Ten Remarkable Plants and Fungi Named by Science This Year
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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Bird Flu Has Spread Out of Control after Mistakes by U.S. Government and Industry
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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Quantum teleportation can survive through busy internet cables
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
Broadening the Scope of Climate Policy
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
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.
Will an mRNA vaccine target the norovirus strain behind surging cases?
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
Our Bodies Are So Ready to Celebrate the Rebirth of the Sun
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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Run, Lucy, Run! Human Ancestors Could Jog but Not Very Far or Fast
Scientific American
DECEMBER 20, 2024
3D models of Australopithecus afarensis hint at the muscular adaptations that made modern humans better runners
NASA’s Mars helicopter was grounded in 2024 after surprise success
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
Ancient Moon Melt Event May Explain 150-Million-Year Gap in Age Estimates
Scientific American
DECEMBER 20, 2024
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Our writers pick the 26 best science fiction short stories of all time
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.
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
DEP: Revised Application, Instructions Available For Coal-Mine Methane Enclosed Flares Air Quality General Permit
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.
OpenAI's o3 model aced a test of AI reasoning – but it's still not AGI
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
What Gives Christmas Trees Their Crisp, Cozy Scent?
Scientific American
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Learn which molecules are responsible for giving Christmas trees their distinct, crisp-yet-spicy scent
Is solar geoengineering research having its moment?
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
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.
Animals That Turn White in Winter Face a Climate Challenge
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.
Engaging new podcast asks what the big things are that make us human
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
DEP Posted 63 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In December 21 PA Bulletin
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.
How Do We Name the Stars?
Scientific American
DECEMBER 20, 2024
With billions of stars in the Milky Way, some nomenclature standardization is necessary
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.
DEP Invites Comments On Proposed Designation Of Areas Not Meeting Health-Based Standards For Particulate Matter (PM2.5); 3 Hearings Scheduled
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.
Tech Stereotypes Discourage Girls from Computing and Engineering as Early as Age 6
Scientific American
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Early cultural exposure can influence kids’ ideas about gender and STEM in significant ways
Chesapeake Bay Journal: Veteran Reporter Ad Crable Wraps Up 4 Decades Of Environmental Journalism
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 20, 2024
By Lara Lutz, Chesapeake Bay Journal In 2019, the Chesapeake Bay Journal gained a team member in Pennsylvania. Ad Crable, well known for his work at Lancasters LNP newspaper, became our newest staff writer. He had decades of experience writing about environmental topics in the Bays upstream watersheds and authored a popular column about outdoor travel.
Conservation Efforts Save Pandas, Wolves and Panthers from Extinction
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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Seattle, King County & Nonprofits Challenge Washington’s Ballot Initiative Preempting Local Efforts to Phase Out Natural Gas
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.
This Year’s Nobel Prizes Are a Warning about AI
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
Hundreds of small websites may shut down due to UK's Online Safety Act
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
The Human Brainwaves Centennial Exposes a Darker Science History
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
DEP Invites Comments On Proposed Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act Interim Response At Tub Mill Farm, Clearview Farm Waste Site, Somerset County
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.
Making Ornaments From Ocean Plastic in Alaska
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.
DEP Invites Comments On Proposed Hazardous Sites Cleanup Consent Order For Precision National Plating Site, Lackawanna County
PA Environment Daily
DECEMBER 20, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the December 21 PA Bulletin inviting comments on a proposed Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act consent order and agreement with Precision National Plating Services, Inc. regarding the Precision National Plating Site in Abington Township, Lackawanna County. ( PA Bulletin, page 8345 ) From 1958 to 1999, the Precision Facility was used as a chrome-plating facility.
GHP PATHs Prize
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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DECEMBER 20, 2024
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DECEMBER 20, 2024
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