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Our New Research Says the Solid Earth Can Help Protect the Antarctic Ice Sheet—Only if We Cut Emissions Now

Union of Concerned Scientists

This post was co-authored with Natalya Gomez , Associate Professor, Canada Research Chair in Geodynamics of Ice sheet – Sea level interactions at McGill University. The Antarctic Ice Sheet faces an uncertain future under climate change. As the Earth’s air and oceans warm, the ice sheet is starting to melt at an ever-faster rate. As it melts it contributes to sea level rise, causing harm to coastal and island communities around the world.

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Water molecules found in lunar rock sample for the first time

New Scientist

Although previous studies have found hydrogen and oxygen in moon minerals – implying the presence of water – whole molecules of H2O have never been detected in lunar rock until now

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How Do Stars Really Die?

Scientific American

There’s more than one way for a star to die.

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Rising land under Antarctica could slow sea level rise

New Scientist

Antarctica’s melting ice sheet is relieving pressure on the land beneath, allowing it to push upwards in a way that could slow sea level rise in coming centuries – but only if greenhouse gas emissions are low

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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 Losing VIPER Rover Defangs the Science from Planned Moon Landings

Scientific American

A former space agency official argues that cutting a robotic explorer pulls the scientific teeth from the Artemis program

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Are horses in equestrian sports being harmed by bending their necks?

New Scientist

Horses experience hyperflexion when their necks bend far towards their chests – forcing this position can hurt a horse but when it happens naturally it can be harmless

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Bacteria originally found in faeces help chronic wounds heal

New Scientist

The bacterium Alcaligenes faecalis was first discovered in faeces – but it turns out to have healing properties for the chronic wounds that affect people with diabetes

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DEP Posted 66 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In August 3 PA Bulletin

PA Environment Daily

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the August 3 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - August 3 [PaEN] -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the August 3 PA Bulletin announcing the availability of final Technical Guidance on Turbidity Reporting Instructions for Public Water Systems Using Filtered Surface Water Or Groundwater Under the Influence Of Surface Water Sources. -- The Fish and Bo

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Black holes may inherit their magnetic fields from neutron stars

New Scientist

Short-lived neutron stars may explain both the extreme magnetic fields of black holes and gamma ray bursts, the most powerful explosions in the universe

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What Did Ancient Humans Think When They Looked Up at the Night Sky?

Scientific American

Archaeoastronomers piece together how people understood the heavens thousands of years ago.

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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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Charles Darwin’s frogs turn mating upside down

New Scientist

Turning around and backing up out of pools found in tree hollows may help mating Charles Darwin’s frogs find a safe place to lay their eggs while fending off competitive males

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For Marine Species Across New York Harbor, the Oyster Is Their World

Inside Climate News

As water quality improves, Pete Malinowski wants to fill New York City Harbor with oyster reefs, creating a habitat for the many marine species that once thrived in these estuaries. By Lauren Dalban A small boat sped down the Hudson River as passengers admired the views of lower Manhattan skyscrapers and the open water. Occasionally, the boat rebounded high into the air as it bounced off the waves from the ferries operating in the waterway, causing the more inexperienced boaters to lurch forward

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Some Trees ‘Hold Their Breath’ During Wildfires

Scientific American

When wildfire smoke is in the air some trees essentially shut their windows and doors and hold their breath

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Stroud Water Research Center: Small Actions At Home Can Make A Big Difference In Watershed Health

PA Environment Daily

By Teresa Avery, Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Volunteer According to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Integrated Water Quality Report , more than 30% of Pennsylvania’s stream miles are impaired. A waterway is considered impaired if it fails to meet one or more water quality standards. Fortunately, there is a bright side to this sobering statistic: Property owners in Pennsylvania — and around the world — can significantly impact the health of their local

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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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How Extreme Heat Harms Planes, Trains, Water Mains and Other Crucial Infrastructure

Scientific American

Scorching temperatures are further burdening an already-troubled infrastructure system across much of the U.S.

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PA Environmental Council In Case You Missed It In July Now Available

PA Environment Daily

The PA Environmental Council’s In Case You Missed It In July features articles on-- -- PA Awarded Nearly $400 Million For Industrial Decarbonization -- New State Budget A Mixed Bag -- New Law A Robust Framework For Geologic Carbon Sequestration -- PEC Files Amicus Brief In RGGI Challenge -- Northeast Environmental Partners Announce Award Winners -- Success Spotlight: Neshaminy Watershed Assn.

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Is the Paris Olympics’ Swimming Pool ‘Slow’? Let’s Dive into the Math

Scientific American

Controversy surrounds whether the Olympic pool in the Paris La Défense Arena is not deep enough and slows swimmers. Is this contention true?

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Brodhead Watershed Assn. Hosts Guided Walk Thru The Tannersville Cranberry Bog Preserve Aug. 17 In Monroe County

PA Environment Daily

The Brodhead Watershed Association will host a guided walk on August 17 at the Tannersville Cranberry Bog Preserve in Monroe County starting at 10:00 a.m. The walk led by Environmental Educators of Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. The Cranberry was one of The Nature Conservancy's first preserves in Pennsylvania - now spanning 1,000 acres.

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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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Tell PM Trudeau to Stop Funding Fossil Fuels and Keep His Promise!

Enviromental Defense

A year ago, we celebrated a milestone victory : the Government of Canada finally released new rules ending fossil fuel subsidies. This victory was a long time in the making. The federal government first promised to end these subsidies back in 2009. And over the last decade, we’ve been pushing them – with the help of allies and our supporters – to make good on that commitment.

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TreeVitalize Pittsburgh Now Accepting Applications For Street, Park, Trail Tree Planting Grants In Pittsburgh + Allegheny County; Resources Also Available Outside The County

PA Environment Daily

The TreeVitalize Pittsburgh Program is now accepting applications for Spring 2025 tree planting grants. The deadline to begin the application process is October 1. TreeVitalize Pittsburgh supports street tree plantings within Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh by providing forestry expertise, trees, supplies, and planting event coordination for neighborhood groups.

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July Monthly Roundup

National Law Center

Roundup As July has ended, the staff at the National Agricultural Law Center continue to bring trusted research and information in. The post July Monthly Roundup appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Call For Presentations! Partnership For Delaware Estuary To Hold Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit Feb. 11-12

PA Environment Daily

The Partnership for the Delaware Estuary is seeking abstracts for the 2025 Delaware Estuary Science & Environmental Summit to be held February 11-12 in Wilmington, Delaware. The theme is Bridging the Gap Between Science, Policy, and Action. Since 2004, this biennial event has brought together 300+ scientists, managers, educators, and restoration practitioners to share knowledge and build linkages to strengthen environmental protection, restoration, and resilience in the Delaware River Basin

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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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A data-driven decision-making approach for evaluating the projects according to resilience, circular economy and industry 4.0 dimension

Environmental News Bits

Nessari, S., Ghanavati-Nejad, M., Jolai, F., Bozorgi-Amiri, A., & Rajabizadeh, S. (2024). A data-driven decision-making approach for evaluating the projects according to resilience, circular economy and industry 4.0 dimension. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 134, 108608. [link] Abstract Multi-industry organizations constantly define new projects for development and progression.

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Call For Presentations! PA Recreation & Park Society Accepting Proposals For The 2025 Conference & Expo March 16-19 In Hershey

PA Environment Daily

The Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society Conference Committee is now accepting proposals for educational sessions to be presented at the 2025 Annual Conference & Expo. The deadline for proposals is August 30. The Conference is scheduled to take place from March 16-19 at the Hershey Lodge. If you have ideas for presentations that align with the Conference theme, "PRPS University: Unlocking Potential.

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Differentiating Microplastics from Natural Particles in Aqueous Suspensions Using Flow Cytometry with Machine Learning

Environmental News Bits

Wang, X., Li, Y., Kroll, A., & Mitrano, D. M. (2024). Differentiating Microplastics from Natural Particles in Aqueous Suspensions Using Flow Cytometry with Machine Learning. Environmental Science & Technology, 58(23), 10240–10251. [link] Abstract Microplastics (MPs) in natural waters are heterogeneously mixed with other natural particles including algal cells and suspended sediments.

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Registration Open! Western PA Trails & Greenways Summit Sept. 4-5 In Clarion

PA Environment Daily

T he PA Environmental Council is now accepting registrations for the Western PA Trails and Greenways Summit to be held September 4-5 at PennWest University in Clarion. This event builds on the Erie to Pittsburgh Trail Alliance’s Summit and the Laurel Highlands Conservation Landscape Trail Summit, convening the regional trails community to explore approaches to shared challenges.

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Emerging directions in green nanomaterials: Synthesis, physicochemical properties and applications

Environmental News Bits

Arif, M. D., Hoque, M. E., Rahman, M. Z., & Shafoyat, M. U. (2024). Emerging directions in green nanomaterials: Synthesis, physicochemical properties and applications. Materials Today Communications, 40, 109335.

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Eureka Resources Request To Terminate Its Water Quality Permit For A Proposed Oil & Gas Wastewater Treatment Facility In Dimock, Susquehanna County Approved By DEP

PA Environment Daily

On July 15, Eureka Resources submitted a request to the Department of Environmental Protection to terminate the water quality permit for a proposed oil and gas wastewater treatment facility in Dimock, Susquehanna County due to changed “commercial factors.” The notification came in the form of a Notice to Terminate the NPDES Water Quality Permit it was issued in January 2022.

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For the Oranges of Sargodha District: Pakistan, Podcasts and Environmental Policy Work with Living on Earth

Academy of Natural Sciences

Written by Shanzay Asif Throughout my childhood, oranges had been the quintessential winter fruit in my village in Pakistan. The lure of the brilliant orange, the sweet and seizing taste, etched in my memory of mornings spent under the gentle winter sun, feasting on kinnow, mausami and red blood oranges. My family’s agricultural land in Sargodha District, Punjab, Pakistan But the fertile soil we took pride in was plagued by rising water tables and soil concentrations.

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August 2 Take Five Fridays With Pam, PA Parks & Forests Foundation

PA Environment Daily

The August 2 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- Sept. 6-8: Women In The Big Woods, French Creek State Park -- Sept. 28 - Oct. 6: Pennsylvania Healthy Lands Week Coming Up Fast! -- YouTube: Health & Economic Benefits Of PA Parks & Forests [Spanish] -- PA Parks & Forests Foundation Invites Spanish Speaking Volunteers -- New Trail Brewing Company Launches Ohiopyle State Park In Westmoreland County -- Much More!

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NIOSH NTRC Investigates Explosivity of Nanomaterials

Nanotech

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) posted a blog item on August 1, 2024, entitled “When Nanoparticles Blow Up — Explosion Hazards of Nanoparticles.” According to the blog item, little is known about the potential explosivity of any material when subdivided down to the nanoscale, prompting the NIOSH Nanotechnology Research Center (NTRC) to study the explosivity of several classes of nanoparticles: The blog item states that “[c]ombustibility should continue to

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DEP Names Nathan Houtz Acting Deputy Secretary For Active & Abandoned Mine Operations

PA Environment Daily

The Department of Environmental Protection has named Schuylkill County native Nathan Houtz, P.G. the Acting Deputy Secretary for Active And Abandoned Mine Operations. He follows the retiring John Stefanko, a 38-year veteran of the agency who held numerous positions before serving as Deputy Secretary for the last 13 years. Houtz joined DEP in 2002 in the Pottsville District Mining Office.

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