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Ukraine Rewilding: Will Nature Be Allowed to Thrive When War Ends?

Yale E360

Amid the war’s destruction, Ukrainian scientists are seeing signs of an ecological recovery. When the conflict ends, they say, the nation should not rebuild its massive Soviet-era infrastructure and instead continue the rewilding by letting nature keep restoring itself.

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Project 2025 Envisions Eliminating Civil Service Protection for Thousands

Legal Planet

UC Berkeley’s Center for Law, Energy, & Environment (CLEE) is sponsoring a series of papers evaluating aspects of Project 2025, The Heritage Foundation publication, entitled “Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise,” which has received attention in the Presidential election campaign. CLEE published excerpts from the 922 page Project 2025 document related to climate change and environment, here.

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The laws of physics appear to follow a mysterious mathematical pattern

New Scientist

The symbols and mathematical operations used in the laws of physics follow a pattern that could reveal something fundamental about the universe

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Restoring Landscapes: a community effort to restore the Solent’s seagrass

The Applied Ecologist

In the ‘Restoring Landscapes’ blog series, we are promoting knowledge exchange from restoration projects around the world. As part of Solent Seascape Project, the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust and Project Seagrass are partnering to restore a combined total of seven hectares of seagrass beds.

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Changing the Game with MES: Cut Costs, Drive Efficiency, & Achieve Sustainability Goals!

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

In an era where efficiency is king, are you leveraging the right tools to transform your manufacturing processes? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) is critical for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing energy usage—key factors for improving your bottom line and lowering your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, a manufacturing technology expert with 18+ years of hands-on experience, in this new webinar as he uncovers the secrets of MES and how to best utilize thes

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Preserved tracks suggest non-avian dinosaurs used their wings to run

New Scientist

Not all winged dinosaurs were necessarily capable of full flight, but this anatomical feature may have enabled them to travel further by flapping or gliding

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Priorities for Success at the Biodiversity COP

NRDC

The world has a strategic plan to reverse global biodiversity loss. We must follow through by working with each other to address the critical issues and build a new relationship with nature.

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Earth911 Podcast: Spout CEO Reuben Vollmer Introduces A Countertop Atmospheric Water Harvesting Appliance

Earth 911

The water crisis is one of the most pressing issues facing our planet, with climate. The post Earth911 Podcast: Spout CEO Reuben Vollmer Introduces A Countertop Atmospheric Water Harvesting Appliance appeared first on Earth911.

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How Earth's Early Life Thrived amid Catastrophic Asteroid Impacts

Scientific American

A gigantic space rock that slammed into Earth more than three billion years ago grievously wounded the biosphere—and then helped it heal

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Many Iron Age swords may be tainted by modern forgery

New Scientist

Ancient weaponsmiths combined bronze and iron to fashion swords during the early Iron Age – but modern forgers glue together elements from different weapons, making it difficult for researchers to study the ancient technology

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Educators Invited To Southwest PA Environmental Literacy Coalition Online Meetings Oct. 22, Dec. 12, Feb. 19, April 25

PA Environment Daily

Educators are invited to attend the Southwest PA Environmental Literacy Coalition online meetings on October 22, December 12, February 19 and April 25 from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. The Coalition is seeking local professionals, educators, students, and those with an interest in environmental literacy. Come together to share, to support, and to join forces to make environmental literacy accessible to all!

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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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Simple plan could raise the billions needed to stem biodiversity loss

New Scientist

A 1 per cent levy on global retail sales would plug a funding gap of $200 billion when it comes to saving nature. Can COP16 get the world to agree to this ambitious proposal?

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Cameron County Chamber Announces Results Of Sinnemahone Trail Run, Final Triple Crown Event Of This Season

PA Environment Daily

The Cameron County Chamber of Commerce announced the results of the Sinnemahone Ultra Trail Run held in perfect conditions for runners this year on October 19. This is the third event in the annual Sinnemahone Triple Crown. Taking home top honors in the 50k was 20 year old Benjamin Kauffman from Lykens in a time of 5:33:12. Cleo Bradybaugh from Kane was the first woman to cross the finish line at 5:47:20.

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Hornets can hold their alcohol like no other animal on Earth

New Scientist

The oriental hornet shows no ill effects – or behavioural changes – when it spends a week drinking an 80 per cent alcohol solution

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Keep PA Beautiful Hosts Community Stewardship Summit In Scranton: Bridging Action, Infrastructure, Policy, Innovation

PA Environment Daily

Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , in coordination with the departments of Environmental Protection, Transportation and Community and Economic Development hosted affiliates, volunteers and community partners for a Summit for Community Stewardship. The two-day event began with a walking tour of Scranton. Stations included stops at one of the city’s 130 sidewalk planters to discuss year-round greening, the county’s Gateway Building to discuss recruiting for long-term projects, Courthouse Square to obse

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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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Solving Stephen Hawking’s black hole paradox has raised new mysteries

New Scientist

Physicists finally know whether black holes destroy the information contained in infalling matter.

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Thunderstorm Gamma-Ray Flashes May Be Missing Link for Lightning Bolts

Scientific American

Observations from a retrofitted spy plane hint at a connection between powerful gamma-ray flashes and a thunderstorm’s lightning

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Early Lessons from Klamath Dam Removal Efforts

Endangered Species Law

On October 20, 2024, I published a post on the Center for California Water Resources Policy and Management’s DeltaCurrents blog discussing early lessons from the Klamath Dam Removal Project. The removal of four hydroelectric dams on the lower Klamath River is the most ambitious dam removal effort in the history of the United States. While the jury is still out with respect to the effort’s success when measured in terms of increased salmonid abundance, there are lessons to be learned

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Guest Opinion: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Help Solve The Drinking Water Problem

Earth 911

My journey into the world of water began when I first came to grips with. The post Guest Opinion: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Help Solve The Drinking Water Problem appeared first on Earth911.

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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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Sierra Club PA Hosts Oct. 30 Webinar - It’s Scary Out Here! How Oil & Gas Waste Haunts Pennsylvania

PA Environment Daily

The Sierra Club Pennsylvania is hosting an October 30 webinar - It’s Scary Out Here! How Oil and Gas Waste Haunts Pennsylvania -- from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The webinar will discuss the contents and impacts of oil and gas waste, including discussion about how the industry disposes of its waste, misinformation promoted by the industry, and what can be done to secure better outcomes.

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Are There Mountain Lions in New Jersey?

Cool Green Science

Sightings of mountain lions abound in the eastern United States. What’s the real story? The post Are There Mountain Lions in New Jersey? appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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October 21 - Weekly PA Environment Digest Now Available

PA Environment Daily

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” -- Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Click Here To View Or Print The Entire Oct

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What to expect at the COP16 biodiversity summit

New Scientist

Countries are convening in Colombia to agree on wide-ranging targets to stem biodiversity loss and make a plan to pay for it

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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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Getting from Here to There: Scaling Up Climate Finance for the NCQG

NRDC

Explore a new model illustrating potential pathways to scale up international climate funding for the Paris Agreement's new collective quantified goal on climate finance

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What the US election will mean for AI, climate action and abortion

New Scientist

The upcoming US presidential election will determine how the country regulates tech, combats the climate crisis and decides on access to abortion

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How to Catch a Wild dFAD

Cool Green Science

A small boat, four people, 500 pounds (or more) of rope, netting, floats, rafts and sometimes barnacles. Gloves definitely required. The post How to Catch a Wild dFAD appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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EJ analysis remains part of Louisiana’s public trust duty

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the Energy Law Blog. The Louisiana Supreme Court has declined to review the First Circuit Court of Appeal’s ruling in Rise St. James v. LDEQ, essentially cementing the appellate court’s holding that an analysis of environmental justice (EJ) issues is required under Louisiana’s Public Trust Doctrine.

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Schuylkill Action Network To Hold Annual Meeting Nov. 1 At Albright College In Berks County

PA Environment Daily

Join the Schuylkill Action Network and its partners for their annual meeting on November 1 at Albright College in Reading to help celebrate 21 years of collaboration. The agenda will include-- -- Panel On Key Community Challenges Across the Watershed -- Harnessing the Power of Partnership -- Presentation of the Network's MVP Award -- Workgroup Updates on Abandoned Mine Drainage; Agriculture; Engagement & Stewardship; Pathogens & Point Sources; Stormwater; Watershed Land Collaborative Cli

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How trade associations helped put the world on a sustainable path: Looking back from 2035

Environmental News Bits

Download the report. Trade associations are often cited as critical blockers of climate policy. Yet, in many cases, they can and do play a constructive role. For companies seeking to promote a science-based policy agenda, mobilising trade associations to accelerate rather than block policy progress is essential.

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Penn State Extension Hosts 9-Part Woods In Your Backyard Webinar Series Starting Jan. 15

PA Environment Daily

The Penn State Extension is hosting a 9-part webinar series on the Woods In Your Backyard starting January 15 and ending on March 12. This webinar series is designed specifically, but not exclusively, for smaller landscapes. Join us to learn how landowners can create and enhance natural areas around their homes while positively influencing the environment by implementing simple stewardship practices.

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Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox (CRAFT)

Environmental News Bits

The Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox (CRAFT) contains resources to help EPA’s funding applicants and recipients make climate-informed investments.

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Help Wanted: Berks Conservation District - Agricultural Engineer, Administrative Assistant

PA Environment Daily

The Berks County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates to fill two positions-- -- Agricultural Engineer/Technician: provides technical assistance to Berks County’s Agricultural Community, specifically best management practice design and implementation. The position will work closely with other Conservation District and the Natural Resource Conservation Service.

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Did Decriminalizing Drugs Such As Fentanyl Cause Opioid Overdose Increase?

Scientific American

Oregon decriminalized hard drugs in 2021 and recriminalized them last month.

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