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A Grim Signal: Atmospheric CO2 Soared in 2024

Inside Climate News

Scientists are worried because they cant fully explain the big jump, but they think it might mean that carbon absorption by forests, fields and wetlands is slowing downa major problem for the world. By Bob Berwyn The latest anomaly in the climate system that cant be fully explained by researchers is a record annual jump in the global mean concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere measured in 2024.

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The California ESA and habitat protection

Legal Planet

Following up on my prior post about the proposed changes to the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations that protect against habitat modification, what might California do to protect the species within its border? California currently has 140 federally listed animal species, and 182 federally listed plant species, 19% of the 1684 species listed under the ESA in the United States.

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Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful Seeking Student Leaders For Young Ambassadors Program, Grades 10-12

PA Environment Daily

On April 24, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , in partnership with the Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is seeking civic and environmental leaders in 10th -12th grade to keep Pennsylvania clean and beautiful through the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania Program. Applications are being accepted through June 10. Students will be chosen through a competitive application process.

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Sweden’s first systemic climate mitigation case and the application of KlimaSeniorinnen: unpacking the Supreme Court’s judgment in the Aurora case

Law Columbia

Credit: Christine Olsson/TT On February 19, 2025, the Swedish Supreme Court dismissed the Aurora case ( Anton Foley and others v Sweden ), the first systemic climate change case brought in Sweden. The case is among the first in which a national apex court has applied the principles developed by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in Verein KlimaSeniorinnen and others v Switzerland.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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York County Partners With USGS On Water Quality Monitoring To Document Nutrient, Sediment Pollution Going Into Local Streams, Chesapeake Bay

PA Environment Daily

On April 22, as the nation celebrates Earth Day, York County officials announced the countys water pollutant levels are significantly lower than initially reported by the state, according to data from the countys 10-year Water Quality Monitoring initiative the first of its kind in the state and the nation. The monitoring shows an average of 105.7 million pounds of sediment, 7.2 million pounds of nitrogen and 370,064 pounds of phosphorus are polluting York County streams every year.

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The Feed: Vol. 3, Issue 8

National Law Center

The Feed newsletter highlights recent legal developments affecting agriculture, with issues released twice a month. Click below to sign up for.

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Statement on CSA Pausing Work on Mandatory Climate Disclosures 

Enviromental Defense

ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE, ECOJUSTICE, SHIFT: ACTION FOR PENSION WEALTH & PLANET HEALTH Toronto, ON | Traditional territories of the Wendat, Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Chippewa and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation – The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), the umbrella group representing Canadas 13 provincial and territorial securities regulators, announced a pause today on its work in developing new mandatory climate-related disclosure rules.

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DCNR Unveils Solar Energy Facility At Gifford Pinchot State Park In York County Cutting Costs, Climate-Changing Emissions On Public Land; Celebrating 30 Years Of Stewardship

PA Environment Daily

On April 23, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources marked a major sustainability milestone celebrating 30 years of conservation leadership by unveiling its 30th solar array on public lands. Installed at Gifford Pinchot State Park in York County, the project reinforces DCNRs commitment to clean energy and cost-saving innovation, as well as the Commonwealths progress as a national leader in renewable energy.

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Whole-Farm Revenue Protection Analysis: New Enrollments Reveal Path Forward

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

Chard leaves from Pie Ranch, CA; Credit: USDA, NRCS CA This year marks the tenth anniversary of Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) , a novel insurance product that offers farmers nationwide the option to insure the revenue of their entire operation, including crop, livestock, and nursery production, under a single policy. WFRP also rewards adoption of business practices that reduce risk with its premium discount for crop and enterprise diversification.

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DEP Partners With PennTAP And Catalyst Connection On RISE PA Industrial Decarbonization Grant Program To Reduce Energy Costs, Create Jobs Across PA

PA Environment Daily

On April 24, the Department of Environmental Protection announced two strategic partnerships that will expand energy job opportunities across the Commonwealth while helping small and mid-sized manufacturers reduce costs, lower emissions, and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving energy economy. Through the RISE PA (Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania) initiative, DEP is partnering with Penn States Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP), which provides no-cost techn

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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

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Worst Coral Mass Bleaching on Record Caused By Warming Oceans

Scientific American

The world is experiencing the most intense global coral bleaching event on record, with 84 percent of reefs experiencing heat stress from warming oceans

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PUC To Investigate Proposed 11.4% Increase In Columbia Gas Natural Gas Rate

PA Environment Daily

On April 24, the Public Utility Commission announced the suspension of a proposed 11.4% rate increase by Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania Inc. allowing for a formal investigation into the companys request to increase natural gas rates for approximately 445,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in 26 counties across its Pennsylvania service territory.

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Deep-sea mining threatens sea life in a way no one is thinking about − by dumping debris into the thriving midwater zone

Environmental News Bits

by Alexus Cazares-Nuesser, University of Hawaii Picture an ocean world so deep and dark it feels like another planet where creatures glow and life survives under crushing pressure. This is the midwater zone, a hidden ecosystem that begins 650 feet (200 meters) below the ocean surface and sustains life across our planet.

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EPA Announces Updates to MyPest, a Pesticide Registration Tracking App for Companies

Nanotech

On April 18, 2025, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced updates to its pesticide registration tracking app, MyPest. EPA states MyPest allows registrants of pesticide products to monitor the status of their pesticide registration submissions in real time. The launch of the latest version of MyPest includes updates to an enhanced dashboard page with information about the registrants cases and products, the ability to view detailed information of each application, and the capabi

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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.

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NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope Marks 35 Years from Launch

Scientific American

Happy anniversary to the Hubble Space Telescope, which launched on April 24, 1990

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Reading for pleasure has plummeted over the past 20 years

New Scientist

People in the US are reading for pleasure less and less, despite it being linked to better sleep, improved mental health and even a longer life

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More than 25 consumer brands use packaging linked to Texas fracking: report

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at ESG Dive. More than 25 consumer brandsare linked to oil and gas frackingin the Permian Basin due to their sourcing of fossil-fuel derived plastic packaging, according to a new investigation by the climate group Stand.earth and the Center for International Environmental Law.

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Oldest ant fossil ever found shows how ants took over the world

New Scientist

A fossilised 113-million-year-old hell ant from Brazil adds to the evidence that the first ants evolved in the southern hemisphere before moving north and beyond

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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.

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Smarter, greener, better – redefining the future of machine power

Environmental News Bits

by Jack McGovan, Horizon: The EU Research & Innovation Magazine Machines have always fascinated Dr Didem Grdr Broo, a computer scientist from Cyprus with a PhD in mechatronics. It was a childhood dream of hers to learn to code and build things.

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The supplement that really can improve your brain health

New Scientist

Most supplements that claim to help your brain have never been thoroughly tested, but one has convinced even the most discerning scientists of its worth, finds columnist Helen Thomson

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House, Senate Members Introduce Gov. Shapiro's 'Lightning' Energy Plan To Lower Energy Costs, Create Jobs, Protect Pennsylvania From Global Energy Instability

PA Environment Daily

On April 24, Gov. Shapiro announced the components of the commonsense energy plan known as the 'Lightning Plan' have been introduced in the Senate and House. Supported by a broad coalition of labor and industry leaders, environmental advocates, and consumer groups, the Governors plan will create jobs, lower costs for consumers, speed up permitting, and protect Pennsylvania from global instability by building more energy generation in Pennsylvania positioning the Commonwealth to continue to be a

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Signs of alien life on exoplanet K2-18b may just be statistical noise

New Scientist

Last week astronomers reported hints of biological activity on a distant planet, but a re-analysis of their data suggests the claimed molecules may not be there at all

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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.

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Study explores how food manufacturers respond to state regulations

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from the University of Illinois. When West Virginia recently bannedseven artificial food dyesin products to be sold within their borders, they joined an increasing number of individual U.S. states issuing their own regulations about food manufacturing practices, allowable ingredients, or product labeling.

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Colossal ancient icebergs left grooves on the bottom of the North Sea

New Scientist

Scientists have found scour marks on the seabed made by giant icebergs about 18,000 years ago, and they could offer clues to the fate of Antarcticas ice

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7 Best Reusable Water Bottles for Eco-Conscious Hydration

Earthava

The post 7 Best Reusable Water Bottles for Eco-Conscious Hydration appeared first on Earthava. Staying hydrated while being kind to the planet is easier than ever with the right reusable water bottle. We have curated a list of top eco-friendly options that combine sustainability with functionality, helping you make an informed decision. Switching to a reusable bottle is a simple yet impactful step towards reducing single-use plastic waste.

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From anxiety to action: Building on a decade of sustainability progress

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at American Libraries. At nearly every talk Ive given on climate change and libraries over roughly a decade, someone in the audience asks how I remain hopeful in the face of climate scientists predictions.

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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.

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Marie Curie’s Mentorship Led to Networks of Support for Female Scientists

Scientific American

Author Dava Sobel discusses how she discovered the many forgotten female scientists who were mentored by Marie Curie in early 20th-century Paris

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France’s new high-speed train design has Americans asking: Why can’t we have that?

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Grist. Last month, Frances national railway operator released a glimpse of the designs for its upcoming fifth-generation high-speed train, the TGV Inoui. (TGV stands for train grande vitesse, or train of great speed.) The glossy, well-lit photos show brightly colored interiors, cushiony seats, and sleek tables with rounded edges … Continue reading Frances new high-speed train design has Americans asking: Why cant we have that?

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Alberta: We have a revenue problem

Enviromental Defense

The post Alberta: We have a revenue problem appeared first on Environmental Defence.

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Clean Air Act rulemakings don’t follow the normal rules – just ask the Supreme Court

Environmental News Bits

Read the full story from Holland & Knight. Every law student learns that the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) outlines the default rules for how federal agencies propose and finalize regulations and how courts review them. But for many significant actions under the Clean Air Act (CAA), it’s a different story entirely.

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PUC Hearing On Data Center Growth Impacts Finds 30-40% Of Utility Demand Could Be From Data Centers; Concerns About Stranded Costs; Major Commitments To Net-Zero Carbon Emissions Energy Use

PA Environment Daily

On April 24, the Public Utility Commission held a public hearing to explore the impact of data centers and other large load customers on the states electric grid. This en banc hearing, approved by a unanimous vote of the Commission on March 27, 2025, examined how to ensure a fair, transparent, and forward-looking approach to connecting high-energy users to the grid while protecting existing utility customers.