Real Climate
AUGUST 25, 2023
A few weeks ago, a study by Copenhagen University researchers Peter and Susanne Ditlevsen concluded that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is likely to pass a tipping point already this century, most probably around mid-century. Given the catastrophic consequences of an AMOC breakdown, the study made quite a few headlines but also met some skepticism.
Yale E360
AUGUST 25, 2023
After Ecuadorians overwhelmingly voted to ban new oil wells in a prized national park, the government challenged the legitimacy of the referendum and said it would continue drilling.
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New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
After the Chandrayaan-3 mission’s historic landing on the moon, the Indian Space Research Organisation’s rover has begun researching the composition of the surface and investigating water ice near the lunar south pole
Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 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: 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.
Enviromental Defense
AUGUST 25, 2023
Supervillains in movies are core to the plot and love to be the centre of attention. In real life, Canada’s biggest climate villains like to stay out of the public’s eye to avoid scrutiny. But transparency helps us hold power accountable. That’s why we’re revealing the people behind Canada’s oil and gas industry, who are fueling the climate crisis with their dedication to fossil fuels.
Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 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.
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Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 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
AUGUST 25, 2023
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the August 26 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - August 26 [PaEN] -- The Susquehanna River Basin Commission published notice in the August 26 PA Bulletin the Executive Director gave his approval to 25 water use permits for individual shale gas well drilling pads in Bradford, Cameron, Centre, Lycoming, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga counties.
Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 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
AUGUST 25, 2023
Wildlife conservation in Pennsylvania is a true success story. Our citizens are blessed with 480 species of birds and mammals. There are over 100 nesting bald eagles in the state. Black bear are healthy and expanding their range. White tail deer are abundant and healthy. Elk are thriving in the north central region of the state. Bobcat, fishers, and river otters are reproducing and providing recreation for many outdoor enthusiasts.
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.
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
Satellite images show an increase in greenery at dog sledding locations in the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, thanks to the fertilising effect of dog droppings
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
With funding from the Ocean Conservancy , Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful collaborated with numerous individuals, organizations and businesses who make their home in Lake Erie, to pilot devices made to capture debris that makes its way into the water. The devices, known as litter control booms, are designed to limit the spread of trash and debris and corral floating litter so it can be collected and removed from the waterway.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 25, 2023
by Neil Carter, University of Michigan A video showing a close encounter between a hiker in Utah and a mountain lion defending her cubs went viral in 2020.
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
Previous studies have overestimated the impact of early environment on how long people stay in education by neglecting key factors, according to a new analysis
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.
Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 2023
Science is turning to machines to unlock the secrets of the vast, mysterious pulse-of-the-planet phenomenon that is nocturnal migration.
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
Rates of cannabis and psychedelic use among adults in the US reached record highs in 2022, part of a decade-long upswing in the use of mind-altering drugs
Inside Climate News
AUGUST 25, 2023
A new study based on Breeding Bird Surveys found that grassland birds reacted even more negatively to corn and soybean fields than they did to land used for oil and gas development. By Lydia Larsen The struggle to meet a growing global energy demand is playing out across North Dakota’s landscape. On the western half of the state, oil and gas wells dot the Bakken shale, and farmers swap small grains, such as wheat, barley and oats, traditionally grown in the region, for corn and soybeans used as
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
It can be time consuming to test food and drink for potentially harmful bacteria, but viruses that naturally attack the bacteria can be gene edited to speed up the process
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Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 2023
Even supposed “climate havens” in the U.S. face a riskier future, and infrastructure often isn’t built to handle climate change.
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
Some companies are hiring specialists to help them get the best out of generative AI – but if the tech gets better at understanding what users want, such skills may not be needed
NRDC
AUGUST 25, 2023
They’re way more efficient and cost-effective than standard ACs. Even better, they double as carbon-slashing heating systems.
New Scientist
AUGUST 25, 2023
The predatory Atlantic blue crab has invaded Italian waters and is killing off young clams, which could undermine the global supply for years to come
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
The August 25 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- New Highbridge Biking Campsites Along Great Allegheny Passage near Ohiopyle -- Help needed at Forest Heritage Museum and Discovery Center at Caledonia State Park -- Masthead Photo: Davis Hollow Cabin Along The North Country Trail in Butler County now an online Jigsaw Puzzle -- Healthy Lands Week Sept, 23 to Oct. 1 Click Here to read the entire Take Five.
Scientific American
AUGUST 25, 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
AUGUST 25, 2023
Read the full story in Nature. Implementing a series of sustainable practices in health research could help the field to reduce its hefty carbon footprint, according to a report commissioned by health-research funder Wellcome.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
The federal Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement has awarded a $100,000 grant to the Western Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation to repair the Arnot Mine Drainage Treatment System in Tioga County. The funding is from OSMRE’s Watershed Cooperative Agreement Program that provides funds to nonprofit organizations for the construction of acid mine drainage treatment facilities that help restore the health of local streams.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Read the full story at Sustainable Brands. By upcycling agricultural waste, these three startups are replacing plastic with a new wave of packaging materials that ‘make no compromises along the supply chain.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
The DCNR Wild Resource Conservation Program will hold a hearing October 11 on grant applications submitted for FY 2023-24 funding. ( formal notice ) The hearing will be held in the 6th Floor Conference Room, Rachel Carson Building in Harrisburg starting at 11:00 a.m. Questions concerning this hearing can be directed to Jennifer Girton, (717) 787-3212, jgirton@pa.gov or Rebecca Bowen, (717) 772-0258, rebbowen@pa.gov.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Read the full story at eePro. A community of young skaters, led by Igor Hanecak, the founder of a waste upcycling organization, gathered together on April 29, 2023 to clean the skatepark area in Poprad, Slovakia, nestled under the beautiful High Tatras.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
On August 25, the Department of Agriculture announced 2,645 acres on 35 farms in 18 counties will be forever protected from future residential or commercial development. The investment of $8.64 million in state, county, and local dollars preserves prime farmland, so that Pennsylvania farms can continue feeding our families and our economy in the future.
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Read the full story at Food Processing. Packaging materials and operations continue to advance based on environmentally friendly initiatives, with some companies stepping up in big ways to meet that challenge.
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 25, 2023
The Department of Environmental Protection is inviting comments on a draft Supplement to the Manure Management For Environmental Protection Guidance covering animal manures and agricultural process wastewater. ( formal notice ) The criteria established in this Technical Guidance Document are required to be followed by all operations applying manure or agricultural process wastewater, farms that pasture animals and farms managing an Animal Concentration Area unless the operators obtain a permit o
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 25, 2023
Illinois EPA Director John J. Kim is announcing six upcoming Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) one-day collection locations for the Fall of 2023. These collection events are co-sponsored by units of local government and provide residents the free opportunity to safely dispose of unused or leftover hazardous products commonly found in homes.
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