Wed.Jun 05, 2024

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Passage of Bill 185 Undermines the Integrity of all Future Development Approvals Outside Existing Built up Areas

Enviromental Defense

“Third party” appeals limited to polluters, airports, and aggregate pits Statement from Phil Pothen, Land Use and Land Development program manager Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Bill 185 effectively ends meaningful, independent oversight of development approvals outside existing built up areas.

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Gene therapy enables five children who were born deaf to hear

New Scientist

Five children have had gene therapy to treat inherited deafness, this time in both ears, following the success of earlier treatments in just one ear

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MDMA Therapy Is Rejected by FDA Panel

Scientific American

Scientific advisers vote overwhelmingly that the risks of MDMA treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder outweigh the benefits

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Glasses coated in lithium could let us see in the dark

New Scientist

A film made of lithium niobate and gratings of silicon dioxide converts infrared light into visible light better than the other leading compound, potentially allowing nighttime vision

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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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Four Animals That Live in the Dunes

Ocean Conservancy

Many beachgoers are familiar with the rolling, sandy landscape created by coastal dunes. But do you know about all the animals that inhabit the dunes? Let’s review some facts about dunes and dive into some of their most famous residents. Never miss an update Enter your email and never miss an update Sorry, but we failed to add you to the list. Please try again or contact 1.888.780.6763 Enter Your Email.loading Thanks for signing up for Ocean Conservancy emails.

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Tiny brain sensor implanted without surgery dissolves after weeks

New Scientist

In animal tests, a cube of hydrogel the length of a rice grain was implanted in the brain with a needle to monitor temperature or pressure, and then dissolved away after a few weeks

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Mathematicians can't agree what 'equals' means, and that's a problem

New Scientist

What does "equals" mean? For mathematicians, this simple question has more than one answer, which is causing issues when it comes to using computers to check proofs.

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New NRDC Analysis: Gov Shapiro's Energy Plan is a Winner

NRDC

Two foundational power sector policies, cap-and-invest plus ambitious clean electricity targets, provide significant benefits

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Forests may grow more slowly than expected as CO2 levels rise

New Scientist

Rising CO2 levels will spur the growth of forests, which store carbon, but an experiment suggests this effect could be restricted by the availability of phosphorus in the soil

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Eating Cicadas and Other Bugs Could Be Sustainable and Delicious

Scientific American

Make the best of the “double brood” of cicadas with insect kimchi and tempura-fried bugs.

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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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May 2024 is the twelfth month in a row to break heat records

New Scientist

The global average temperature during May was highest for any May on record, reaching 1.

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New ‘FLiRT’ COVID Variants Could Be Driving an Uptick in Cases. Here’s How to Avoid Them

Scientific American

COVID numbers are low, but some evidence suggests they could be rising.

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Race is a social construct, but racism can cause real biological harm

New Scientist

Research exploring the effects of racism on the brain suggests there is reason to be concerned about potential long-term damage, finds Layal Liverpool

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H5N1 Bird Flu Isn’t a Human Pandemic—Yet

Scientific American

Americans don’t like being told what to do, and many don’t trust government.

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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 to easily satisfy your salt cravings without damaging your health

New Scientist

Could potassium fortification be the answer we're looking for when it comes to battling our unhealthy addiction to salt?

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Empathetic Parenting Benefits Teens into Adulthood

Scientific American

A 25-year study shows that teens who receive empathy from their parents give more empathy to their peers and, later, their own children

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There's a simple solution to our salt addiction - we must adopt it now

New Scientist

Efforts to curb the amount of sodium we eat have mostly failed, so governments must now try a new strategy: adding potassium to table salt

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NASA Rejects Hubble Space Telescope Rescue Mission and Trims Its Science

Scientific American

Failing hardware on NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope may lead to less science, officials say, but the space agency isn’t ready to pursue a private repair mission

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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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Earth’s atmosphere is trapping twice as much heat as it did in 1993

New Scientist

Earth’s energy imbalance, a key measure of global warming, has doubled in the past 20 years, raising concerns about how much heat the oceans are absorbing

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California’s “Room to Roam Act:” Factoring Wildlife Connectivity Into Land Use Planning

Endangered Species Law

Recently, the California Assembly passed Assembly Bill 1889 , the “Room to Roam Act.” If enacted without changes, the Room to Roam Act would amend Section 65302 of the Government Code to add certain “fish, wildlife, and habitat connectivity” considerations to the provisions governing general plans for land use in Californian cities and counties.

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Striking image lets you see inside a deep-sea anglerfish's killer jaws

New Scientist

This astonishing image may look like a deep-sea monster, with its big teeth and gaping mouth, but the humpback anglerfish is really no bigger than your hand

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Why Autistic People Seek AI Companionship

Scientific American

AI apps can help autistic people practice social skills.

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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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Michael Crichton and James Patterson's novel Eruption fails to thrill

New Scientist

Eruption, the much-vaunted "collaboration" of the late Michael Crichton and thriller king James Patterson, may work better as a film than a book. Wait till then, says Emily H.

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Boeing’s Starliner Launches Astronauts for First Time in Historic Liftoff

Scientific American

After multiple delays, the first crewed launch of Starliner marks a milestone for U.S.

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Boeing launches first crewed Starliner mission to the ISS

New Scientist

The Starliner spacecraft is on its way, carrying two astronauts to the International Space Station, having finally launched on its third attempt

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CIRCULAR REVOLUTION – SIMPLICITY IS GOLDEN

Cleannovate

I once stumbled upon a video of a guy making fun of a friend who had been eating rice and beans for nine days in a row. Well, probably he had been enjoying the best burgers or pizza or fine dining. So that made him quite surprised about the friend’s predicament.

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Eczema may sometimes be caused by eating too much salt

New Scientist

People with eczema have higher levels of sodium in their urine than those without the skin condition, with every additional 1 gram linked to an 11 per cent increase in the risk of a diagnosis

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Celebrating Breakthrough Energy’s Webby Award 

Cresforum

Breakthrough Energy recently announced that their State of the Transition report was honored with a Webby Award in the Science category. The Webby Awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of the Internet,” recognize excellence across various digital domains, including digital arts and sciences. This award emphasizes the significant impact and quality of Breakthrough Energy’s work in accelerating clean energy development in the United States and around the world.

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Does coming off antidepressants really cause withdrawal symptoms?

New Scientist

People who stop taking antidepressants may get mental and physical symptoms as their bodies adjust to the lack of medicines - now we know how common this is

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Keep PA Beautiful’s Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania Program Graduates The Class Of 2024; Applications Now Being Accepted

PA Environment Daily

On June 5, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful celebrated the 2024 class of Young Ambassadors Program during a virtual graduation ceremony. The program graduated 28 Ambassadors who committed to eight months of service, while representing and upholding the mission and values of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Commencement speakers included Michael Carroll, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Phoebe Coles, Board Chair of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful.

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Amazonian activist Nemonte Nenquimo tells her story in a potent memoir

New Scientist

From a child's curiosity about a visiting missionary to fighting oil companies, Amazonian activist Nemonte Nenquimo's autobiography shows the journey of an extraordinary Indigenous woman

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House Environmental Committee Hearing On Road Dumping Oil & Gas Wastewater Set For June 10; A Voting Meeting On Bill To Ban Road Dumping June 11

PA Environment Daily

The House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee is scheduled to hold a June 10 hearing on the issue of road dumping oil and gas wastewater as a waste disposal method. The Committee is also scheduled to hold a voting meeting June 11 on House Bill 2384 [ copy of text ] sponsored by Rep. Greg Vitali (D-Delaware), Majority Chair of the Committee.

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