Nanotech

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Mark Hartman, the highly respected Deputy Director for Programs in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencys (EPA) Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT), will become Director of the U.S. Food and Drug Administrations (FDA) Office of Food Chemical Safety, Dietary Supplements, and Innovation (OFCSDSI) in its newly formed Human Foods Program (HFP).

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DECEMBER 13, 2024

This blog was written by Kassidy Troxell, Ph.D., a Research Assistant Professor at Florida international Universitys Institute of Environment, and collaborator with Ocean Conservancy on our work to promote healthy Florida aquatic ecosystems. Dr. Troxell is a lead scientist executing the nitrogen fingerprinting discussed in this blog. November was Manatee Awareness Month, a month dedicated to highlighting the popular aquatic mammal and the broader importance of clean, healthy waterways in Florida

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Nanotech

DECEMBER 13, 2024

On December 6, 2024, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) issued a notice stating that the Office of Administrative Law (OAL) approved changes to the Proposition 65 (Prop 65) Article 6 clear and reasonable warnings regulations for short-form warnings (Notice). The changes adopted are to the proposed regulations that OEHHA issued on October 27, 2023.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story from The Nature Conservancy. The Nature Conservancy is investing in a range of innovative technologies and tools that can help accelerate the pace at which the agriculture sector can adopt regenerative agriculture practices, thus building a more resilient system that benefits people, climate and nature.

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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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Nanotech

DECEMBER 13, 2024

On December 6, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it has issued its first voucher under its Vector Expedited Review Voucher (VERV) Program as a result of a recent approval by EPA of a new active ingredient, Wolbachia pipientis wAlbB strain. The VERV Program, which is required by the Pesticide Registration Improvement Act of 2022 (PRIA 5) and announced in December 2023, was developed in response to ongoing challenges with mosquito control The post EPA Announces th

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Download the fact sheet. Successful carbon removal can result in healthier environments and improved public health. In some cases, it relies on the development of safe and durable storage infrastructure, including Class VI wells.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story from the Springfield News-Leader. Regenerative agriculture advocates say there are a variety of long-term benefits to adopting sustainable farming practices, but the upfront cost of the investments is a barrier for farmers. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reports that agricultureaccounts for 10% of global carbon emissions.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 13, 2024

As Congress wraps up its lame duck session before the new Congress and President arrive in January, there is a lot of debate about whether to move forward on permitting reform within a quickly shrinking window of time. The basis of debate is the Energy Permitting Reform Act (EPRA) co-sponsored by Senators Manchin and Barrasso. Environmental groups are generally opposed , as are some environmental law professors ; a list of climate researchers signed a letter in opposition ; but clean energy grou

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story from Kaunas University of Technology. Deforestation has remained a significant issue globally, with primary forests contributing to 16 per cent of the total tree cover loss in the last two decades, driven by climate change and intensive human activity. This threatens natural resources, biodiversity, and people’s quality of life.

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 13, 2024

This is a guest blog by Democracy Caledon. Democracy Caledon is a collective of proactive people deeply committed to restoring good governance in their municipality. Their focus is on advocating for responsible local and regional governance that serves the best interests of all residents. Caledon is known as the green gem of the Greater Toronto Area.

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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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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story at Farm Progress. Farmers, food processors and importers who were expecting a soft rollout of the USDAs Strengthening Organic Enforcement rule might want to think again.

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Legal Planet

DECEMBER 13, 2024

This is the second in a series of posts on permitting reform. The first post is here. Given the provisions of the Energy Permitting Reform Act (EPRA), should Congress enact it as it stands now? Answering that question is tricky, in part because it depends both on uncertain political and administrative action, as well as uncertain forecasts about economic and climate impacts of the development that EPRA might, or might not, advance.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story at Carbon Herald. Planetary Technologies has managed to successfully remove 138 tonnes of carbon from the atmosphere via Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE), marking a worlds first and laying pioneering groundwork for ocean-based CO2 removal.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story from Virginia Public Media. There is something undeniable about an old tree. They tower over us in stature and in time. They are among the worlds most resilient life forms, but they are also communities home to generations of birds, bugs, lizards, rodents, moss, fungus.

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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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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Download the report. The Carbon Direct State of the Voluntary Carbon Market report examines the key trends and developments shaping the voluntary carbon market, with a focus on carbon dioxide removal. Key insights: Changes in policies, buyer preferences, and supply constraints are transforming the voluntary carbon market.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story at Utility Dive. The Biden administration will increase Section 301 tariffs on imports of wafers, polysilicon and certain tungsten products from China, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced Wednesday. Solar wafers and polysilicon imports, critical components for solar energy development, will now face a 50% tariff rate.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

In this lesson from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, students use real data from NASAs GRACE satellites to track water mass changes in the U.S., estimate water resources using heat-map data, create a line graph for a specific location, then assess trends and discuss implications. The lesson is intended for grades 4-8.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story at The Hill. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) is suing companies that have historically made toxic forever chemicals or products that contain them, alleging false advertising over their safety.

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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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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The Equitable Community Solar and Energy Assistance Fellowship offers energy professionals the opportunity to work with state and regional organizations to support the implementation of the Clean Energy Connector. This online tool, developed by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story from the American Bar Association. The Biden administration is the first in U.S. history to prioritize environmental and climate justice across all federal agencies. Now, less than four years later, those agencies have invested billions in communities to address environmental justice (EJ) concerns and issued more protective regulations to address longstanding … Continue reading How durable is President Bidens environmental justice agenda?

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Read the full story at The Hill. The Treasury Departments rule for implementing the Inflation Reduction Acts (IRA) renewable energy tax credits will incorporate new language that will provide greater benefits for operations that refine natural gas from organic waste. The announcement comes following lobbying by Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-Mich.

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