Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 26, 2024

Rising temperatures = rising costs The heat is on: it’s burning down forests and towns, it’s melting down grids, and it’s making hard jobs even harder. Beyond the staggering human and environmental toll of danger season’s extreme weather, there are rising costs associated with climate damages. And those costs are not being borne equitably. California has taken important steps to address some of these equity concerns—and now has another big opportunity to pass the water and wildfire bond, which w

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New Scientist

AUGUST 26, 2024

The hunt for particles of dark matter has been stymied once again, with physicists placing constraints on this mysterious substance that are 5 times tighter than the previous best

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Ocean Conservancy

AUGUST 26, 2024

Despite being mega big , the megamouth shark has stayed relatively hidden in the sea for ages—having only been discovered in 1976. These sharks were found off the coast of Hawaii when one was accidentally caught after getting entangled in deep naval equipment. This elusive shark has been sighted only about 69 times in the wild, so very little information is known about these gentle giants.

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New Scientist

AUGUST 26, 2024

To determine an object’s quantum properties, you may only need to measure how it exchanges heat with its environment, without touching the object itself

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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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Scientific American

AUGUST 26, 2024

Study participants felt time distortion, fewer negative thoughts and greater detachment from feelings with a noninvasive ultrasound intervention

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New Scientist

AUGUST 26, 2024

Researchers identified two brain networks that help us anticipate and identify transitions in music – and these networks look different in musicians and non-musicians

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New Scientist

AUGUST 26, 2024

A single ytterbium atom, cooled down to extreme temperatures and manipulated with laser beams, could reveal how gravity affects quantum objects

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Inside Climate News

AUGUST 26, 2024

U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns that the climate crisis will leave many people stranded “without a lifeboat.” By Bob Berwyn The realm of island nations spread across the vast Southwestern Pacific Ocean can conjure up an idyllic image of tiny tropical gems scattered on a deep blue jewelry table.

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New Scientist

AUGUST 26, 2024

An AI-powered model found that approaching intersections more slowly could lower yearly US carbon emissions by up to around 123 million tonnes

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

On August 26, the Shapiro Administration and the United Mine Workers of America announced a new registered apprenticeship program to train workers to plug conventional oil and gas wells, helping to protect the environment and public health while providing workers with in-demand skills and family-sustaining wages. The new program will be run out of the United Mine Workers of America Career Centers, Inc.’s (UMWACC) Ruff Creek Training Center in Greene County where Governor Josh Shapiro visited ear

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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

AUGUST 26, 2024

Surrounding ourselves with greenery can do wonders for our physical and mental wellbeing.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

By Jeff Mulhollem, Penn State News A bottle of water sampled from a lake or river can reveal what fish, amphibians, insects and bacteria are present, thanks to environmental DNA (eDNA), the genetic material shed by organisms. This way of measuring transforms scientists’ ability to determine the extent of aquatic life in various water bodies, according to a team led by Daniel Allen , assistant professor of aquatic ecology in Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences.

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NRDC

AUGUST 26, 2024

Strong building codes save lives and money. FEMA made millions of dollars available to update outdated codes—but states are not taking full advantage of this opportunity.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

Registration is now open for the Pittsburgh Regional Carbon Capture Conference , set for October 22 on the Washington & Jefferson College campus in Washington, PA. This free, morning-long, conference is presented by the Center for Energy Policy and Management and will include panel discussions on the basics of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), Pennsylvania’s efforts to regulate this emerging industry, and proposed CCS activity in the Appalachian region.

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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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Inside Climate News

AUGUST 26, 2024

From the sky-scraping snow drifts that can close the trail to the desert tracks without a drop for miles, water challenges high country hikers face in California reflect the bigger hydrology issues the state is dealing with. By Bing Lin Miles to Go: The third in an ongoing series Inside Climate News fellow Bing Lin is reporting from the Pacific Crest Trail in Northern California.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

The PA Association of Environmental Educators is highlighting two multi-part professional development courses being offered this fall-- Universal Design For Learning In Environmental Education and Introduction to Community Engagement Guidelines For Excellence. Design For EE Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework to guide the design of learning environments that are accessible and challenging for all, rather than making modifications for individual students’ needs.

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Scientific American

AUGUST 26, 2024

We cover Mars mission updates, a new brain implant that shows promise for Parkinson’s, the latest on the mpox outbreak, and more in this week’s new roundup.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

The 2024 Eastern PA Consulting and Industrial Forester Conference is set for September 26 at the Dauphin County Conservation District Offices, 1451 Peters Mountain Road in Dauphin from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The agenda includes-- -- Regional Forest Pest and Disease Update -- Marketing Sustainable Practices -- Private Landowner Burn Program Introduction -- Mountain Lions and Penn's Woods -- Pollinators and Pesticide Stewardship -- Successful Business Practices Click Here to register and for more

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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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Scientific American

AUGUST 26, 2024

A heat wave is sending temperatures soaring in the Midwest , and “corn sweat” is pushing humidity sky-high

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National Law Center

AUGUST 26, 2024

“The goal of this webinar is to help drive interest in expanding existing student associations as well as starting new ones. The post ‘Growing Careers’ webinar will focus on how to start, run ag law student associations appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Scientific American

AUGUST 26, 2024

An easy-to-access rapid test could lower barriers to detecting syphilis, which is surging nationwide

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Read the full story at Construction Dive. The congressional watchdog is calling on the Environmental Protection Agency to urgently develop a strategy to address the rising risk of malicious cyber activity targeting the nation’s drinking and wastewater, according to a report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office released last week.

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Law Columbia

AUGUST 26, 2024

Photo: Wikimedia Commons On August 14 the federal government released the United States’ first National Heat Strategy. As it stands today, the Strategy is a major step forward for coordinated federal action to recognize and address extreme heat and it confirms that agencies across the federal government are making this a high priority issue. But like all strategic plans, it is just a first step—implementing the high-level goals it outlines will require partnerships with other stakeholders, espec

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Read the full story in Training Magazine. By understanding the current state of sustainability jobs, businesses can prepare to upskill employees and find talent for future roles.

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Cleannovate

AUGUST 26, 2024

You might not believe it but this article is about my business plan. I’m willing to share it with others simply because the market has room for all of us – the bottom line is how the product is packaged.

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Read the full story from the University of California Santa Barbara. The world is going to need a lot of weird metals in the coming years, according to chemistry professor. But he isn’t talking about lithium, cobalt or even beryllium.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” -- Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Click Here To View Or Print The Entire Aug

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Read the full story from NYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine. In 2023, roughly 60,000 firework shells exploded above Manhattan’s East River as part of Macy’s Fourth of July show.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Senate Fall Voting Schedule -- September

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Listen to the full story from PBS News. A year-long project by the nation’s poet laureate focuses on the natural world and what’s at stake due to climate change. Ada Limon’s “You Are Here” exhibition will take her to National Parks around the country.

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Legal Planet

AUGUST 26, 2024

Trump has attempted to disavow the unpopular Project 2025 and distance himself from the Heritage Foundation, the primary author. In the meantime, another think tank has risen to prominence in Trump World, the America First Policy Institute. It is poised to play a major role in his transition team. The AFPI’s views aren’t expressed as stridently but share Project 2025’s philosophy.

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Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 26, 2024

Poshnath, A., Rismanchi, B., & Rajabifard, A. (2024). Renewable energy allocation in Multi-Owned Buildings for Sustainable Transition: A novel Evidence-Based Decision-Making framework. Energy and Buildings, 320, 114601.

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