Fri.Dec 27, 2024

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Return of Trees to Eastern U.S. Is Fueling a Surge in Wildfires

Yale E360

Trees and shrubs have proliferated in unmanaged forests in the eastern U.S. This growth, which marks a return of trees to the region after centuries of deforestation, is fueling a new surge in wildfires, a study finds.

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Snow days set to disappear across much of the US

New Scientist

By the end of the century, most of the US outside the high mountains may never see deep snow cover the ground, with consequences for water storage as well as for the life on and beneath the snow

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Concerning Bird Flu Virus Mutations Found in Severely Ill Patient

Scientific American

Samples from a hospitalized patient in Louisiana show changes that could make the H5N1 virus spread more easily between humans

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Fights over geoengineering experiments will heat up in 2025

New Scientist

There is growing interest in exploring ways to counteract global warming by intervening in the atmosphere and the oceans, but planned trials are highly controversial

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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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How to Tactfully Ask Your Child’s Friend’s Parents if They Have Guns at Home

Scientific American

A gun safety check of where your child is going for a playdate or sleepover may save lives

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Supersonic flight will see a dramatic return in 2025 with new aircraft

New Scientist

Several prototype aircraft that are intended to bring back commercial supersonic travel have been making big strides in recent years but it is unknown how well the return of Concorde-like flights will go down with customers

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Dept. Of Agriculture Announces Preservation Of 2,842 Acres Of Farmland In 13 Counties

PA Environment Daily

On December 26, the Department of Agriculture announced the investment of $10,215,541 to purchase development rights for 2,842 acres on 31 farms in 13 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. Farms were preserved in Berks, Blair, Bucks, Chester, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lawrence, Lehigh, Snyder, Tioga, Union and York counties.

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An Earth-Rocking Cosmic Explosion Turns 20

Scientific American

Twenty years ago today a magnetar’s epic tantrum made our planet ring like a bell from tens of thousands of light-years away

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AI-powered avatars can gesture naturally as they speak

New Scientist

An AI model that understands the interplay between human body language, speech and emotion enables digital avatars to move more realistically when speaking

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The FDA is Changing What Foods can be Called “Healthy”

Scientific American

Whole grains and fruits are in, and added sugar is out.

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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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DEP Posted 81 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In December 28 PA Bulletin

PA Environment Daily

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the December 28 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - December 28 [PaEN] -- DEP published notice in the December 28 PA Bulletin setting a January 29 hearing on the Title V-RACT 3 Air Quality Permit for the Wheatland Tube LLC Council Avenue Plant in the City of Hermitage, Mercer County. ( PA Bulletin, page 8554 ) Read more here. -- DEP published notice in the December 28 PA Bulleti

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How the Duck Stamp Became One of the Most Successful Conservation Tools in U.S. History

Scientific American

Inside the fiercely competitive Federal Duck Stamp Contest, part of the wildly successful conservation program that has preserved millions of acres of waterfowl habitat

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DEP Sets Feb. 6 Hearing On Title V-RACT 3 Air Quality Permit For Pixelle Specialty Solutions Spring Grove, York County Facility

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection has scheduled a February 6 hearing on the Title V-RACT 3 Air Quality Permit for the Pixelle Specialty Solutions, LLC plant in Spring Grove, York County. ( PA Bulletin, page 8498 ) The hearing will be held at DEPs Southcentral Regional Office, 909 Elmerton Avenue in Harrisburg starting at 11:00 a.m. To register to speak at the hearing, please contact Tom Bianca at 717-705-4863 or tbianca@pa.gov.

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People Living in Las Vegas’s Tunnels Urged to Get Medical Treatment

Scientific American

Street medicine providers and homeless outreach workers who travel into Las Vegas’s drainage tunnels have noticed an uptick in the number of people living underground, and it can be difficult to persuade them to come aboveground for medicine and treatment

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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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The UK takes the first steps towards a hydrogen economy 

A Greener Life

By Anders Lorenzen The first three hydrogen production contracts in the UK have been signed. With a combined capacity of 31.8 megawatts (MW), three projects are now moving ahead, and the UK will have its first hydrogen facilities. A key component of the governments clean energy strategy, these hydrogen projects will contribute to emissions reductions as well as regional economic development and a key component in meeting the governments target of 10 gigawatts (GW) of hydrogen by 2030.

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DEP To Hold Jan. 29 Hearing On Title V-RACT 3 Air Quality Permit For Wheatland Tube LLC Plant In Hermitage, Mercer County

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection announced a January 29 hearing on the Title V-RACT 3 Air Quality Permit for the Wheatland Tube LLC Council Avenue Plant in the City of Hermitage, Mercer County. ( PA Bulletin, page 8554 ) The hearing will be held at DEPs Northwest Regional Office, 230 Chestnut Street in Meadville, Crawford County starting at 10:00 a.m.

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PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - December 28

PA Environment Daily

The following notices were published in the December 28 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. The Susquehanna River Basin Commission published notice in the December 28 PA Bulletin the Executive Director gave his approval to or renewed 18 general water use permits in November for individual shale gas well drilling pads in Bradford, Clearfield, Clinton, Lycoming, Susquehanna, Tioga and Wyoming counties.

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Friday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 12.27.24

PA Environment Daily

NOTICE: Due To A Significant Family Health Issue, The Schedule For Publishing The PA Environment Digest Will Be Uncertain Thru At Least January 1. -- DEP: Oil & Gas Wells Plugged In Last 6 Years: 2,941 Conventional Wells, 325 Paid By Taxpayers; 460 Shale Gas Wells Were Plugged By Well Owners [PaEN] -- Susquehanna River Basin Commission Approved 18 Shale Gas Well Pad Water Use General Permits In November; 292 General Permits So Far In 2024 [PaEN] -- Attorney General-Elect Dave Sunday Announce

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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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Susquehanna River Basin Commission Approved 18 Shale Gas Well Pad Water Use General Permits In November; 292 General Permits So Far In 2024

PA Environment Daily

The Susquehanna River Basin Commission published notice in the December 28 PA Bulletin the Executive Director gave his approval to or renewed 18 general water use permits in November for individual shale gas well drilling pads in Bradford, Clearfield, Clinton, Lycoming, Susquehanna, Tioga and Wyoming counties. This brings the total general water permits approved by the SRBC in 2024 to 292.

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Dec. 27 Take Five Fridays With Pam, PA Parks & Forests Foundation

PA Environment Daily

The December 27 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- Check Out 67 First Day Hikes Around PA -- Washington Crossing Historic Park Reenactment On Christmas Day -- DCNR Forest Fridays: Yule Logs - Team Fir Or Team Cake? -- Wellspan Health Winter Wellness STREAK Program Click Here to read the entire Take Five.

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