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Driving on Electricity Is Now Much Cleaner than Using a Gasoline Car

Union of Concerned Scientists

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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Financing and Investment Strategies for an Equitable Clean Mobility Transition

Legal Planet

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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New journal: Nature 2023?

Real Climate

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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Our writers pick their favourite science fiction books of all time

New Scientist

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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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.

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Meet the Crown-of-Thorns Starfish

Ocean Conservancy

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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Cleaner ship emissions may warm the planet far faster than expected

New Scientist

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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'Unluckiest star' may be trapped in deadly dance with a black hole

New Scientist

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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Environmental Groups Challenge Highway Expansion Project in Court

NRDC

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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Chicks link shapes with 'bouba' and 'kiki' sounds just like humans

New Scientist

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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Farm Bill 2024: Federal Crop Insurance Program Proposals

National Law Center

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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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

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Bioelectronic patch uses living bacteria to treat psoriasis in mice

New Scientist

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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Volcanoes on Venus Might Be Erupting Right Now

Scientific American

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

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Starliner launch: When is Boeing testing its crewed space capsule?

New Scientist

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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During May’s Solar Superstorm, the Little-Known Science of Heliophysics Kept Us Safe

Scientific American

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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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.

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China is about to land on the far side of the moon with Chang'e 6

New Scientist

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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Do Aurora-Causing Solar Storms Mess with Migrating Wildlife?

Scientific American

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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Pennsylvanians Living, Working Near State's 4 Active Nuclear Power Plants Encouraged To Replace Expiring Potassium Iodide Tablets At June 12 Distribution Sites

PA Environment Daily

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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The Sunspot Cluster behind the Recent Auroras Is Back!

Scientific American

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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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.

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Meet Lizzie McLeod, TNC’s Global Oceans Director

Cool Green Science

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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Neurodivergent Kids Flourish When They’re Taught How Their Brains Work

Scientific American

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

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The Derrick: PUC Judge Orders 7 Rhodes Estate Water Companies To Secure Counsel For Hearings On Their Future [More Fallout From Conventional Oil Well Wastewater Spill In Venango County]

PA Environment Daily

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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Brain Scans of Jazz Musicians Reveal How to Reach a Creative ‘Flow State’

Scientific American

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

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Keystone Energy Efficiency Program Announces KEEP Home Energy Loan Contractor Training Events Starting June 4

PA Environment Daily

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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Avocado Farms Aren’t Sustainable Now, but They Could Be

Scientific American

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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UN Draft Treaty on Transnational Business Enterprises and Human Rights in the Making: Raising the Global Bar in Corporate Litigation

Law Columbia

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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Voyager 1’s Revival Offers Inspiration for Everyone on Earth

Scientific American

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

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Viewpoint: Three visions of a circular economy for cars

A Greener Life

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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This Silk Creates Noise-Canceling Vibrations

Scientific American

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

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New EPA data point to which states & cities have the most lead pipes

NRDC

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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The 5 Hurricane Categories Don’t Fully Capture a Storm’s Complex Dangers

Scientific American

The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season could be disastrous.

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Harnessing the potential of microalgae-based systems for mitigating pesticide pollution and its impact on their metabolism

Environmental News Bits

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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Removing Race from Lung Function Tests Could Benefit Millions of Black Americans

Scientific American

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

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