Legal Planet
JUNE 26, 2023
One of the most important provisions, of the new NEPA law, § 107(f), allows the lead agency to delegate preparation of environmental reviews to project applicants. There are unsettled questions about when this provision applies and how it interfaces with other parts of NEPA. There are clear conflicts of interest in assigning this role to the project applicant.
Yale E360
JUNE 29, 2023
In a first for the U.S. power sector, wind and solar have generated more electricity than coal so far this year.
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Union of Concerned Scientists
JUNE 26, 2023
If you are worried about the rising cost of food, you are not alone. In the United States, approximately 1 in 10 households experience food insecurity (although research suggests it’s actually many more than that). Dramatic inflation , coupled with the premature expiration of additional dollars for those receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and new work requirements for some SNAP recipients, has led to widespread worry about hunger.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
Up to 60 grant awards are open to states, territories, Tribal governments, municipalities and eligible nonprofit recipients, as well as coalitions led by an eligible lead applicant.
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
Legal Planet
JUNE 29, 2023
This article is a summary of the third interview in a three-part interview series that explores how digitalization is reshaping environmental governance. I spoke with Sake Kruk who’s a Ph.D. researcher at the Environmental Policy Group at Wageningen University, Wageningen, Netherlands. His research examines how digital technologies are ushering in a new form of environmental governance within food systems, specifically as it relates to sustainability assurance within aquaculture.
Yale E360
JUNE 26, 2023
Cape Hatteras National Seashore has long been one of the jewels of the U.S. parks system, as managers worked to protect beaches and marshes amid an influx of tourists. But now rising sea levels, severe erosion, and a shifting shoreline are raising questions about its future.
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Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 29, 2023
Fusion energy has the potential to be a nearly limitless, emissions-free energy source, and making the energy commercially viable would completely transform the energy sector.
NAEP Leadership Blog
JUNE 28, 2023
The National Association of Environmental Professionals’ National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Working Group is pleased to present the 2022 Annual NEPA Report. This report contains summaries of NEPA development during the year as well as the NEPA Working Group’s efforts for the past year. This report is prepared and published through the initiative and volunteer efforts of members of the NAEP NEPA Working Group.
Yale E360
JUNE 28, 2023
Indonesia and Malaysia have cut deforestation by more than half in recent years, a new report shows.
Union of Concerned Scientists
JUNE 28, 2023
The Oppenheimer film comes out July 21 st. I have only viewed the trailer, so I am not certain which themes will be central to the film. But I have enough familiarity with the history of the Manhattan Project to do some speculation. I’ll be very interested to see how this particular film, presents the United States’ nuclear weapons origin story. With that in mind, I have some advice for a few things to look for when watching the film, and after the film you may find it useful to do some deeper r
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
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 26, 2023
Additionally, companies are actively promoting the shift towards digital payments through innovative programs like Digital First, allowing cardholders to opt for virtual cards instead of physical ones.
Scientific American
JUNE 30, 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.
Yale E360
JUNE 26, 2023
The Victorian grassland earless dragon, not seen in the wild since 1969, has been rediscovered, Australian officials said.
New Scientist
JUNE 28, 2023
An analysis of foraging societies from around the world has found that women hunt in the vast majority of those looked at, confirming that the idea of gender division in providing food is a myth
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 28, 2023
The M0.0NSHOT is said to be made from materials with no carbon impacts and the company has released a toolkit to inform the footwear industry.
Scientific American
JUNE 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.
Yale E360
JUNE 28, 2023
A drop in air pollution in India at the height of the coronavirus pandemic slowed the melting of snow in the Himalayas, a new study finds.
Ocean Conservancy
JUNE 27, 2023
Sometimes, you can look at an animal and their name just makes sense. Tiger sharks have tiger-like stripes, sea slugs look like land slugs and blue whales are, well, quite blue. The same thing is true for the aptly named unicornfish. As you can probably guess, the unicornfish gets its moniker from the unicorn-horn-like protrusion sticking out of its face.
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 28, 2023
Extreme temperatures in Texas have set a new June peak record for electrical demand, according to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas.
Scientific American
JUNE 26, 2023
Solar power has been crucial to keeping the power on in Texas while the state experiences a major heat wave, even as some politicians have attempted to make it more difficult to connect renewable energy to the grid
New Scientist
JUNE 27, 2023
An expedition to hunt for fragments of a possible interstellar meteor has found 40 tiny iron spherules on the sea floor – but whether they are truly interstellar is controversial
Legal Planet
JUNE 29, 2023
A recent report from ACEEE reinforces California’s leadership in vehicle electrification–at the state level, California’s EV policies, incentives, and supporting strategies outpace the closest competitors by a significant margin (and most pro-electrification states’ programs owe their design and federal authorization to California): Source: ACEEE, 2023 Transportation Electrification Scorecard.
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.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 28, 2023
The report sheds light on the need for stability in order to foster sustainable growth and encourages stakeholders to seek innovative solutions to mitigate the impact of market volatility.
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
Law and Environment
JUNE 28, 2023
The Wharf District Council recently released its “ District Protection and Resiliency Plan.” My immediate reaction is just a quiet OMG regarding the size of the task. Of course, that’s no excuse for inaction and I found the plan to be quite compelling. The Wharf District runs from Christopher Columbus Park to the Congress Street bridge. Its landward boundary is basically Congress Street.
Energy & the Law
JUNE 28, 2023
LSU 3B Tommy “Tanks” salutes energyandthelaw at the Men’s College World Series. Co-author Cahill Maffei* Can a non-operating working interest in a Texas oil and gas lease be adversely possessed? The Amarillo Court of Appeals said yes in PBEX II, LLC v. Dorchester Minerals, L.P. In 1989, Torch Oil & Gas succeeded to a working interest in two producing gas wells.
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Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 26, 2023
A report by global safety charity Lloyd's Register Foundation shows individuals in countries heavily reliant on fossil fuel production are less likely to perceive climate change as a significant threat.
Scientific American
JUNE 29, 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.
Legal Planet
JUNE 27, 2023
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is the state’s lead agency on zero-emission vehicle policy, from its first-in-the-nation mandate on automakers to produce zero-emission models to its wide-ranging incentive programs, among other policy approaches. But in 2021, the California State Auditor released a report criticizing how CARB measures the effects of its zero-emission vehicle policies.
National Law Center
JUNE 29, 2023
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, Volume 1, Issue 12 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Environment + Energy Leader
JUNE 28, 2023
Early on in Divert’s history, we met with an investor who sat us down, literally banged on a table, and told us to “stop trying to chase venture capital and go secure a customer.
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