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Does California Need New Nuclear Power Plants?

Union of Concerned Scientists

Theres been a lot of talk about nuclear power recently. Plant owners have been making plans to restart their retired nuclear power plants, Google signed the first corporate deal to purchase energy from small modular nuclear reactors, and the US pledged to triple its nuclear generating capacity by 2050. As one energy news outlet put it, 2024 was a breakout year for the US nuclear power sector at least on paper.

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As Oceans Warm, Predators Are Falling Out of Sync with Their Prey

Yale E360

In the sea as on land, climate change is driving shifts in the abundance and distribution of species. Scientists are just beginning to focus on why some fish predators and prey like striped bass and menhaden on the U.S. East Coast are changing their behavior as waters warm.

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The world is on track for between 1.9 and 3.7°C of warming by 2100

New Scientist

While some progress has been made in limiting greenhouse gas emissions, we are still on the path for high levels of global warming

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Mysterious Blobs Found in Cells Are Rewriting How Life Works

Scientific American

Tiny specks called biomolecular condensates are leading to a new understanding of the cell

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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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Are Our Public Lands on the Chopping Block Again?

NRDC

Another assault on America's natural heritage puts cultures, wildlife, tourism, and our climate at risk.

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Warmer, Greener Arctic Becoming a Source of Heat-Trapping Gas

Yale E360

As the northern latitudes warm, ice is melting and vegetation is growing more abundant. But instead of absorbing more carbon, the region is becoming a source of heat-trapping gas, a new study shows.

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Do Chatbots Just Need More Time to ‘Think’?

Scientific American

A technique called “test-time compute” can improve how AI responds to some hard questions, but it comes at a cost

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Momentum builds to stop big biomass in California

NRDC

Nearly 50,000 people, elected officials, and over 185 organizations call on California to reject GSNR's wood pellet production and export project.

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Deadly Encounter: Mountain Lion Attacks Spark Controversy

Yale E360

A mountain lion attack that killed a young California man last year has reignited a debate over how the big cats should be managed. Some are calling for renewed hunting of the animals, while others are advocating nonlethal methods of instilling a fear of humans in the big cats.

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Dark oxygen: New deep sea expedition to explore mysterious discovery

New Scientist

The shock discovery that metallic nodules could be producing oxygen in the deep sea made headlines last year now the team behind it is launching a new project to confirm and explain the findings

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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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How Neandertal DNA May Affect the Way We Think

Scientific American

DNA inherited from Neandertals may influence modern human cognition

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Northcentral PA Conservancy Partners With McMorris Family To Preserve 60-Acre Farm In Lycoming County

PA Environment Daily

By Renee' Carey, Northcentral PA Conservancy In the heart of Lycoming County, the McMorris family has nurtured a 60-acre farm that tells a story of stewardship, family, and a love for the land. Recently, Marc McMorris and his siblings partnered with the Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy (NPC) to establish a conservation easement, ensuring the conservation of their cherished family property for generations to come.

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NYSDEC Issues Final Revised Freshwater Wetlands Regulations

SPR Law

On December 31, 2024, NYSDEC announced the adoption of final revisions to its freshwater wetlands regulations, 6 NYCRR Part 664. The revised regulations took effect on January 1, 2025. These regulations implement amendments that the New York State Legislature enacted in 2022 to Article 24 of the Environmental Conservation Law (ECL)the States Freshwater Wetlands Act… The post NYSDEC Issues Final Revised Freshwater Wetlands Regulations appeared first on Sive Paget & Riesel PC.

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Towering structures in Earth’s depths may be billions of years old

New Scientist

New measurements suggest mysterious continent-sized masses in our planets lower mantle may be extremely stable features

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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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Painful Endometriosis Can Affect the Whole Body, Not Only the Pelvis

Scientific American

This disease is now genetically linked to widespread inflammation, asthma, migraines, and more

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Master Watershed Steward Bethany Canner Leads Community Events In Lebanon County

PA Environment Daily

By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News In 2020, Bethany Canner became an inaugural member of the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward volunteer program in the Lower Susquehanna region. However, her curiosity and interest in watershed management date back to her childhood. I grew up with a small stream in our yard and was always exploring the environment around it, Canner recalled.

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Peecycling: From Liquid Waste to Healthy Crops

Earth 911

Composting toilets are very rare in the U.S., but a quiet infrastructure crisis, and the. The post Peecycling: From Liquid Waste to Healthy Crops appeared first on Earth911.

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Twisted crystals show hints of a new kind of superconductivity

New Scientist

A double layer of tungsten diselenide behaves as a superconductor at very low temperatures, which could suggest a new route to developing materials that do so at room temperature

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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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Earth Sings with Mysterious Chorus Waves—and Deep Space Does, Too

Scientific American

Peculiar bursts of energy called chorus waves have been detected in deep space far from our planet, suggesting they could pose problems for long-distance space travel

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DCNR Now Accepting Applications For Recreation, Land Conservation, Riparian Buffers Thru April 2

PA Environment Daily

On January 22, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources opened the latest round of Community Conservation Partnerships Program funding for communities across Pennsylvania to fund parks, recreation, land conservation and riparian buffer projects. The deadline to apply is April 2. These grants are a key part of the Shapiro Administrations commitment to revitalizing communities and expanding outdoor opportunities, addressing the growing demand within Pennsylvanias $19 billion outdoor re

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Can AI Help Turn Concrete From Climate Polluter to Carbon Sink?

Climate Change Blawg

New article regarding climate science, invention and AI kindly contributed for the community viaCorey Cottrell on Bluesky: @coreycottrell.bsky.social. Views are Coreys and dont necessarily reflect the views of our independent Editors. Hope you enjoy and if you find it insightful please engage with Corey on Bluesky or share wider or pay it forward. Very best […] The post Can AI Help Turn Concrete From Climate Polluter to Carbon Sink?

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Giant sloths lived alongside humans in South America for millennia

New Scientist

South American megafauna, from giant sloths to camel-like creatures, survived thousands of years longer than we thought, challenging the idea that they were hunted to extinction by humans

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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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How Sports Betting Apps Use Psychology to Keep Users Gambling

Scientific American

Mobile sports betting apps’ frictionless designs, personalized notifications and 24/7 availability have many gambling addiction experts worried

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Guest Essay: Stop Microplastics Now! Campaign Urges Pennsylvanians To Sign Petition To Monitor Microplastics As A Drinking Water Contaminant

PA Environment Daily

By Kathy Cook, Food & Water Watch Pennsylvania Food and Water Watchs national campaign called Stop Microplastics Now! aims to put microplastics on the federal Food and Drug Administration list of water contaminants that it monitors. Here in Pennsylvania, this campaign is bringing together environmental advocacy organizations and citizens to contact Governor Shapiros office and ask him to join the governors petition to the EPA asking that microplastics be included in the upcoming Sixth Unregu

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How To: Go Snow Day Birding (with Merlin)

Cool Green Science

Or how I learned to love winter wildlife watching (with a little help from technology and the perfect pair of mittens.) The post How To: Go Snow Day Birding (with Merlin) appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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How to see all the solar system’s planets in the night sky at once

New Scientist

All seven of the other planets in our solar system are about to become visible at once in a great planetary alignment heres how to spot the celestial show

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Why Grapefruit Interferes with Medication, and What to Do about It

Scientific American

Could gene editing produce a tasty citrus fruit that doesn’t interfere with prescription drugs?

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Fish & Boat Commission Hosts 8-Part 'Mission Mondays' Webinar Series On Its Initiatives To Protect, Conserve And Enhance PA's Aquatic Resources From Feb. 3 to March 31

PA Environment Daily

The Fish and Boat Commission is hosting an 8-part 'Mission Mondays' webinar series highlighting its efforts to protect, conserve and enhance Pennsylvania's aquatic resources. The webinars will be held from Noon to 12:30 p.m. on-- -- February 3: Importance Of PA Mussels : Come learn about the Mighty Mussels of PAs waters! Join PA Fish and Boat Commission staff as we explore the world of freshwater mussels and their role in preserving clean waterways. -- February 10: Delaware River Highlights : Jo

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Meet the Channel-billed Cuckoo, the World’s Largest Brood Parasite

Cool Green Science

Summer in eastern Australia means one thing: the arrival of the channel-billed cuckoos, the worlds largest brood parasite and one very cool bird. The post Meet the Channel-billed Cuckoo, the Worlds Largest Brood Parasite appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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A cosmic shape could explain the fundamental nature of the universe

New Scientist

Physicists have created a 3D shape called the cosmohedron, which can be used to reconstruct the quantum wavefunction of the universe - and potentially do away with the idea of space-time as the underlying fabric of the universe

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Los Angeles Fires Force Us to Confront Our Dystopian Present

Scientific American

Decades of warnings went ignored about the threats from climate change.

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Stories You May Have Missed Last Week: PA Environment & Energy Articles & NewsClips By Topic

PA Environment Daily

PA Environment Digest Puts Links To The Best Environment & Energy Articles and NewsClips From Last Week Here By Topic-- -- 1.20.25 - PA Environment Digest - All Articles & NewsClips From This Issue By Topic Other Handy Groups Of Articles & NewsClips From This Week-- -- 128 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported

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