1 in 4 Unresponsive People with Brain Injuries May Be Conscious
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
More people than we thought who are in comas or similar states can hear what is happening around them, a study shows.
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The odds of quantum weirdness being real just got a lot higher
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
An experiment to test distant particles’ ability to correlate their behaviour is one of the strongest pieces of evidence that classical ideas about reality are incorrect
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Why People Procrastinate, and How to Overcome It
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
To stop putting off tasks, think about the positive
Everything you need to know about the mpox outbreak
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
The World Health Organization has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern – a new variant of the virus has caused an outbreak in Central and West Africa and spread to Sweden
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.
How to See Sunspots with Your Own Eyes
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
Surging solar activity means enormous sunspots are in the space-weather forecast.
Lightning can make energy waves that travel shockingly far into space
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
Lightning strikes near Earth give rise to electromagnetic waves called “whistlers” that can carry energy high enough above our planet to pose a risk to satellites and astronauts
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Strange meteorites have been traced to their source craters on Mars
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
Mars rocks that were blasted off the surface of the Red Planet millions of years ago have been traced back to craters where they originated, which could transform our understanding of Mars’s volcanism and evolution
What Does Project 2025 Mean for the Environment and Climate Change?
Legal Planet
AUGUST 16, 2024
Project 2025 has received a good deal of media attention as a conservative vision for the future of the federal government. The document is 900 pages long, so not surprisingly, few people have read it all. A good portion of those 900 pages focus on energy, environment, and climate change, much of it designed to severely limit the roles of USEPA, Department of Interior, and even the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Should Ukraine capture a Russian nuclear power plant?
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
Russia's attacks and occupation of Ukraine's nuclear power plants have shocked observers, bringing a new and dangerous dimension to warfare. What should Ukraine do as it gains the chance to turn the tables?
Springtime Rain Crucial for Getting Wintertime Snowmelt to the Colorado River, Study Finds
Inside Climate News
AUGUST 16, 2024
Researchers from the University of Washington found that, in the absence of typical spring precipitation, plants along tributaries to the Colorado River consume enough water to meaningfully lower the river level. By Jake Bolster The Never Summer Mountains tower almost 13,000 feet above sea level on the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, the regal headwaters of the Colorado River.
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
The Paradox of 1 – 1 + 1 – 1 + 1 – 1 + …
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
Why a mathematician thought this infinite series explained how God created the universe
DEP Invites Comments On A Proposed $1.3 Million Cost Recovery Action At The Pool Doctor, Beaver Alkali Products Site In Beaver County
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection invites comments on a proposed Federal Consent Decree with Arxada, LLC concerning a $1.3 million cost recovery action related to the cleanup of the Pool Doctor/Beaver Alkali Products Site in Rochester Borough, Beaver County. ( PA Bulletin, page 5306 ) Arxada has agreed to pay $1.3 million to resolve DEP’s claims that its predecessor, Lonza, Inc., arranged for the disposal at the site of approximately 140 tons of hydantoin, a hazardous substance, under t
Common Causes of Food Poisoning Recalls and How to Avoid Getting Sick
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
Foodborne illnesses such as E. coli , Salmonella , Listeria and Norovirus can make you seriously sick.
Stunning photos of life above and below water
New Scientist
AUGUST 16, 2024
See the incredible shots that have won this year's BMC Ecology and Evolution and BMC Zoology Image Competition
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.
DEP Posted 63 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In August 17 PA Bulletin
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the August 17 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - August 17 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection invites comments on a proposed Federal Consent Decree with Arxada, LLC concerning a $1.3 million cost recovery action related to the cleanup of the Pool Doctor/Beaver Alkali Products Site in Rochester Borough, Beaver County. ( PA Bulletin, page 5306 ) Read more here.
Lessons Learned from Colorado’s Transportation Leadership
NRDC
AUGUST 16, 2024
A look at Colorado provides examples of how to build a transportation system that is just, equitable, and sustainable.
Master Gardeners Of Cumberland County Host Aug. 24 Adams Ricci Butterfly Garden Pollinator Festival In Enola
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
Join the Penn State Master Gardeners of Cumberland County for the annual Pollinator Festival on Saturday, August 24, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. outdoors at the Adams Ricci Butterfly Garden near the Midway Pavilion at Adams Ricci Park located at 100 E. Penn Drive, Enola, PA 17025. This event is free to the public and all are welcome. No pre-registration required.
Safeguarding endangered species
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Read the full story at The Regulatory Review. Scholars discuss methods to combat the threat climate change poses to vulnerable species.
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.
DEP Now Accepting Applications For 2025 Environmental Education Grants
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
On August 17, the Department of Environmental Protection announced it is now accepting applications for Environmental Education Grants. The deadline to apply is November 16. ( formal notice ) Priority will be given to environmental education proposals that engage people living, working or attending school within Environmental Justice (EJ) areas in topics related to climate change or water, or both.
Resource recovery and contaminants of emerging concern mitigation by microalgae treating wastewater
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Ruales, E., Gómez-Serrano, C., Morillas-España, A., González-López, C., Escolà Casas, M., Matamoros, V., Garfí, M., & Ferrer, I. (2024). Resource recovery and contaminants of emerging concern mitigation by microalgae treating wastewater. Journal of Environmental Management, 367, 121950.
DEP To Hold Sept. 3 Hearing On Proposed Change Of Land Use On 2 Coal Mining Sites In Clearfield County
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection will hold an informal public conference, hearing September 3 on a request by RES Coal LLC to change the land use on the Surveyor Run #1 Operation and Shaw #2 Operation coal mining sites in Goshen Township, Clearfield County. ( PA Bulletin, page 5305 ) The request involves properties owned by the Shannon Land & Mining Company; by Alan R.
Values Are More Than Statements: Connecting Actions to Values to Build Inclusive Cultures in Chemistry Research Groups
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Pallai, E., Hoffman, M. C., & Schlau-Cohen, G. S. (2024). Values Are More Than Statements: Connecting Actions to Values to Build Inclusive Cultures in Chemistry Research Groups. Journal of Chemical Education, 101(8), 3362–3368. [link] Abstract A diverse scientific community is a strong scientific community. Innovation and progress require varied perspectives.
Sustainability at Retail
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York Master Watershed Stewards Host Sept. 26 Tap Talk - Preserving York County Landscapes & Waterways With The Farm & Natural Lands Trust
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
The York County Master Watershed Stewards will host a September 26 Tap Talk on Preserving York County Landscapes and Waterways at the Collusion Tap Works , 105 S. Howard Street in York from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The program will feature Sean Kenny, Executive Director of Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County. Since 1990, the Trust has placed over 175 conservation easements, totaling more than 15,000 acres in our community and growing!
The EPA Announces More Than $325 Million in Landmark Community Change Grants Awards
NRDC
AUGUST 16, 2024
The grants will help underinvested climate and and environmental justice communities tackle pollution and climate crises.
IRS Announces Correction to Petition to Add Nylon 6 to List of Chemical Substances Subject to Superfund Excise Tax
Nanotech
AUGUST 16, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced on August 14, 2024, a correction to the stoichiometric material consumption equation in the notice of filing for the nylon 6 petition that was published in the February 22, 2024, Federal Register. 89 Fed. Reg. 66175. According to the notice, after the comment period for the original notice closed, an error was discovered in the stoichiometric material consumption equation for nylon 6, and the petitioner subsequently provided a corrected The post IRS A
Prairie plays a key role in Illinois’ past, present and future
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Read the full story at Farm Week Now. Picture yourself in what was to become Illinois in the early 1800s. What would you have seen? If you were in central or northern Illinois, you would have seen mostly prairie. Twenty million acres of prairie covered the northern two-thirds of the state.
PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - August 17
PA Environment Daily
AUGUST 16, 2024
The following notices were published in the August 17 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Many of the notices offer the opportunity for public comments. Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- S WN Production Company, LLC - Vanorder Patrick Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP received a Final Report on the remediation of soil contaminated with production wastewater to meet Statewide Health Standards at the pad located in Herrick Twp., Bradford County. ( PA Bulletin, page 5266 ) -- EQT ARO
Churches are going solar and saving big thanks to the climate law
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Read the full story at Canary Media. The Inflation Reduction Act is helping churches, synagogues, and mosques across the nation access the climate, cost, and reliability benefits of solar power.
What a Survey On Anal Sex and Masturbation Reveals About Prostates and Pleasure
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
Here’s what the team at Science Vs learned about prostates and pleasure in its quest to understand the “male G-spot.
Sustainability execs grapple with AI dilemma, survey finds
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Read the full story at Trellis. There’s a direct correlation between the rise of artificial intelligence and rising carbon footprints for giant technology companies Amazon, Google and Microsoft.
Climate Change Made 2023’s Wildfire Season So Much Worse
Scientific American
AUGUST 16, 2024
Global warming made hot, dry weather that fuels wildfires more likely in places such as Canada, Greece and the Amazon rainforest last year, new research says
Grocer waste solutions: Proactive reuse efforts versus reactive donations
Environmental News Bits
AUGUST 16, 2024
Read the full story at Waste360. The lack of “reuse” initiatives is evident. Most grocers opt for the easiest route—discarding food. While food donations are commendable, they address waste only after it has been deemed waste. We need to be proactive in reducing and reusing before it becomes waste.
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