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Shaken Baby Syndrome Has Been Discredited. Why Is Robert Roberson Still on Death Row?

Scientific American

Convicted of a crime that never happened, Roberson’s case is a prime example of how the U.S.

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Dept. Of Agriculture, Land O'Lakes Farmer Cooperative, National Hemp Assn. Receive $40 Million In USDA Funding To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Improve Water Quality

PA Environment Daily

On October 25, US Senator Bob Casey announced $40 million in funding to the Department of Agriculture and Land O'Lakes Farmer Cooperative -- $21.2 million-- to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve water quality on more than 50 farms and the National Hemp Association -- $19.6 million-- to implement conservation measure to prevent water quality degradation in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.

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COP16 Dispatch: Week 1 Reflections from COP16, Bridging science and policy for Nature-Positive solutions

ESA

By Pilar Pedrinelli As the first week of COP16 unfolds, the discussions have ranged from technical metrics on biodiversity loss to transformative financial models. Being part of this global biodiversity conference is an intense reminder of the critical need for both practical solutions and systemic change to protect our ecosystems. Here are some key takeaways that have resonated with me during this first week: 1.

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PA Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - October 19 to 25 - DEP Abandoned Conventional Well Violations Top 811; Conventional Owner Ignores Order; Gas Leaks & Spills

PA Environment Daily

From October 19 to 25, DEP’s Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 673 inspection entries, and caught up with posting other inspection reports from earlier. So far this year, DEP took these actions as of October 18 -- -- NOVs Issued In Last Week: 56 conventional, 12 unconventional -- Year To Date - NOVs Issued: 6,547 conventional and 832 unconventional -- Enforcements 2024: 438 conventional and 112 unconventional (orders, agreements) -- Inspections Last Week: 292 con

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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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COP16 Dispatch: Day 2 Engaging with Synthetic Biology and DSI Discussions

ESA

By David Baldwin, Florida Atlantic University, and Zohra Zahir, University of Regina Our second day at COP16 began with participation in the contact group on synthetic biology. The session focused on Decision 15/31, which established the Multidisciplinary Ad Hoc Technical Expert Group (mAHTEG). This expert-driven group was tasked with developing methodologies, conducting initial assessments, and identifying key topics for deeper exploration in a future round.

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Cumberland County Master Gardeners Host Nov. 16 Wildlife Tree Ornaments Workshop For Youth

PA Environment Daily

Youth ages 5-14 are invited to join the Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for the Wildlife Tree Ornaments Workshop for Youth on Saturday, November 16, 2024, 10:00 a.m. to Noon. The workshop will be held indoors at the Penn State Extension office in Cumberland County located at 310 Allen Road, Carlisle, PA 17013. Please park and use the front building entrance accessible from Allen Road.

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DCNR Urges Caution To Prevent Wildfires Amid Increased Risk Due To Dry Conditions

PA Environment Daily

On October 25, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources urged Pennsylvanians to exercise caution when burning outdoors to prevent wildfires. While Pennsylvania saw heavy rain and flooding from summer hurricanes, recent dry conditions, paired with sunny days, unseasonably warm temperatures, and low humidity, have heightened wildfire risk.