Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 30, 2024

Replacing gasoline with electricity greatly reduces the carbon emissions from driving. Based on where electric vehicles (EVs) have been sold, driving the average EV in the US produces global warming emissions equal to a hypothetical 94 mile per gallon gasoline car, or less than a third of the emissions of the average new gasoline car. Transportation is the largest sector for emissions , and passenger cars, trucks, and SUVs are the majority of transportation emissions, so there is no way to slow

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Legal Planet

MAY 30, 2024

The transition to 100 percent zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales by 2035 will require massive investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure throughout California and in other states that have adopted the same phaseout targets. A variety of structural barriers to charging access make California’s priority populations particularly reliant on public charging infrastructure to meet their ZEV needs.

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Real Climate

MAY 30, 2024

There were a number of media reports today related to Yuan et al. (2024) , for instance, New Scientist , The Guardian etc. However, this is really just the beginning of what is likely to be a bit of a cottage industry in the next few months relating to possible causes/influences on the extreme temperatures seen in 2023. So to help people keep track, we’ll maintain a list here to focus discussions.

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New Scientist

MAY 30, 2024

We asked New Scientist staff to pick their favourite science fiction books. Here are the results, ranging from 19th-century classics to modern day offerings, and from Octavia E. Butler to Iain M.

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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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Ocean Conservancy

MAY 30, 2024

Mesmerizing crowns. Gorgeous colors. Alien-like appearances beneath our ocean’s surface. There’s no doubt about it that crown-of-thorns starfish are fascinating animals. But don’t be fooled by the beautiful hues and interesting spikes … too many of these animals in one place can be destructive to coral reefs and dangerous to both humans and marine wildlife.

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New Scientist

MAY 30, 2024

A 2020 rule that slashed air pollution from ships may have boosted global temperatures sooner than thought, helping to explain why 2023 was so hot

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New Scientist

MAY 30, 2024

A star in a distant galaxy appears to have been almost torn apart in a close shave with a supermassive black hole, not once but twice – and astronomers hope to see it happen again

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NRDC

MAY 30, 2024

Environmental groups filed suit today to challenge the Yolo I-80 highway expansion project. Citing a flawed environmental impact report that understates the true impacts to traffic, climate and air quality, the groups petitioned the courts to require Caltrans to redo.

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New Scientist

MAY 30, 2024

Humans from many cultures tend to associate the nonsense words “bouba” and “kiki” with different shapes – and now it seems that 3-day-old chicks have the same inclinations

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National Law Center

MAY 30, 2024

According to the Risk Management Agency (“RMA”), in 2023, 539 million acres and 42 million head of cattle and swine were. The post Farm Bill 2024: Federal Crop Insurance Program Proposals appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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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

MAY 30, 2024

One of the first bioelectronic devices to combine living bacteria with sensors has successfully improved healthy skin regeneration in mice with psoriasis

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Scientists have found signs of fresh flowing lava on Venus in decades-old data from NASA's Magellan spacecraft

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New Scientist

MAY 30, 2024

Boeing's Starliner capsule had a helium leak in one of its thrusters, but it is still scheduled to launch on 1 June for its first crewed flight to the International Space Station

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

NASA’s head of heliophysics explains how we weathered the worst solar storm of a generation—and discusses the challenges we face in preparing for the next one

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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

MAY 30, 2024

Landing on the far side of the moon is rarely attempted, due to difficulties communicating with Earth, but China is about to try.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Solar storms that create auroras affect Earth’s magnetic field and may cause migratory species, such as many whales and birds, to lose their way

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 30, 2024

On May 30, the state Department of Health announced it will offer free potassium iodide, or KI, tablets on June 12, to Pennsylvanians who are within 10 miles of the state’s four active nuclear power plants as part of routine preventive efforts in case of future emergencies. This distribution is being planned because many of the tablets provided by public health agencies to the community over the last several years are reaching their expiration dates and will offer an opportunity to exchange expi

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

The massive sunspot region that gave Earthlings stunning auroral displays earlier in May is back from its trip around the far side of the sun

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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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Cool Green Science

MAY 30, 2024

From religion major to glass blower to leader in global ocean conservation, Lizzie McLeod’s career path has been anything but conventional. The post Meet Lizzie McLeod, TNC’s Global Oceans Director appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

When teachers and parents talk to kids about having ADHD, autism or learning disabilities, they set them up for success

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 30, 2024

On May 30, The Derrick reported , state Public Utility Commission Administrative Law Judge Mark A. Hoyer issued an order May 28 requiring the seven water companies owned by the Blaine Edwin Rhodes Estate, as well as the Estate itself, to hire legal representation to participate in upcoming hearings about how they will be operated in the future. The seven companies include the Venango Water Company, Sugar Creek Water Company, West Hickory Water Company, Plumer Water Company, Fryburg Water Company

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Both expertise and the ability to release one’s focus can help people enter a state of effortless attention

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 30, 2024

On May 30, the National Energy Improvement Fund announced a series of statewide KEEP Home Energy Loan contractor financing training events, hosted in coordination with the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority (PEDA). The KEEP Home Energy Loan offers ten-year, no contractor fee, affordable financing to assist homeowners who are interested or actively seeking to upgrade their energy efficiency and reduce energy costs.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Avocados are marketed as a superfood, but growing them for an expanding world market has turned a rural Mexican state into an unsustainable monoculture

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Law Columbia

MAY 30, 2024

Upon the initiative of the United Nations Human Rights Council (the UNHRC), a new legally binding agreement regulating transnational business enterprises’ human rights violations is likely on its way. If / when the Treaty is adopted and enters into force, it will have a significant impact on corporate liability. The future legal value of the Draft Treaty will be that of enforceable regulation, provided of course that it is adopted in its current form.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Instruments may fail, but humanity’s most distant sentinel will keep exploring, and inspiring us all

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A Greener Life

MAY 30, 2024

By Jeremy Williams The circular economy is a vital part of the transition to a sustainable future. It’s how we make manufactured items sustainable, moving from a system of use and disposal to a model of reuse and repair. That’s easy enough to imagine with small items, but what does it look like for cars? In order to make a car fit for the circular economy, we’d need to start with reducing the amount of materials used.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

Inspired by headphone technology, silk sewn with a vibrating fiber acts as a lightweight sound barrier

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NRDC

MAY 30, 2024

According to new data released by EPA, as of 2024 states and utilities report that there are more than nine million U.S. households drinking their water through what amounts to a lead straw. This updates a 2023 Drinking Water Infrastructure.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season could be disastrous.

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Environmental News Bits

MAY 30, 2024

Fayaz, T., Rana, S. S., Goyal, E., Ratha, S. K., & Renuka, N. (2024). “Harnessing the potential of microalgae-based systems for mitigating pesticide pollution and its impact on their metabolism.” Journal of Environmental Management, 357, 120723.

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Scientific American

MAY 30, 2024

A new study shows that hundreds of thousands more Black people in the U.S.

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