Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Last month, 44 climate scientists from 15 countries wrote an open letter to the Nordic Council of Ministers highlighting the risk of a potential collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a critical ocean current system in the Atlantic Ocean. In the letter, the climate scientists stress that the risk of an AMOC collapse due to climate change has been greatly underestimated according to new observational evidence.

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Legal Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Our last post explained the background of the Seven Counties NEPA case, which is currently pending in the Supreme Court. Today, we discuss the radical arguments that have been made in the case and why they should be rejected. NEPA requires that agencies consider the environmental effects of their projects, but the petitioners raise hairsplitting arguments to exclude obvious effects due to technicalities.

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Yale E360

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Light from cars, homes, and street lamps may be keeping bees up at night, according to a new study.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

An analysis of crystals in lava from the 2022 eruption of Mauna Loa has revealed an unknown magma reservoir within the volcano, which could extend forecasts of eruptions from minutes to months

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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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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On November 12, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the investment of $79.4 million in grants to support 307 projects across Pennsylvania, aimed at expanding recreational opportunities, conserving natural spaces, and revitalizing communities. These grants will support a wide range of projects, including improving local parks, expanding trails and river access points, and creating more green space in local communities.

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Inside Climate News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The Texas-based scientist warns people who care about climate change and the energy transition against despair—and looks to examples from the Bible. By Dan Gearino For people involved with research and advocacy about climate change, the results of last week’s presidential election sting.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

An annual accounting of CO2 emissions from burning fossil fuels and land use change finds no sign emissions will peak this year

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Enviromental Defense

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

OTTAWA/TRADITIONAL, UNCEDED TERRITORY OF THE ALGONQUIN ANISHNAABEG PEOPLE — Ecojustice and Environmental Defence have uncovered that greenhouse gas emissions from Canada’s exported oil, gas, and coal ballooned to record levels in 2023. This information was discovered following a petition to Environment and Climate Change Canada for data on the country’s downstream emissions.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Eurasian reed warblers don’t just get a sense of direction from Earth’s magnetic field – they can also calculate their coordinates on a mental map

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Scientific American

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The unexpected discovery of a geometric phase shows how math and physics are tightly intertwined

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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

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Droplets of fluid have been known to hover above a hot surface, but a new experiment suggests the same can happen to tiny jets of liquid too

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Scientific American

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Jonny Kim—a former Navy SEAL and ER doctor—is now a NASA astronaut who will soon launch to the International Space Station as flight engineer for the crew of Expedition 72/73

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

You might have heard about plans to establish a self‑sustaining city on Mars.

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Nanotech

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The European Union (EU) Observatory for Nanomaterials (EUON) announced on November 12, 2024, that it published a new study evaluating nanomaterials applications in biocidal, plant protection, and fertilizing products used in agriculture. The study, “Collection and review of information on nanomaterial-based and nano-enabled plant protection products, biocidal products and fertilising products,” addresses knowledge gaps on applications, exposure, and hazards of nanomaterials and nano-agrochemical

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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

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

SpaceX is preparing for the sixth test flight of Starship, the world's most powerful rocket.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On November 8, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission sent an advisory to shale gas drillers, water systems and companies with water withdrawal approvals to begin "investigating or planning for alternative operation options" in the current low streamflow conditions, according to Stacey Hanrahan, SRBC Communications and Outreach Specialist. The Commission advisory said, "Currently, low flow conditions are being observed throughout most of the basin.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

AI and Google Street View have created 'digital twins' of living trees in North American cities – part of a huge simulation that could help make urban tree planting and trimming decisions

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On November 12, the Environmental Quality Board approved for public comment a proposed regulation on notification of spills and corrections to Air Quality regulations on RACT requirements for nitrogen oxide and volatile organic compounds. The spill regulation was approved for comment with only one negative vote from the representative of Rep. Martin Causer (R-Cameron).

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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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National Law Center

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a great opportunity for agricultural producers looking to add value to their operation and for consumers. The post Community Supported Agriculture: A Field Guide for Producers and Consumers (Formation and Contracting with Members) appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

An AI-assisted robot can listen to spoken commands and assemble 3D objects such as chairs and tables out of reusable building blocks

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Vermont Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Agriculture, Animals, and AI – Modern Solutions for Age-Old Problems by Scott Scribi When you think of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”), folks usually point towards ChatGPT, not agriculture. However, this modern technology extends to help farmers effectively and sustainably pursue their practice. Whether it is ensuring the health of their crops, monitoring livestock, harvesting, or conserving energy, AI has advanced the productivity and in turn the environmental impact of agriculture.

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New Scientist

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Samantha Harvey has won the UK's top fiction prize for a novel that takes place over 24 hours on the International Space Station

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Vermont Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Bridging the Gap: Ensuring a Just Transition for Rural Communities in the Clean Energy Revolution by Olivia Moulton As we begin transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy, we must be mindful of the disproportionate effects that the existing energy system has had on certain communities. In order to meet the 2050 goals set forth by the International Renewable Energy Agency, approximately 37 gigatons of annual CO2 emissions must be cut by 2050.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

By Katie Bohn, Penn State News The effectiveness of national voluntary programs asking companies to pledge to lower their pollution and greenhouse gas emissions depends on pressure from the public, according to a new study led by a Penn State researcher. The research, published in the Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists , found that companies contributing the greatest pollution and emissions were more committed to reducing pollution because they faced greater publ

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Scientific American

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Today’s cannabis plant is highly cultivated and incredibly potent.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 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] House Voting Schedule -- November 12, 13

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Environmental News Bits

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at Bridge Michigan. The transition to electric energy requires lots of nickel and copper, which are abundant in the western Upper Peninsula. Prospectors seek to expand mining in the area that has struggled since the industry went bust decades ago.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The Department of Environmental Protection announced on its website it will no longer accept Chapter 102 Erosion and Sedimentation ePermit applications while it pauses the program to evaluate and implement its IT modernization efforts. “The last day to start a new application in Chapter 102 ePermit is November 8, 2024, and the last day to submit an application using Chapter 102 ePermit is December 8, 2024.

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Environmental News Bits

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at Inside Climate News. As climate change accelerates, hurricanes, wildfires and hail storms pound the U.S. with growing vigor—and the insurance market is struggling to foot the bill of the damages they leave behind for customers. In 2023 alone, extreme weather cost the U.S. more than $92 billion.

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Corp Watch

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A U.S. federal court ruled in favor of the Osage Nation in Oklahoma after it sued Enel Group for violating its tribal sovereignty. Enel was ordered to remove a massive 84-turbine wind farm that it built without obtaining mining permission, in order to profit from the renewable energy boom.

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Environmental News Bits

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Read the full story at ESG Dive. Global spending on clean energy technologies and infrastructure is on track to hit $2 trillion in 2024. Much of this funding is slated to be put toward renewables, electric vehicles, low-emission fuels, storage solutions, nuclear power and other green technology.

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NRDC

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Syracuse city officials downplay extraordinarily high levels of lead in city drinking water.

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