Climate-Friendly Concrete Paves Path to Green Construction
Scientific American
JULY 23, 2024
A California company says it has developed a novel way of making concrete that doesn’t contribute to global warming
Tue.Jul 23, 2024
145 
Wetlands — what are they good for? (mitigating flooding)
Enviromental Defense
JULY 23, 2024
Last week, Toronto experienced another “100 year storm” just 11 years after the previous one in 2013. The city saw some of the worst flooding caused by torrential rainfall that surpassed the daily record from 1941. The storm caused widespread power outages and shut down major traffic routes such as the Don Valley Parkway, as vehicles were submerged in a cocktail of rain and sewage water.
Join 12,000+
Insiders
Sign Up for our Newsletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Trending Sources
Physicists may now have a way to make element 120 – the heaviest ever
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
A method that helped create two atoms of the rare, super-heavy element livermorium may pave the way towards making the hypothetical element 120
Fire Once Helped Sequoias Reproduce. Now, it’s Killing the Groves.
Inside Climate News
JULY 23, 2024
Two recent studies find that sequoia groves burned in megafires of 2020 and 2021 were so severely damaged that the world’s tallest trees may not be able to naturally regenerate. By Caroline Marshall Reinhart Giant sequoia groves in California’s Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks that were extensively burned in the megafires of 2020 and 2021 produced numbers of seedlings that were so “drastically low” in some areas that they may not naturally regenerate, according to two new studies by gover
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.
Could we set Uranus on fire to steal its hidden diamonds?
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
It would be tricky to burn away the outer layers of Uranus, but doing so could reveal a possible stash of gems – in this episode of Dead Planets Society, the hosts reveal a relatively simpler technique to rob the ice giant
To Help Stop Malaria’s Spread, CDC Researchers Create a Test to Find a Mosquito That Is Flourishing Thanks to Climate Change
Inside Climate News
JULY 23, 2024
The bug notorious for spreading the disease is finding a new home in Africa. Scientists blame its migration on global warming and worry the disease may gain a foothold in the U.S. By Victoria St. Martin For years, climate scientists have cautioned that the warming world could create conditions where animals, insects and other creatures would establish themselves in places they had not been found before—and bring diseases harmful to humans with them.
Sign up to get articles personalized to your interests!
Environmental Professionals Connection brings together the best content for environmental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
More Trending
How the Nutrition Facts Label Has Changed Food in the U.S.
Scientific American
JULY 23, 2024
Almost all packaged food sold in the U.S.
Can solar panels designed for space boost clean energy on Earth?
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
Efficient solar panels have helped make solar power the cheapest form of energy on the planet, and new designs based on space-age technology are going further
500-Million-Year-Old ‘Alien Fish Taco’ Was among First Creatures with Jaws
Scientific American
JULY 23, 2024
A bizarre fossil of a Cambrian creature that looked like an “alien fish taco” reveals how a single group with jaws came to account for around 90 percent of all animal species on Earth
What is the optimal amount of exercise and how much is too much?
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
When it comes to exercise, more isn't necessarily better – and we're now discovering the ideal dose for better health
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
Alaskan Heat Wave Will Send Temperatures Soaring to 90 Degrees F
Scientific American
JULY 23, 2024
Temperatures in Fairbanks, Alaska, are predicted to reach a record-tying 90 degrees Fahrenheit because of a prolonged, unusually late heat wave
Neanderthal cooking skills put to the test with birds and stone tools
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
In an effort to understand ancient Neanderthal food preparation techniques, researchers butchered five wild birds using flint stone tools and roasted them
Court of Appeals Rejects Chemours’s Attempt to Void EPA Health Advisory for GenX in Drinking Water
NRDC
JULY 23, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – The Third Circuit Court of Appeals today rejected arguments by Chemours Company that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) acted unlawfully when it issued a health advisory about the risks of exposure to the PFAS forever chemical.
Robot dog can stifle weeds by blasting them with a blowtorch
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
A Spot robot equipped with a blowtorch can locate weeds on farms and precisely heat them up to stop them growing, offering a possible alternative to herbicides
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.
Northeast Pennsylvania Environmental Partners Announce Award Recipients; Recognition Dinner Oct. 17 In Luzerne County
PA Environment Daily
JULY 23, 2024
On July 22, The Northeast Environmental Partners announced the recipients of the 34th Annual Environmental Partnership Awards. Awardees will be honored at the Evening for Northeast Pennsylvania’s Environment on October 17, at the Woodlands Inn & Resort in Plains, Luzerne County. Environmental Partnership Awards Recipients of the 34th Annual Environmental Partnership Awards: -- Anthracite Bicycle Coalition , Lackawanna County -- Deborah Pike & the Dallas Intermediate School “Turtle Titans
Universe’s missing matter may be explained by galaxies leaking gas
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
The gas that surrounds galaxies appears to be more spread out than previously thought – and this could help solve a mystery over missing matter
Rare Whale Beached in New Zealand Offers Glimpse of Little-Known Species
Scientific American
JULY 23, 2024
Scientists hope the incredibly rare beaching of a spade-toothed whale will help them learn more about this persistently elusive species
Robot dog can stifle weeds by blasting them with a flamethrower
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
A Spot robot armed with a flamethrower can locate weeds on farms and precisely heat them up to stop them growing, offering a possible alternative to herbicides
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.
Call For Nominations! PA Assn. Of Environmental Professionals Karl Mason And Walter Lyon Awards
PA Environment Daily
JULY 23, 2024
The PA Association of Environmental Professionals is now accepting nominations for the Karl Mason and Walter Lyon Awards to commemorate the vision of both remarkable pioneers. The deadline for nominations is August 19. These prestigious awards are presented to Pennsylvanians who made a unique and creative contribution to the field of environmental management in Pennsylvania with preference given to the fields of administration, law, regulation and community organization.
How diseases like smallpox survived long ocean voyages
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
Modern mathematical tools reveal the conditions pathogens needed to remain active in a ship’s population for the duration of a historical journey
Battery Storage Stands the Heat in California and the West
NRDC
JULY 23, 2024
California’s fleet of batteries helped the grid not only survive the recent heat wave, but support neighbors in the broader West.
If your gym instructor is an iPad, what is lost – and gained?
New Scientist
JULY 23, 2024
When your gym class is online at home, you don't necessarily need to miss out on the benefits that come from exercising in-person with others
Sustainability at Retail
Advertisement
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.
Why did the Pathways Alliance scrub its website? New Greenwashing Rules Explained
Enviromental Defense
JULY 23, 2024
There’s a lot of buzz right now about new rules that crack down on greenwashing – and the backlash from oil and gas companies. Last month, Bill C-59 – an omnibus budget bill – passed through Parliament. Bill C-59’s amendments introduced new language to strengthen the rules and penalties around false or misleading environmental claims, ie. greenwashing.
Coal Plants Earned $1 Billion For Knocking Cheaper Midwest Wind Offline
NRDC
JULY 23, 2024
CARMEL, IN – New analysis commissioned by the NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) shows that customers throughout the central United States paid more than $1 billion in excess energy costs and lost out on nearly 400 megawatts of wind capacity.
With Support from Met-Ed/Penelec Sustainable Energy Fund, Green Building Alliance Launches Resilient Communities Initiative In Reading, Meadville
PA Environment Daily
JULY 23, 2024
On July 23, the Pittsburgh-based Green Building Alliance announced it will launch its newest program, Resilient Communities, in Meadville and Reading to provide both communities with a range of services to help reduce energy demand, cut utility costs, and increase energy efficiency and resiliency for the municipal buildings, commercial facilities, and nonprofit and educational institutions within each region.
Farm transition planning focus of upcoming conference
National Law Center
JULY 23, 2024
“The Cultivating Connections Conference targets the professionals who enable a critical issue today: the successful transfer of agricultural operations from one. The post Farm transition planning focus of upcoming conference appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.
Enhance Workplace Safety with Our Complimentary OSHA Checklist
Capaccio
JULY 23, 2024
We understand the pivotal role that leadership plays in creating and maintaining a safe and compliant workplace. We are dedicated to supporting organizations in their efforts to protect their most valuable asset—their employees. In line with this commitment, we are excited to offer a complimentary OSHA checklist designed to help you stay prepared and ensure the safety of your workforce.
Perception and awareness of circular economy within water-intensive and bio-based sectors: Understanding, benefits and barriers
Environmental News Bits
JULY 23, 2024
Chrispim, M. C., Mattsson, M., & Ulvenblad, P. (2024). “Perception and awareness of circular economy within water-intensive and bio-based sectors: Understanding, benefits and barriers.” Journal of Cleaner Production, 464, 142725. [link] Abstract Perception and awareness can affect behaviour and decision-making, for example, how companies implement Circular Economy (CE) practices.
DPR Announces Modifications to Its Proposed First-of-Its-Kind Pesticide Application Notification System
Nanotech
JULY 23, 2024
On July 2, 2024, the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) announced the release of modifications to its proposed pesticide application notification regulation. DPR states this regulation will support the statewide implementation of what it describes to be a “first-of-its-kind” system that would provide information to the public in advance regarding the planned applications of “restricted material pesticides” used in agriculture.
Human biomonitoring of novel brominated flame retardants: A review on invasive and non-invasive biomarkers
Environmental News Bits
JULY 23, 2024
Olagoke, O. M., Oluseyi, T. O., Njoku, K. L., Harrad, S., & Abdallah, M. A.-E. (2024). Human biomonitoring of novel brominated flame retardants: A review on invasive and non-invasive biomarkers. Emerging Contaminants, 10(3), 100378.
BETO’s Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium Intends to Issue Industrial Partnership Call in September 2024
Nanotech
JULY 23, 2024
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Bioenergy Technologies Office’s (BETO’s) Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium (FCIC) intends to issue in September 2024 an Industrial Partnership Call (IPC) to allow collaboration between industry stakeholders and FCIC researchers. According to BETO, research areas may include biomass supply, handling, transport, storage, preprocessing, and initial chemical conversion.
Metrics in the circular economy: An inclusive research landscape of the thematic trends and future research agenda
Environmental News Bits
JULY 23, 2024
Shevchenko, T., Shams Esfandabadi, Z., Ranjbari, M., Saidani, M., Mesa, J., Shevchenko, S., Yannou, B., & Cluzel, F. (2024). Metrics in the circular economy: An inclusive research landscape of the thematic trends and future research agenda. Ecological Indicators, 165, 112182.
Let's personalize your content