Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 14, 2024

Every five years or so, Congress reauthorizes a comprehensive, multibillion-dollar law that has a major impact not only on farmers and ranchers—who make up less than 2 percent of the US population—but also on the environment, public health, and the economy. Generically called the “farm” bill, it is actually a farm and food bill that supports a wide range of programs, including ones that cover crop insurance, financial credit, and export subsidies for farmers, as well as the Supplemental Nutritio

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New Scientist

MAY 14, 2024

From how well they work to side effects such as hair loss, here’s the skinny on new weight loss injections that work by blocking a hormone that normally reduces appetite

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

The same massive sunspot that gave Earth multiple nights of stunning aurora displays has now produced the largest flare of the current solar cycle

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New Scientist

MAY 14, 2024

Underwater data centres being installed off the coasts of China, the US and Europe could be disrupted by sounds from military-grade sonar on ships and submarines, or even whales

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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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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Ancient tree rings show that the summer of 2023 was the hottest in the past 2,000 years because of human-caused climate change

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

On Mothers Day, May 12, road dumping opponent Siri Lawson in Warren County said conventional oil and gas well owners left her another “present” -- they dumped their wastewater on the road in front of her home in Farmington Township for the sixth time in the last six weeks. Lawson testified before a Senate Committee on April 17 in opposition to the dumping of conventional wastewater on dirt and gravel roads and now it happens even on paved roads.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Orcas have once again attacked and sunk a boat near the Strait of Gibraltar, a behavior that has scientists stumped

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New Scientist

MAY 14, 2024

The one-day courses were particularly beneficial to those pupils with worse mental health problems initially

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

This beer-making by-product could offer a sustainable way to isolate metals for recycling electronic waste

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New Scientist

MAY 14, 2024

Galaxies could do with a few more arms or some decorative designs – on this episode of Dead Planets Society, our hosts are using collisions, black holes and dark matter to reshape our galaxy

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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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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

Information provided by the Department of Environmental Protection in response to a Right to Know request shows DEP took major enforcement actions against 26 shale gas drilling and pipeline companies in 2023, including imposing $2,290,849 in penalties for violations going back to 2018. The enforcement actions included issuing administrative enforcement orders, signing consent orders and agreements and civil penalty agreements.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Scientists have recently discovered thousands of active RNA molecules that can control the human body

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National Law Center

MAY 14, 2024

On May 1, 2024, the Council on Environmental Quality (“CEQ”) released the final version of its Bipartisan Permitting Reform Implementation Rule, The post CEQ Completes NEPA Overhaul with Final Phase 2 Regulations appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Scientists are putting together a catalog of communications from belugas’ forehead “melon”

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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 14, 2024

Gravitational waves can be lensed by massive galaxies so that they repeat, like an echo.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

The path of the May 11 tornado in Washington County ended between the McIntosh Natural Gas Compressor Station and EQT's Sara Shale Gas Well Pad, according to The Energy Age Blog. Related Articles: -- The Energy Age Blog: EQT Corp. New Act 14 Notices Of New Wells From Sarah Shale Gas Well Pad In Union Twp., Washington County Headed To Library, South Park In Allegheny County -- DEP Imposed $2.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

What the neuroscience of near-death experiences tells us about human consciousness

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PBS Nature

MAY 14, 2024

Amid the war, Ukrainian citizens are coming together to rescue pets left behind by those forced to flee. Zoo Patrol is one example of civilians stepping up to save animals during war.

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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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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Moths and other insects aren’t drawn to nighttime illumination for the reasons we think they are

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

On May 14, the departments of Labor and Industry and Agriculture announced the award of a $350,000 grant to the Rodale Institute in Berks County for the development of a first-in-Pennsylvania apprenticeship program that will offer real opportunity to Pennsylvanians seeking in-demand careers as organic compliance inspectors in the agriculture industry.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Research on the developing brain points to new ways to help young people with anxiety disorders

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

On May 14, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful announced Newtown Square In Bloom in Delaware County will receive the KPB Community Pride Award for their volunteer efforts to beautify areas in Newtown Township. The group was nominated by Rep. Lisa Borowski (D-Delaware). The volunteers, many of whom are members of township committees, organizations, and businesses, plant flowers and trees, maintain the trail network, clean up parks and streams on Arbor Day, weed and maintain the Drexel Lodge Park Butterfl

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Anthropogenic evolution is affecting species across the planet

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

In the last week, the National Energy Technology Laboratory in Pittsburgh and Brandie Jefferson from the University of Pittsburgh published articles saying oil and gas wastewater can be a major source of lithium for rechargeable battery production. Wastewater from both unconventional shale gas and conventional oil and gas wells could potentially be used for lithium production.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Though sometimes overstated, the benefits of cold-water swimming are slowly becoming clearer

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The Applied Ecologist

MAY 14, 2024

Feature image: Invasive Red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii) © Alex Caruana Author Alex Caruana shares learnings from their failed attempts to eradicate invasive crayfish from the Fiddien Valley in Malta. Invasive alien crayfish, like the Red Swamp Crayfish (Procambarus clarkii), are a major threat to freshwater ecosystems all over the world.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

The way we’re “wired” to learn may divide us

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

The PA Solar Center will host a May 17 webinar updating participants on federal solar energy tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act from Noon to 1:30 p.m. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA) has quickly transformed the clean energy world while enhancing access to the benefits of solar for businesses, nonprofits, governments, schools and many others for decades to come.

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Rather than relying on bacteria, whiteflies cut out the middleman and acquired their own genes to process nitrogen

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

The Penn State Extension will hold another in its webinar series of Water Cooler Talks June 5 on PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Our. Environment from Noon to 1:00 p.m. Communities across the globe are discovering widespread environmental contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals." These persistent chemicals present major challenges to environmental and public health agencies, scientists, and the public, who are working to remediate pollution and m

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Scientific American

MAY 14, 2024

Supportive care is often started late in an illness, but that may not be the best way

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2024

The US Department of Agriculture is seeking qualified candidates for the County Program Technician Position in Schuylkill County. Duties of this position include-- -- Carrying out office activities and functions pertaining to one or more of the program areas administered in the county. -- Interpreting and explaining procedures, program regulations and forms to producers and other agency personnel. -- Utilizing various web-based software applications to maintain producer data and processing autom

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