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Lenovo's Journey to Net-Zero: Natural Resources Conservation

3BL Media

In this video series, we aim to demonstrate how Lenovo is taking action and measuring progress toward net-zero emissions through sustainable product design, conserving natural resources, and increasing sustainability in our supply chain. In a nutshell: Even if we achieve the goal of the Paris Agreement and limit global warming to 1.5

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Marathon Petroleum Donation Benefits Ohio State's School of Environment and Natural Resources

3BL Media

DESCRIPTION: Marathon Petroleum donated $250,000 to The Ohio State University School of Environment and Natural Resources (SENR) to advance terrestrial wildlife ecology research, student learning and sustainability, and diversity and inclusion scholarships. SOURCE: Marathon Petroleum Corporation.

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DCNR Budget Testimony: Supporting PA’s Outdoor Recreation Industry, Conserving Natural Resources

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Acting Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn prepared this written testimony to submit to the Senate and House Appropriations Committees outlining Gov. By conserving and stewarding our Commonwealth’s natural resources, DCNR is vital to Pennsylvania’s booming outdoor recreation industry.

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Climate change will speed up the depletion of natural resources 

A Greener Life

New research is warning that natural resources are depleting faster than normal due to climate change. The report states that a vicious cycle links the depletion of natural resources with escalating violent conflict in several parts of the world both of which is exacerbated by climate change.

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??Climate Change Adaptation Checklist for Climate Smart Projects: A Tool for Natural Resource Agencies

Environmental News Bits

The Checklist supports your ability to: Step 1: Climate Quick Check Identify how the project may be impacted by climate change over its lifetime by considering a range of indicators Step 2: Evaluation of Climate … Continue reading ​​Climate Change Adaptation Checklist for Climate Smart Projects: A Tool for Natural Resource Agencies

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Greenberg Traurig’s Energy & Natural Resources Practice Recognized in 2023 ‘Best Law Firms’ Report

E2 Law Blog

The firm’s Energy & Natural Resources Practice was honored to receive two National Tier 1 rankings and 11 Top-Tier Metropolitan rankings, shown in more detail below. Tier 2 – Natural Resources Law. Tier 2 – Natural Resources Law. National Rankings: Tier 1 – Oil & Gas Law. Tier 1 – Energy Law.

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PA Chapter Of Natural Resources Extension Professionals Names Ross Snook Of Montgomery County Natural Resources Education Champion

PA Environment Daily

By Andy Yenta, Extension Renewable Natural Resources Educator The PA Chapter of the Association of Natural Resources Extension Professionals has selected Ross Snook of Montgomery County as its Natural Resources Education Champion for 2021.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Council Meets March 22 On Proposed Budget, Heritage Areas

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to meet on March 22 to hear an overview of Gov. For more information, visit DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage. Shapiro's proposed FY 2023-24 state budget and a presentation on Pennsylvania's Heritage Areas.

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Companies protect natural resources and gain competitive advantage by financing eco-friendly equipment

Environmental News Bits

However, another standard that’s quickly becoming a must-have is equipment that meets current and future sustainability benchmarks—in an effort to maintain brand reputation and customer patronage, as well as reduce greenhouse gas … Continue reading Companies protect natural resources and gain competitive advantage by financing eco-friendly equipment. (..)

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DCNR's Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Jan. 25 On Private Forest Land Stewardship, Other Issues

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to hold a meeting on January 25 on private forest land stewardship and other issues. For more information, visit DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage. Cindy Adams Dunn, recently named by Gov.

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GT’s Energy & Natural Resources Practice, Attorneys Recognized in Chambers USA 2022 Guide

E2 Law Blog

The Energy & Natural Resources Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP is recognized in the 2022 Chambers USA Guide. DeTore – Massachusetts: Energy & Natural Resources. Downing – Florida: Energy & Natural Resources. Macaux – Massachusetts: Energy & Natural Resources – NEW.

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Identifying the Natural Resources Subject to the Environmental Rights Amendment

E2 Law Blog

The Supreme Court reversed the Commonwealth Court and held that all the amounts received by the commonwealth when it leased state lands for oil and gas development had to be appropriated to conservation and protection of public natural resources. 12, 2021.

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GT Energy & Natural Resources Practice and 13 Attorneys Ranked in the 2022 Legal 500 U.S. Guide

E2 Law Blog

Thirteen attorneys from the Energy & Natural Resources Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2022 Guide. The Greenberg Traurig Energy & Natural Resources Practice attorneys listed below are recommended in the 2022 list: Attorney. Practice Area. Iskender H.

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GT’s Energy & Natural Resources Practice, Attorneys Recognized by 2021 Chambers USA

E2 Law Blog

The Energy & Natural Resources Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to receive increased recognition in the prestigious 2021 Chambers USA Guide. The Energy & Natural Resources Practice is once again recognized in the guide’s USA-Nationwide Energy: Oil & Gas (Regulatory & Litigation) category.

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Lackawanna College Announces Spring Session Of The Conservation & Natural Resource Certificate Program

PA Environment Daily

The Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center (LCEEC) has announced the addition of a spring session of the Conservation and Natural Resource (CNR) Certificate Program. The program is currently accepting applications and is set to begin January 24, 2022 and will end May 13, 2022.

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Better Path Coalition, FracTracker Alliance Release Pennsylvania Is Worth Protecting, A Visual Reminder Of The People, Places & Natural Resources Worth Protecting From Environmental Devastation, Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

The Worth Protecting project reminds us of our innate desire to protect what we depend on: community and natural resources. The online edition includes photos that did not appear in the book due to space limitations.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Council Meets Sept. 28 To Hear Updates On 3 New State Parks, Utility-Scale Solar Facility Guidance, Trails Program

PA Environment Daily

DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Council is scheduled to meet September 28 to hear updates on three new state parks and new utility-scale solar facility guidance. For more information, visit DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Council webpage. Click Here to register to join the meeting online via WebEx.

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Lackawanna College Environmental Ed Center Accepting Applications For Fall Conservation & Natural Resource Certificate

PA Environment Daily

The Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center is accepting applications for their Conservation and Natural Resource Certificate Program. The program is set to begin August 29, 2022, and ends December 16, 2022.

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Greenberg Traurig Energy & Natural Resources Practice Recognized in 2022 Edition of Best Law Firms

E2 Law Blog

Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s (GT) Energy & Natural Resources Practice earned multiple recognitions in the 2022 U.S. GT’s Energy & Natural Resource Practice Rankings: Ranking Type. News – Best Lawyers’ “ Best Law Firms” report.

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USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Accepting Applications For Stream Restoration Disaster Assistance In 15 PA Counties

PA Environment Daily

On November 1, USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist Denise Coleman announced that Pennsylvania is currently taking applications for natural disaster recovery efforts in Berks, Bradford, Bucks, Chester, Huntingdon. Posted: November 1, 2021] PA Environment Digest

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Enviva’s Port of Chesapeake Recognized for Environmental Responsibility

Environment + Energy Leader

Enviva is the largest global producer of industrial wood pellets, a renewable and sustainable energy source produced by aggregating a natural resource, wood fiber, and processing it into a transportable form, wood pellets.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Nov. 16 On Plan For Investing Federal American Rescue Plan Funding

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resource's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to meet November 16 on DCNR's plan for investing federal American Rescue Plan Funding on infrastructure projects. Join the Meeting The meeting will be held from 10:00 a.m.

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Gov. Wolf Announces $90 Million Investment In More Than 330 Projects To Improve Recreation, Conserve Natural Resources; Special Fall DCNR Grant Round Now Open

PA Environment Daily

historic investment of $90 million for more than 330 projects across Pennsylvania that will create new recreational opportunities, conserve natural resources, and help revitalize local communities. Under the administration of Gov.

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As Planet Warms, Water Risks Abound

Circle of Blue

Five of the top six risks over the next decade fit that category: failure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or adapt to a warming climate; extreme weather; biodiversity and ecosystem collapse; and, in general terms, “natural resource crises.”

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Greenberg Traurig Energy & Natural Resources Attorneys Recognized in 2022 Edition of Best Lawyers

E2 Law Blog

Seven attorneys from the Energy & Natural Resources Practice at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in the 2022 editions of Best Lawyers and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. Best Lawyers. Greenberg Traurig Attorney. Practice Area Recognized. Market Recognized. Energy Law. Boston, MA. Energy Law.

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DEP Now Accepting Applications For Small Business Advantage Grants For Natural Resource Conservation, Energy Efficiency, Pollution Prevention Projects

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting applications for up to $1 million in Small Business Advantage Grants to support natural resource conservation, energy efficiency and pollution prevention projects. The deadline is March 24. Maximum funding will vary based on project location and environmental impact.

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War and the Environment

Legal Planet

From the contamination of land and the destruction of forests to the plunder of natural resources and the collapse of management systems, the environmental consequences of war are often widespread and devastating.” General Secretary said in 2014: “The environment has long been a silent casualty of war and armed conflict.

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Greenberg Traurig Energy & Natural Resources Practice and 16 Attorneys Ranked in the 2021 Legal 500 U.S. Guide

E2 Law Blog

Sixteen attorneys from the Energy & Natural Resources Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in The Legal 500 United States 2021 Guide.

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DCNR's Conservation & Natural Resources Council Hosts Oct. 27 Economics And The Outdoors Webinar

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation & Natural Resources Council will host another in its series of CNRAC Conversations on October 27 featuring a discussion of Economics and the Outdoors from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. For more information on the Council, visit DCNR’s Conservation & Natural Resources Council webpage.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Hosts April 27 Webinar On Economics And The Outdoors - Funding Needs, Opportunities

PA Environment Daily

On April 27, DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council will host Part 2 of its CNRAC Conversations on Economics and the Outdoors from 10:30 a.m. Visit the Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage to learn more about its initiatives. Click Here to register and join the discussion.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Sept. 22 On Emergency Preparedness; Oct. 27 Economics And The Outdoors Discussion

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting September 22 from 10:00 a.m. In recognition of September named as Preparedness Month, DCNR staff from several bureaus will present on Preparing for Natural Disasters and their Aftermath.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets May 25 To Reservation System, ATV Pilot, Next Gen Council, Other Updates

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to meet May 25 to hear updates on a variety of issues, including camping reservation system changes, the ATV Pilot Program, Next Gen Council and more. For more information, visit DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Requests Public Meetings On Proposed Very Low-Level Combat Training Flights By Maryland National Guard In PA Wilds

PA Environment Daily

On November 17, DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council expressed its concern about a proposal by the Maryland National Guard for very low-level combat training flights over the PA Wilds in Northcentral Pennsylvania. Read more here.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets July 27 On State Budget, Forestry Strategic Plan, New E-Bike Policy

PA Environment Daily

For more information and available handouts, visit DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage. The meeting will be held in Room 105 of the Rachel Carson Building starting at 10:00 a.m. Click Here to join the meeting online via WebEx.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Jan. 26 With New Director Of Outdoor Recreation, Broadband, 2022 Priorities

PA Environment Daily

The DCNR Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council will hold a virtual meeting January 26 on a variety of topics. For more information, visit DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage. New Director Of Outdoor Recreation Nathan Reigner, Ph.D.

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Federal Water Tap, February 6: EPA Vetoes Pebble Mine in Alaska

Circle of Blue

On February 8, the House Natural Resources Committee will discuss increasing domestic energy and mineral production. On February 9, a House Natural Resources subcommittee will hold a hearing on critical minerals acquired from foreign countries.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets March 23 On Forest Management In State Parks, DCNR’s Budget Proposal

PA Environment Daily

DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to meet March 23 to hear presentations on forest management in state parks and DCNR’s proposed FY 2022-23 budget. For more information and available handouts, visit DCNR’s Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage.

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DCNR Secretary Outlines 2022 Priorities To Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council, Including Need For $1.4 Billion In Infrastructure Improvements

PA Environment Daily

On January 26, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn highlighted the agency‘s 2022 priorities at the first Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council meeting of the year.

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Massachusetts Codifies “No Net Loss” Conservation Policy Under Article 97

Law and Environment

Identify replacement land or an interest in land in comparable location that is of equal or greater natural resource value and acreage and monetary value, as determined by an independent appraisal. Submit the analysis to EEA and make the analysis public. Take or dedicate the replacement land in perpetuity for Article 97 purposes.

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Judicial Review on the Validity of Contract Concerning Natural Resources Exploitation and Utilization in Special Regions

Vermont Law

When the idea of ecological civilization and green development became part of China’s national strategy, the issue of illegal exploitation and utilization of natural resources in nature reserves and other special regions also became a public concern.

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FRESH, November 22, 2022: Freshwater Mussel Revival in the Chicago River

Circle of Blue

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will increase Lake Michigan’s Chinook salmon population by 50,000 in spring 2023. CHINOOK SALMON: Indiana’s Department of Natural Resources will increase the annual production target for Chinook salmon from 225,000 to 275,000 next spring. This Week’s Watersheds.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets July 28 On Large-Scale Solar Array Siting, Regional ATV Pilot Program

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting July 28 on large-scale solar array siting, the Regional ATV Pilot Program and other issues from 10:00 a.m. For more information and available handouts, visit the DCNR Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage.

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Minnesota Needs Environmental Protections for Cumulative Impacts. Your State Does Too.

Union of Concerned Scientists

On March 14, 2023, I testified before the Minnesota House of Representatives Environment and Natural Resources Committee in support of a cumulative impacts bill.