2022 Guidelines”), available here. Previously BAAQMD had published guidelines in 2012, which were the subject of litigation culminating in the California Supreme Court’s decision in California Building Industry Assn. v.

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American Crayfish Atlas

Environmental News Bits

The American Crayfish Atlas is a collaborative project developed in the lab of Dr. Christopher Taylor at the Illinois Natural History Survey, Prairie Research Institute. Dr. Taylor researches the conservation and systematics of North American crayfishes and serves as the curator of fish and crustaceans at INHS. This website is designed and maintained by Ms.

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Statement on the Climate Aligned Finance Act advancing one step closer to becoming law

Enviromental Defense

Statement from Julie Segal, Senior Program Manager, Climate Finance Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat – The Climate Aligned Finance Act (CAFA) advanced one step closer to becoming law, and if passed, it would be the most thorough piece of climate finance legislation in the world.

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Why insurance companies are pulling out of California and Florida, and how to fix some of the underlying problems

Environmental News Bits

by Melanie Gall, Arizona State University When the nation’s No. 1 and No. 4 property and casualty insurance companies – State Farm and Allstate – confirmed that they would stop issuing new home insurance policies in California, it may have been a shock but shouldn’t have been a surprise.

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Ukraine Kakhovka dam explosion: Flooding is devastating wildlife

New Scientist

Thousands of people have been evacuated due to the breach of the Kakhovka dam in Ukraine.