Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 25, 2024

I didn’t walk into the movie theater last week, popcorn in hand, expecting Twisters , a summertime action movie about “taming” tornadoes, to be a movie about climate change. And to be clear, at no point did Twisters actually mention climate change. But beneath the cowboy hats, the quotable one-liners, and the impressive special effects, the film mirrors two climate change realities: Communities are deeply unprepared for worsening extreme weather; and There is a growing industry attempting to use

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Cleannovate

JULY 25, 2024

The police land-rover stood imposingly next to her. A male police officer grabbed her, manhandled her and tossed her in the vehicle. She tried to make her views known… ‘YOU KILLED MY SON. NOW YOU ARE ARRESTING ME…’, she yelled.

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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

Being immunised against shingles has been linked to a reduced dementia risk before and now a study suggests that the newer vaccine wards off the condition more effectively than an older one

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The Applied Ecologist

JULY 25, 2024

In this blog post, author Kitti Révész and her team share their latest study exploring the effects of uncut refuge strips on the abundance and diversity of arthropods. What is the best management practice of hay meadows from an arthropod conservation point of view? Grassland arthropods are declining as a consequence of land-use change and intensive management.

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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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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

Forests and other land ecosystems emitted almost as much carbon dioxide as they absorbed in 2023 – it will be much harder to restrict global warming to agreed targets

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Technological doping refers to the use of equipment—from swimsuits to super shoes—that provides an unfair athletic advantage.

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National Law Center

JULY 25, 2024

As of July 2024, three proposals have been released on the 2024 Farm Bill – one in the House of Representatives. The post Farm Bill 2024: Themes in the Proposed Commodities, Forestry, and Horticulture Titles appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

The Perseverance rover has found some of the most promising hints of ancient Martian life yet, but we can’t know for sure until its samples are sent back to Earth

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Dogs can smell when people are stressed, and it seems to make them feel downhearted

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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

AlphaProof, an AI from Google DeepMind, came close to matching the top participants in a prestigious competition for young mathematicians

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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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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Despite progress, the long shadow of racial violence continues to undermine economic opportunities for African Americans today

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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

The gamma ray burst known as GRB221009A is the biggest explosion astronomers have ever glimpsed and we might finally know what caused the blast

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

The Western PA Conservancy will host a July 31 webinar on School Grounds Greening - Helping Children Learn In And From Nature starting at Noon. The Conservancy’s School Grounds Greening Program has transformed concrete or grass-only areas into engaging, nature-focused outdoor play and greenspaces at nearly 80 schools in Pittsburgh and across the region since 2007.

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Earthava

JULY 25, 2024

The post Climate Change Predictions Reveal Alarming Global Trends appeared first on Earthava. Climate change is shaping our planet’s future. Scientists study trends and predict what might happen in the coming years. These forecasts help us prepare for possible changes. By 2070, global temperatures could rise by 1.5°C or more above pre-industrial levels.

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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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New Scientist

JULY 25, 2024

Muscle cells that spent a week on the International Space Station revealed changes in gene expression that suggest microgravity can speed up ageing

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

The benefits of being polite to AI may include prompting better chatbot replies—and nurturing our humanity

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

On a sunny morning at her home in Pennsylvania Furnace, Diane Albright looks out her living room window. In view is the farm field that was once a part of her late husband’s family’s farmland, and behind that is the line of woods that marks the beginning of the 95-acre woodland she owns and adores. It is this view, and the life she and her husband lived in and around it, that sparked their interest in pursuing a conservation easement with ClearWater Conservancy.

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Researchers are still working to understand the complicated and debilitating condition dubbed long COVID

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

The Delaware River Basin Commission will hold a hearing on water withdrawals and discharges on August 7 and a business meeting on September 5. Aug. 7 Hearing The August 7 hearing will be held via Zoom starting at 1:30 p.m. The agenda includes 33 draft dockets for withdrawals, discharges and other projects that could have a substantial effect on the Basin's water resources.

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Cocaine has been detected in sharks for the first time, but scientists aren’t sure of the impact

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

On July 25, Natural Lands announced the permanent preservation of a 252-acre forested property in Penn Forest Township, Carbon County. In addition to its scenic beauty, these woodlands help cool and clean the air, filter water supplies, store carbon, and offer habitat to songbirds and other wildlife. Thanks to a voluntary, legally binding agreement known as a conservation easement, the property will remain this way forever.

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

The Jupiter-like world Epsilon Indi Ab is one of the coldest—and closest—exoplanets that astronomers have ever seen

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

The latest Guardian newsletter from the Susquehanna River Basin Commission includes articles on-- -- Chesapeake Bay And Watershed Report Card Results from the Executive Director -- Progress on Tioga River Project to clean up 20 miles of acid mine drainage -- Using eDNA to help track invasive fish species -- New technology to reduce evaporative losses from water cooling towers -- Helping to cleanup the Capital Area Greenbelt Click Here to read the Guardian.

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Reptile teeth have long been considered simple and cheap because the animals replace them regularly.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

On August 22, Penn State Extension will host a Private Water Supply Education And Water Testing webinar from Noon to 1:00 p.m. Do you live in one of the more than one million homes and farms in Pennsylvania that get their drinking water from a private well or spring? Do you know what is in your drinking water and how to keep it safe for you and your family?

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Enviromental Defense

JULY 25, 2024

A federal impact assessment for the proposed Highway 413 would provide ample opportunities for public input and a review of alternatives that would give us all a chance to see why this highway is not needed.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

In May 2024, Berks Nature permanently protected 139.59 acres of forest with its accompanying streams and seasonal springs in Bethel Township, Berks County. The freshly conserved property is located within a cluster of protected land with another Berks Nature conservation easement property and State Game Lands. Most importantly, the new easement lies within the bounds of the Kittatinny Ridge Landscap e, a nationally acknowledged important conservation landscape.

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National Law Center

JULY 25, 2024

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 14 appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

On August 21, Penn State Extension will host a webinar on Water Testing Through Penn State's Ag Analytical Lab from Noon to 1:00 p.m. If you have a private water system, it is your responsibility to test it regularly to ensure it meets drinking water standards. Learn about the Penn State Agricultural Analytical Services Lab drinking water testing program, including available test packages, how to collect a water sample, and assistance with interpreting the results.

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Environmental News Bits

JULY 25, 2024

Zhang, T., Zhang, M., Jin, L., Xu, M., & Li, J. (2024). Advancing carbon capture in hard-to-abate industries: Technology, cost, and policy insights. Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 26(7), 2077–2094. [link] [open access] Abstract Industrial emissions are significant and need to be addressed in the fight against climate change.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

JULY 25, 2024

Bigg Riggs Farm in Alexandria, VA. Photo Credit: USDA Local Agriculture Market Program The farm bill has a longstanding history of supporting market development for local producers and food businesses through grant programs such as the Value-Added Producer , Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion , and more recently, the Regional Food System Partnership programs.

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Environmental News Bits

JULY 25, 2024

Saliu, T. D., & Sauvé, S. (2024). A review of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in biosolids: Geographical distribution and regulations. Frontiers in Environmental Chemistry, 5.

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Scientific American

JULY 25, 2024

Pilot programs across the U.S.

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