Fri.May 10, 2024

article thumbnail

Congressional Ag Chairs Release Dueling Farm Bill Proposals. What Happens Next?

Union of Concerned Scientists

After months (and months and months) of anticipation, we are finally seeing some forward movement on a new food and farm bill. On May 1, Senate Agriculture Committee chair Debbie Stabenow of Michigan released a detailed, 94-page framework laying out her committee’s priorities for the bill. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Capitol, House Agriculture Chair G.T.

article thumbnail

Call for Applications: ESA Editorial Fellows

ESA

by Richard Wallace, Director of Publishing The Ecological Society of America (ESA) is delighted to announce the call for applications for its inaugural Editorial Fellows Program (EFP). The EFP is part of ESA’s ongoing efforts to provide professional development opportunities to early career ecologists and environmental scientists, especially those from historically excluded or underrepresented groups.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Dozens of stars show signs of hosting advanced alien civilisations

New Scientist

Sufficiently advanced aliens would be able to capture vast quantities of energy from their star using a massive structure called a Dyson sphere.

145
145
article thumbnail

We’re Heard This Before: ‘We’re Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs’ - A Brief Review Of Pennsylvania’s Conservation History

PA Environment Daily

A brief review of Pennsylvania’s conservation history-- -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Air Pollution Killed People, Then We Said No. [ First Pair Of Photos ] -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Hunters Could Find No Game And Anglers Could Find No Fish, Then We Said No. [ Second Pair Of Photos ] -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Doughnut-shaped swirls of laser light can be used to transmit images

New Scientist

Ultra-fast pulses of laser light can be shaped into vortices similar to smoke rings – when chained together, they can carry enough information to transmit a simple image

128
128
article thumbnail

Reparation for Climate Change at the ECtHR

Law Columbia

A Missed Opportunity or the First of Many Decisions to Come? The recent rulings on climate change by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) are—as others have pointed out in this blog symposium —both “historic and unprecedented” for various reasons, not least regarding the question of reparation for climate change-related harm. While redress is a pivotal question to think through in relation to climate change, it has, somewhat surprisingly, received less attention from scholars and has no

More Trending

article thumbnail

Friday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 5.10.24

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] House next voting day May 20, 21, 22, Jun

article thumbnail

Heavy or painful menstrual periods are linked to worse exam results

New Scientist

Heavy, prolonged or painful menstrual periods are associated with more days off school and scoring worse on compulsory exams in a UK study

137
137
article thumbnail

The Feed: Volume 2, Issue 9

National Law Center

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 2, Issue 9 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

Law 105
article thumbnail

How to see tonight's northern lights – the strongest in 20 years

New Scientist

A rare geomagnetic storm not seen for nearly 20 years could cause a stunning aurora borealis on 10 and 11 May

144
144
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - May 11

PA Environment Daily

The following DEP notices were published in the May 11 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- T&T Compression, Inc. - Alexander Roy 1 Well: DEP received a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with Aluminum, Barium, Boron, Chloride, Iron, Lithium, Manganese, Strontium, Vanadium, and Zinc and groundwater contaminated with Selenium to meet Statewide Health Standards

article thumbnail

500-year-old maths problem turns out to apply to coffee and clocks

New Scientist

A centuries-old maths problem asks what shape a circle traces out as it rolls along a line.

138
138
article thumbnail

DEP Posted 80 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In May 11 PA Bulletin

PA Environment Daily

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the May 11 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - May 11 [PaEN] Guidance -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the May 11 PA Bulletin announcing it has rescinded the Coal Mining Activity Permit Renewals Technical Guidance as no longer needed. -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the May 11 PA Bulletin announcing the rates to b

article thumbnail

How People Power Local Food Systems

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

Editor’s Note: This blog post is the second in a series highlighting how recent supply chain investments were unique and pivotal in expanding infrastructure to respond to growing farmer demand, reducing costly wait times, and reaching diversified operations. Part Three will move further along the supply chain, taking a deeper look at how federal market opportunities support the success of efficient regional food systems.

2027 110
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Unveiling Big Oil's Campaign of Lies

NRDC

An explosive hearing held by the U.S. Senate Committee on the Budget has unveiled more details of Big Oil’s campaign to block climate action.

116
116
article thumbnail

PA Organization For Watersheds & Rivers Awards Pennsylvania Sojourn Grants; Schedule/Map Available

PA Environment Daily

On May 10, the PA Organization For Watersheds and Rivers announced the recipients of the 2024 Pennsylvania River Sojourn Grants. The Pennsylvania Sojourn Program is administered by POWR in partnership with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and grants are awarded on a competitive basis. Sojourns are not only a fun outdoor activity but are also an effective tool for raising awareness about our rivers and the issues affecting them, educating, and enhancing community involvement a

2024 93
article thumbnail

The Anthropology of Past Disease Outbreaks Can Help Prevent Future Ones

Scientific American

Three factors determine whether a society experiences disease outbreaks—and how we can fight them

144
144
article thumbnail

Sustainable Pittsburgh Hosts June 4 Webinar On Cultivating Community Green Spaces - A Practical Approach For Municipalities

PA Environment Daily

On June 4, Sustainable Pittsburgh and the Sustainable Community Development Network of Southwestern PA will host a webinar on Cultivating Community Green Spaces - A Practical Approach For Municipalities from Noon to 1:15 p.m. In any community, green spaces are essential for enhancing quality of life, improving health, fostering social cohesion, promoting economic development, and safeguarding the environment for present and future generations.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

New York State Legislature Strikes A Blow Against Plastic Pollution

NRDC

Going, going, almost gone! Just-passed New York State legislation would prohibit the sale and distribution of fossil fuel–based, water-polluting polystyrene foam ice chests.

article thumbnail

We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs"

PA Environment Daily

We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Adverse Health Impacts, Polluted Water, Land, Air, Road Dumping Waste, Explosions, Flaring, Noise, Uncontrolled Gas Venting - When Will We Say No ? Related Articles: -- We've Heard This Before : "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Air Pollution Killed People , Then We Said No -- We've Heard This Before : "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Hunters Co

article thumbnail

Carrington-Level Cluster of Sunspots May Send a ‘Cannibal CME’ Hurtling Toward Earth

Scientific American

A giant sunspot cluster rivaling the one that caused the Carrington Event in 1859 could trigger a cannibal coronal mass ejection.

111
111
article thumbnail

DEP Water Resources Committee To Review Proposed Spill Notification Regulation, Final Triennial Review Of Water Quality Standards May 16

PA Environment Daily

DEP’s Water Resources Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet on May 16 to review a proposed DEP spill notification regulation and a draft final Triennial Review of Water Quality Standards. The Committee will also hear a presentation on a draft final regulation deleting a site-specific water quality standard for mercury on Ebaughs Creek in York County.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

How Do People Get Parasitic Brain Worms like the One RFK, Jr., Had?

Scientific American

Experts explain how certain worms can infect the brain and why they are an important global public health problem

111
111
article thumbnail

Help Wanted: PA Council Of Trout Unlimited - Coldwater Heritage Partnership Executive Director

PA Environment Daily

The PA Council of Trout Unlimited is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Executive Director for the Coldwater Heritage Partnership Program. The Executive Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership, working with the PATU Executive Committee to establish long-range goals, strategies, plans and policies to support fundraising efforts, grant programs and educational activities.

article thumbnail

Will Mexico City Run Out of Drinking Water?

Scientific American

More huge cities are facing Day Zero—the date water taps go dry—just as Cape Town, South Africa, did

111
111
article thumbnail

EPA Accepting Comment on Proposed Consent Decrees to Settle Lawsuits Challenging Time to Complete TSCA Risk Evaluations

Nanotech

On April 26, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requested comment on proposed consent decrees that would address lawsuits filed by the Community In-Power and Development Association Inc. (CIDA), Learning Disabilities Association of America, Louisiana Environmental Action Network, Sierra Club, and Texas Environmental Justice Advocacy Services (CIDA Plaintiffs) in the U.S.

article thumbnail

Is Earth Safe from a Nearby Supernova?

Scientific American

An exploding star is a catastrophe on a cosmic scale, but here on Earth we’re safe from such astral disasters—for now

109
109
article thumbnail

Help Wanted: Mountain Watershed Association - Community Organizer

PA Environment Daily

The Fayette County-based Mountain Watershed Association is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Community Organizer position. The Community Organizer will work to support and mobilize residents who are directly impacted by shale gas, petrochemical, coal, and other development that threaten our climate, ecosystems, water, and quality of life in the Youghiogheny River Watershed and broader Ohio River Valley.

2024 68
article thumbnail

Photograph Collection Finds ‘Tragic Beauty’ in Shorelines Marred by Climate Change

Scientific American

A stunning photograph collection underlines how climate change is altering the world’s coastal and lakeside environments

article thumbnail

DEP Invites Comments, Sets Hearings On Air Quality Permits For 3 Power Plants-- Clearfield County- Shawville; Montour County- Montour; Venango County- Scrubgrass

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection published notices in the May 11 PA Bulletin inviting comments on Air Quality Permits for three power plants. Shawville Plant DEP proposes to renew a Title V Air Quality Permit for the Shawville Natural Gas-fired Power Plant located in Bradford Township., Clearfield County. If requested, a hearing will be held on June 14.

article thumbnail

Nick Offerman & Friends Host Comedy Event Supporting NRDC

NRDC

Evening featured performances by Steve Agee, Nicole Byer, Mae Martin, Kumail Nanjiani, Nick Offerman, Atsuko Okatsuka, Pattie Gonia and Puddles Pity Party, in support of critical climate and environmental work

52
article thumbnail

Plastic recycling rates are increasing, but slowly, in many regions

Environmental News Bits

Via Our World in Data. Over the last twenty years, plastic waste recycling has considerably increased worldwide, as the chart shows. OECD countries in the European Union, India, and China have spearheaded this growth. By 2019, recycling rates were 12–13%. Non-OECD Asian countries and Latin America have also made headway, but more slowly.