Legal Planet

DECEMBER 20, 2024

This is the sixth in a series of posts. The first post is here. The second post is here. The third post is here. The fourth post is here. The fifth post is here. The political dynamics of decarbonization that Ive sketched out are very specific to time, space, and economic sector. The policy approaches that may work to advance decarbonization in the electricity sector will not be identical to the ones that may work to advance decarbonization in the transportation sector, or the agricultural secto

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Yale E360

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In 2024, researchers at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, recorded 172 new species of plants and fungi across the globe, from England to Cameroon.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

As the bird flu virus moved into cows and people, sluggish federal action, deference to industry and neglect for worker safety put the country at risk

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

An experiment showing that quantum and classical communication can be carried out through the same fibre at the same time may open the door to building a quantum internet with existing infrastructure

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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

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The winter solstice is the culmination of a period every year when each cell in our body literally craves more light

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We asked New Scientist writers to pick their favourite sci-fi short story. From H.G. Wellss The Time Machine to Octavia E. Butlers Bloodchild, via stories from George R. R. Martin and Ursula K.

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Ingenuity autonomous helicopter surpassed all expectations to fly dozens of missions over several years on the Red Planet, only stopping this year when an accident damaged one of its rotors

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

With billions of stars in the Milky Way, some nomenclature standardization is necessary

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A new type of norovirus is causing a very high number of cases in countries like England, just as a large trial of an mRNA vaccine is starting up

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 21 PA Bulletin inviting comments on the proposed designation of areas in Pennsylvania not meeting the health-based national standard for particulate matter (PM2.5). DEP is seeking comment on recommending that the EPA designate as nonattainment areas-- Greater Pittsburgh; Harrisburg-Carlisle-York; Lancaster County and Greater Philadelphia.

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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

DECEMBER 20, 2024

A newly described species of giant pitcher plant is one of the biggest ever found, with leaves covered in fur the same colour as orangutans

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Learn which molecules are responsible for giving Christmas trees their distinct, crisp-yet-spicy scent

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

There is more research than ever focused on reflecting sunlight away from the planet to cool the climate but there are still far more questions than answers about the effects

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 21 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed interim Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act response at the Tub Mill Farm and Clearview Farm waste site in Elk Lick Township, Somerset County. ( PA Bulletin, page 8346 ) The Site consists of two parcels containing, among other waste, thousands of chemically treated utility poles and railroad ties.

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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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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Hundreds of community websites run for fans of everything from cycling to Sunderland AFC may be forced to shut down by the UK's Online Safety Act, which is designed to protect children from harmful content

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 21 PA Bulletin a revised application and instructions for the Air Quality General Permit for Coal-Mine Methane Enclosed Flares (GP-21) is now available. The general permit sets Best Available Technology requirements to meet emission limits for oxides of nitrogen (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO) and other pollutants.

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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Blazing the Trail, a new podcast from the Australian Museum, delves into topics from how language evolved to the implications of harnessing fire

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Early cultural exposure can influence kids’ ideas about gender and STEM in significant ways

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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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New Scientist

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The latest AI model from OpenAI achieved an impressive leap in performance but it still hasnt demonstrated what experts classify as human-level intelligence

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Law Columbia

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Over the last five years, at least 25 states have expressly preempted local governments from enacting requirements , or even incentives, to construct new buildings that do not rely on natural gas as a fuel source. On December 6, 2024, two local governments finally fought back in court. Seattle and King County, Washington, along with various nonprofit and individual plaintiffs, brought suit against the state of Washington in Climate Solutions v.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

3D models of Australopithecus afarensis hint at the muscular adaptations that made modern humans better runners

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Ocean Conservancy

DECEMBER 20, 2024

This year, the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree traveled for more than three weeks across 4,000 miles from the Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska for display on the Capitols West Lawn in Washington D.C. The 80-foot Sitka spruce, nicknamed Spruce Wayne, was handpicked from the small community of Wrangell, located 120 miles from where I live in Sitka.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

There are so many species facing extinction—but today we’re telling stories about the animals making a comeback and the conservationists working hard to help.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the December 21 PA Bulletin -- -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - December 21 [PaEN] -- DEP published notice in the December 21 PA Bulletin of the 2025 meeting schedules for most of its advisory committees, Boards and Councils. Click Here on DEPs new website for committee and board webpages.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Geothermal Technologies Office (GTO)Partnerships to Accelerate Training & Hiring for Geothermal Heat Pumps (GHP PATHs) Prize aims to kickstart regional partnerships focused on building a stronger workforce for geothermal heat pumps (GHPs), which is necessary to help expand the use of GHPs for efficient heating and cooling nationwide.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The moon may have melted 4.

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Environmental News Bits

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Read the full story from Wood Mackenzie. 2025 promises to be a pivotal year for the low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia sectors. Despite persistent challenges such as cost pressures, securing offtake agreements and navigating complex regulatory environments key milestones are starting to take shape.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Unless we pursue AI carefully, the Nobel committee will one day give a Peace Prize to the people cleaning up its terrible consequences, just as it did with nuclear physics

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Cool Green Science

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Hares, ptarmigans and Arctic foxes all turn white in winter, but as our planet warms, that adaptation may also need to, well, adapt again. The post Animals That Turn White in Winter Face a Climate Challenge appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Manning Law

DECEMBER 20, 2024

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Nanotech

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Download as a PDF. The post 2025 Congressional Calendar appeared first on Bergeson & Campbell, P.C.

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Scientific American

DECEMBER 20, 2024

The centennial of the discovery of brain waves in humans exposes a chilling tale involving Nazis, war between Russia and Ukraine, suicide and the vicissitudes of history

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