Yale E360
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In the two years since Russia launched its invasion, Ukraine has seen its forests burned, its rivers polluted, and its wildlife decimated, all of which "reverses many years of efforts towards sustainable development," said Ukrainian environment minister Ruslan Strilets.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Pigs that have been given genetically engineered immunity to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome, a major and costly disease, could be on the market within two years
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PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
On February 27, Protect PT will host a program on YouTube featuring Laurie Barr from Save Our Streams PA talking about Abandoned Oil and Gas Wells starting at Noon. Join Gillian Graber, Executive Director of Protect PA, to discuss Laurie's work hunting down abandoned oil and gas wells and reporting them to DEP. Click Here to watch the program on YouTube.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Astronomers have found a new moon around Uranus and two orbiting Neptune – the first moons discovered orbiting these planets in a decade and the faintest ever spotted
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.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Without adding an extra day to February every four years, our calendar would get increasingly out of sync with the cosmos
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Dune seems to have defeated most directors who dared try turning the epic novel into good cinema. How does Denis Villeneuve fare in the second half of his two-part take on Frank Herbert's book?
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New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Adding alkaline chemicals to the huge volumes of wastewater discharged into the oceans each year could increase the amount of CO2 that gets sequestered, but the idea has been controversial
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Scientists have finally found the compact object at the heart of the famous supernova of 1987, and it’s not a black hole
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Mathematics is at the heart of modern science but we shouldn’t forget other ways to reason, says author and researcher Roland Ennos
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the February 24 PA Bulletin the final technical guidance on using trenchless technology to construct natural gas, other pipelines and underground utilities is now available and effective. A copy of the related Comment and Response Document is also available. DEP began the development of the guidance in July 2018 as a result of a settlement of litigation with the Clean Air Council, the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, and Mountain Waters
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
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
A device that measures minuscule gravitational forces could help us understand how gravity works on the quantum scale
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Comet 12P/Pons-Brooks will make its closest approach to the sun this April—right after North America is treated to a total solar eclipse
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Newly released emails have revealed that the pseudonymous creator of bitcoin was aware of concerns over the potential energy use and carbon emissions of the cryptocurrency, but felt there was no alternative
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
A grassroots online movement has helped shift the way scientists think about asexuality. But much is still unknown.
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.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Biochemist Casimir Funk realised that certain compounds in our diet are essential for keeping us healthy – but he wasn't the first to isolate a vitamin
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the February 24 PA Bulletin saying it has issued a Chapter 105 permit to correct violations by PA General Energy in constructing the Shawnee Water Intake on the Exceptional Value Loyalsock Creek in Lycoming County. ( PA Bulletin, page 1012 ) On June 14, 2023, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission and DEP discovered PA General Energy constructed its water withdrawal structure larger than what was proposed and approved in its original
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Martin MacInnes, the author of New Scientist's latest book club pick, the Booker prize-longlisted sci-fi novel In Ascension, on how he came to write it (and a bit of a spoiler)
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Sara Little Turnbull used materials science to invent and design products for the modern world
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.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
It may seem counterintuitive, but trophy hunting leads to a lot of land being protected instead of being used for agriculture or logging – which can ultimately benefit animals
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Paleontology is rife with fake fossils that are made to cash in on illegal trade but end up interfering with science
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In this tantalising extract from Martin MacInnes’s new science fiction novel, the latest pick for the New Scientist Book Club, his protagonist Leigh has an epiphany while underwater
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Intuitive Machines’ IM-1 mission is the first U.S. soft landing on the moon since Apollo 17.
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New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Four-legged robots typically need an arm to open doors or pick up objects, but this mechanical canid can carry out tasks with its front leg
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Snakes saw a burst of adaptation about 128 million years ago that led to them exploding in diversity and evolving up to three times faster than lizards
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
A mimic of Martian soil can be turned into strong fibres.
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Vittrup Man, who was bludgeoned to death in a Danish bog, was a Scandinavian wanderer, according to new research
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Highlights of the environmental and energy notices in the February 24 PA Bulletin -- -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the February 24 PA Bulletin an update to its Non-Regulatory Agenda is now available showing the status of technical guidance in development. Read more here. -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the February 24 PA Bulletin the final technical guidance on using trenchless technology to construct natural gas, other pipeli
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In the two years since Russia invaded Ukraine, a chasm has grown between Russian scientists who are studying the Arctic and their counterparts around the world
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the February 24 PA Bulletin inviting comments on its determination that 57 major industrial facilities across the state meet Air Quality RACT II and RACT III requirements and the 2015 national ozone pollution standard. Among the facilities are the US Steel Clairton Coke [Coal] Plant and the Edgar Thompson Steel Plant in Allegheny County, Energy Transfer Marcus Hook Terminal, Monroe Energy, LLC Trainer and the Transcontinental Gas Sal
Scientific American
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope are exposing the pathways that water takes to reach terrestrial planets
PA Environment Daily
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
On February 19, POWER Interfaith brought together hundreds of faith leaders, advocates, and community members at the Roadmap for Justice Interfaith Convention in Norristown, PA. This historic, first-ever statewide gathering marked a pivotal moment as the organization, composed of more than 200 congregations, launched its 2024 legislative agenda , comprised of five issue areas: -- Education Justice: Pennsylvania’s children deserve fully funded schools free from racial or economic biases.
New Scientist
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Last year, the world's oceans broke many warming records.
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