Real Climate

MARCH 12, 2025

Guest commentary by Robert Hart, Kerry Emanuel , & Lance Bosart The National Weather Service (NWS) and its parent agency, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), delivers remarkable value to the taxpayers. This efficiency can be demonstrated by its enormous return on investment. For example, the NWS costs only several dollars per citizen to operate each year, yet results in an estimated 10-100 times larger financial return that includes: improved citizen preparedness, imp

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New Scientist

MARCH 13, 2025

New Scientist has used freedom of information laws to obtain the ChatGPT records of Peter Kyle, the UK's technology secretary, in what is believed to be a world-first use of such legislation

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 6, 2025

This past week, I attended the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) meeting in Hangzhou, China. Delegates from nearly 190 nations came together to discussand, in theory, make decisions aboutnext steps for the 7th assessment cycle. In previous posts, Ive explained what the IPCC is, why this assessment cycle is crucial , and highlighted its role in climate action.

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Yale E360

MARCH 6, 2025

South Africas Succulent Karoo is the most biodiverse arid region on the planet, with thousands of plants found nowhere else. But to meet a demand fueled by social media, criminal networks have been poaching these colorful succulents by the millions and smuggling them overseas.

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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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Scientific American

MARCH 10, 2025

Microplastics can cut a plant’s ability to photosynthesize by up to 12 percent, new research shows

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 6, 2025

This past week, I attended the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) meeting in Hangzhou, China. Delegates from nearly 190 nations came together to discussand, in theory, make decisions aboutnext steps for the 7th assessment cycle. In previous posts, Ive explained what the IPCC is, why this assessment cycle is crucial , and highlighted its role in climate action.

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Legal Planet

MARCH 7, 2025

The 1950s has been called the decade of the American Dream. The United States economy grew by 37 percent, and homeownership surged as suburban housesequipped with their white picket fences sold like hotcakes. But this American Dream has come at a steep cost. Lets fast forward to today; more than half a century of government housing policy favoring sprawling, car-dependent development has spawned long commutes, increased exposure to air pollution, and segregated communities.

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New Scientist

MARCH 11, 2025

A highly pathogenic strain of bird flu is spreading south along the Antarctic Peninsula and could devastate populations of penguins and other seabirds

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Scientific American

MARCH 7, 2025

The “quarantine fatigue” of 2020 became an ongoing “pandemic fatigue,” a complex set of emotions that continues to affect the nation

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 12, 2025

Climate models are the main tool scientists use to assess how much the Earths temperature will change given an increase in fossil fuel pollutants in the atmosphere. As a climate scientist, Ive used them in all my research projects, including one predicting a change in Southwestern US precipitation patterns. But how exactly did climate models come to be?

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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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Yale E360

MARCH 12, 2025

As waters rise along the Egyptian coast, hundreds of buildings in the historic port city of Alexandria have collapsed.

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Legal Planet

MARCH 13, 2025

Aviation is a significant and growing source of greenhouse gas emissions. But the federal government in the United States has failed to address it so far. In response, some state policy makers and advocates are now considering legal avenues to effectively require the use of sustainable aviation fuels, which emit less carbon than traditional jet fuel when burned and in some cases can eliminate these emissions altogether.

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New Scientist

MARCH 11, 2025

Saturn has dozens of new moons, bringing it to a total of 274. All of the new moons are between 2 and 4 kilometres wide, but at what point is a rock too small to be a moon?

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Scientific American

MARCH 11, 2025

A new report finds that butterfly populations in the continental U.S.

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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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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 13, 2025

Contrary to popular belief, we do not have a user-pay model today for our infrastructure and have not for some decades. And that might not be a problem. Yet in one of his first official acts as Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOT), Sean Duffy delineated a set of principles governing DOT funding (to the extent there is any legal discretion).

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Yale E360

MARCH 13, 2025

On the coast of Newfoundland, waste from a shuttered asbestos mine has been a troubling source of contamination for decades. Now, a company plans to process the waste to draw CO2 from the air one of several projects worldwide that aim to turn this liability into an asset.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2025

By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News For Master Watershed Steward volunteer Dean Neely, preserving Pennsylvania waters, forests and lands for future generations is a priority. He is happy to roll up his sleeves to take on conservation projects throughout Monroe County. Neely said he always has loved the outdoors and was involved with the Pocono Heritage Land Trust and the Brodhead Creek Heritage Center before becoming a Master Watershed Steward.

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New Scientist

MARCH 6, 2025

The US Department of Agriculture announced it will allocate $100 million to develop vaccines and other therapies to help contain the spread of bird flu on poultry and dairy farms

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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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Scientific American

MARCH 6, 2025

Outpatient flu visits and hospitalizations are higher than at any time in the past 15 years

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The Applied Ecologist

MARCH 13, 2025

Chen Huang provides an overview of their investigation into human-wildlife conflict, and explains how research gaps can be turned into opportunities. Humans and wildlife share the planet, often in proximity. In many parts of the world, villagers see elephants, lions, dolphins, and seabirds as part of their daily livesmuch like city dwellers spot starlings feeding in a park.

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National Law Center

MARCH 12, 2025

By Drew Viguet, NALC Communications & Special Projects Coordinator Good conversation, fun networking, and tasty Memphis BBQ- whats not to like?

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 10, 2025

By John Walliser , PA Environmental Council & Kevin Sunday , McNees Wallace & Nurick This guest essay first appeared on PennLive.com March 10, 2025 -- Pennsylvania, long an energy powerhouse, is facing a dilemma: How can we secure our long-term energy future, ensuring we remain a top producer of energy, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting the environment?

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New Scientist

MARCH 11, 2025

Analysis of samples brought back to Earth from the asteroid Bennu reveal that it has a bizarre chemical make-up and is unusually magnetic

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Scientific American

MARCH 11, 2025

Animal emotions—including joy—may be key markers of conscious beings

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Inside Climate News

MARCH 9, 2025

There are still hurdles to overcome, but growing the seaweed industry in a state known for lobster could be a win for local fishermen, dairy and cattle operations, and the planet. Story and photos by Matilda Hay FREEPORT, MaineIn the cold dark of 5 a.m., Kyle Moellar, an apprentice at Wolfes Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment, ushers a herd of cows into the milking parlor.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

MARCH 6, 2025

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Release: NSAC Holds Briefing as USDA Funding Freeze and Layoffs Threaten Farmers and Communities Nationwide Washington, DC, March 6, 2025 Today, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), a coalition of more than 150 farm, food, conservation, and rural organizations, held a virtual briefing on how the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) funding freeze and employee la

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 8, 2025

From March 1 to 7, DEPs Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 749 inspection entries. Follow these links to spreadsheets showing the violations and inspections occurring between March 1 to 7-- Click Here for violations issued between March 1 to 7. Click Here for inspection entries between March 1 to 7 Enforcement Actions Taken Last Week So far this year, DEP took these actions as of February 28 -- -- NOVs Issued In Last Week: 55 conventional, 29 unconventional -- Yea

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New Scientist

MARCH 7, 2025

Widespread firings at the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could affect everything from tornado alerts to weather forecasts on your phone

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Scientific American

MARCH 6, 2025

A mysterious neuro-ocular syndrome remains an unknown risk for long-term spaceflight

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The Applied Ecologist

MARCH 7, 2025

To celebrate International Womens Day 2025, we are excited to share a collection of blog posts showcasing the work of some of the BES community. In each post, they discuss their experiences in ecology, as well as what this years theme, Accelerate Action, means to them. What work do you do? I’m Lead Editor atEcological Solutions and Evidenceand a Full Professor at Northern Illinois University.

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A Greener Life

MARCH 9, 2025

The cover of Parenting in a Climate Crisis: A Handbook for Turning Fear into Action. Image credit: Bridget Shirvell. By Anders Lorenzen In todays information-driven world, parents are bombarded with advice on how to raise their children. A recurring debate revolves around whether to shield children from distressing news or involve them in understanding complex issues such as climate change.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 7, 2025

On March 7, the Scrubgrass Creek Watershed Association and PennFuture , represented by Earthjustice , announced they had reached a settlement agreement with the Department of Environmental Protection and Stronghold Digital Minings Scrubgrass Reclamation Company to expedite the removal of an unpermitted coal ash pile at the Scrubgrass Waste Coal Power Plant in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County.

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