Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Statement by Julia Levin, Associate Director, National Climate, Environmental Defence Ottawa | Traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg People The Government of Canadas new greenhouse gas emissions reduction target for 2035 is deeply disappointing, and signals that the government is not committed to the clean energy future that Canadians are demanding.

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Yale E360

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The reintroduction of endangered wolves to Yellowstone National Park 30 years ago was a major conservation victory. But as wolves have spread across the West, anger and resentment at the apex predator has escalated, with hunters in some states increasingly targeting them.

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Federal Liberal incumbents would lose significant support if they fail to act to protect environmental values within federal jurisdiction Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat As January 2025 deadlines near for federal decisions to require impact assessment and protect a key endangered species along the 413 route, a large, fine-grained poll of GTA voters , commissioned by Environmental Defence, shows that they wo

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Nanotech

DECEMBER 12, 2024

On November 21, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a draft Interim Framework for Advancing Consideration of Cumulative Impacts (Interim Framework). 89 Fed. Reg. 92125. According to EPA, the Interim Framework provides a shared reference point for EPA programs and regions as they determine when and how to analyze and consider cumulative impacts.

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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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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 12, 2024

CALGARY/TERRITORIES OF THE BLACKFOOT AND PEOPLES OF TREATIES 6 AND 7, HOME TO MTIS NATION OF ALBERTA, REGION III Environmental and health groups are calling on the federal government to investigate Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) in light of data showing many of its oil and gas facilities in Alberta are failing to report dangerous emissions, including benzene, volatile organic compounds and fine particulate matter, to the National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI).

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Systems that operate on behalf of people or corporations are the latest product from the AI boom, but these “agents” may present new and unpredictable risks

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Unsolvable problems, many-dimensional wheels and new prime numbers are among new mathematical discoveries this year

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A fungus named Psilocybe ochraceocentrata is the closest relative of a widely cultivated psychedelic mushroom, giving clues to their evolutionary origins

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The way scientists recognize one another’s work overlooks the seminal contributions of Black scientists.

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Large drones have been spotted flying over the US for weeks, and state and federal officials say they still have no idea who is behind the flights

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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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Scientific American

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The oldest human genomes ever sequenced reveal that our Neandertal ancestry came from one “pulse” of interbreeding and pins down the timing

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The US Navy has many tasks it wants quantum devices to tackle, from setting maintenance schedules to enabling nearly unhackable communication

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Yale E360

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The reintroduction of endangered wolves to Yellowstone National Park 30 years ago was a major conservation victory. But as wolves have spread across the West, anger and resentment at the apex predator has escalated, with hunters in some states increasingly targeting them.

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A survey of more than 56,000 sun-like stars reveals that superflares that are linked to bursts of radiation which play havoc with electronics on Earth may happen every 100 to 200 years and we may be overdue one

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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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Law Columbia

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Introduction On November 12, 2024, the Dutch Court of Appeal in The Hague issued its eagerly awaited appeals judgment in Milieudefensie (Friends of the Earth Netherlands) and others v. Royal Dutch Shell. The applicants sought an injunction declaring that Shell is legally bound to reduce its carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 45% below 2019 levels by 2030.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and New York State are underscoring the high number of these vehicles in the U.S.

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A Greener Life

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Image generated by AI. By Cui Qiwen Chinas solar industry continues to face serious price and competition issues , with over 30% of listed solar companies reporting losses. The industry is bleeding, with razor-thin profit margins, said China Photovoltaic Industry Association (CPIA) Chairperson Cao Renxian at the 2024 Annual Solar Industry Conference , held on 5 December in Yibin, Sichuan province.

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National Law Center

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The Feed newsletter highlights recent legal developments affecting agriculture, with issues released twice a month. Click below to sign up for. The post The Feed: Vol. 2, Issue 23 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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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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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In November 2024, the Deputy Secretary for Energy (S2) issued a memo outlining DOE’s approach to Research, Technology, and Economic Security (RTES) risk in financial assistance and loan activities. The memo includes an overview of DOEs goals, process, high-level risk factors, and commitment to mitigation.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Today, the MISO Board of Directors took the landmark step of approving what is likely the largest single investment in the history of the US power grid. For its part, the transmission advocacy group Clean Grid Alliance calls MISOs action the biggest regional grid upgrade ever in the United States. In 2022, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)the entity that runs the electric grid for much of the Midwestrolled out a portfolio of transmission upgrades known as Tranche 1 of its Long

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Download the report. We estimate that global GHG emissions rose in 2023 by 1.2% over the previous year, reaching 51.8 gigatons of CO2-equivalent on net. This follows a 1.0% increase in 2022 as countries recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic disruptions of 2020.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The Midwest is about to get a major power boostgenerating jobs, economic growth, and enabling a cleaner energy future at the same time. Meeting our clean energy ambitions in the face of growing power demand , extreme weather risks , and simply keeping the lights on with an aging system are putting a significant strain on the bulk transmission system that delivers electricity from power plants to consumers.

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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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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story from Cornell University. A new analysis of data from a long-term study finds that warmer winters driven by climate change reduced the number of offspring raised annually by the federally threatened Florida scrub-jay by 25% since 1981.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The Supreme Court heard oral argument recently in the Seven Counties case. The issue in the case is the scope of an agencys duty to consider the environmental effects of its actions. Several arguments popped up in the discussion that appealed to at least some of the Justices. We think that they would do well to rethink them. Each of the arguments distracts attention from what ought to be the key question: what impacts should the agency take into account in making its decision?

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story from the American Chemical Society. Not all plastics are equal — some types and colors are easier to recycle than others. For instance, black foam and black coffee lids, which are often made of polystyrene, usually end up in landfills because color additives lead to ineffective sorting.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Eliminating fossil fuel-powered vehicles from the road is necessary to fight climate change and save thousands of lives at risk due to poor air quality. As governments and the auto industry advance the switch to electric vehicles, this rapid technology transition may disrupt traditional mobility patternsand, without equitable planning and policy, it has the potential for negative impacts to mobility and affordability in underserved and lower-income communities.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story from High Country News. Every year, the Western monarch butterfly population undertakes an epic migration that spans 11 states in the region. About half that acreage is public land, but a new analysis has found that the migrating insects greatly prefer private property, suggesting that private-land conservation has outsized importance for … Continue reading Western monarch butterflies favor private land.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at ESG Dive. Carbon removal project developers Return Carbon and Verified Carbon are collaborating on a direct air capture facility that will run entirely on wind power, a feat the pair called a first for the sector on Thursday.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at Carbon180. This fall, dozens of farmers, universities, non-profits, and other entities kicked off the implementation of their Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG), after the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced awards earlier this year.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story from the Carbon to Sea Initiative. Today, the Carbon to Sea Initiative and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced a new Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) to develop data management guidelines for ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (oCDR) research also referred to as marine CDR or mCDR.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at The New Lede. People searching for ways to limit the toll industrialized American agriculture takes on communities, land, and water may want to make a visit to Clear Creek Acres in northern Iowa.

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