Yale E360
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
As he prepares to host the G20 summit, Brazil’s president is championing initiatives to promote a “bioeconomy” in the Amazon that protects biodiversity and helps Indigenous residents. The goal: To get governments to commit to a new economic vision that is truly sustainable.
Legal Planet
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
On November 8, the California Air Resources Board, or CARB, is slated to consider approving amendments to California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard. The program has been so successful in replacing high carbon petroleum-based fuels with lower emissions vehicle fuels that interest groups from all sides of the political spectrum have come forward to demand radical changes that they argue will fix problems.
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Inside Climate News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Removing cattle from carbon-rich soils in the eastern U.S. and western Europe while intensifying production elsewhere could drastically cut greenhouse gas emissions, with little hit to global protein production, a new study shows. By Georgina Gustin For years, researchers and climate scientists have urged people, especially in rich countries, to cut back on meat and dairy consumption to limit greenhouse gas emissions from livestock production.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
On November 6, Delaware River Basin Commission Executive Director Steve Tambini announced a special hearing to be held on November 19 at 1:30 p.m. for the Commission to accept public input on the persistent dry conditions throughout the Delaware River Basin and how to address them. The purpose of the hearing, which will be held virtually, is to seek input from interested parties as the Commission considers declaring a “water supply emergency” if conditions worsen.
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.
Enviromental Defense
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
With COP29 around the corner, our team at Environmental Defence is hard at work preparing for a busy two weeks of UN climate talks. Like every year, this is a pivotal moment for climate progress. (If you missed our explainer on what COP29 is, check that out here ) COP28 was a game changer Last year at COP28 , for the first time ever, countries around the world collectively agreed on the need to leave oil, gas and coal in the ground.
Legal Planet
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
As climate change accelerates, California faces increasingly severe threats to its communities, economy, and environment. Rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, sea-level rise, and worsening wildfires are among the risks stretching State and local resources and driving demand for adaptation funding. California has utilized its longstanding leadership in climate policy to confront these challenges, including developing the State Climate Adaptation Strategy , establishing the Integrated Climate
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PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
On November 7, LehighValleyNews.com reported Pennsylvania Audubon recognized Daniel Klem , Director of the Muhlenberg College Acopian Center for Ornithology , with the Walt Pomeroy Conservation Award. He was honored for his research into bird deaths caused by window strikes. The award, conferred annually by the Pennsylvania Audubon Council, recognizes those who have made important contributions to conservation in the Commonwealth.
Inside Climate News
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
In one of three new reports on emissions, UN officials went as far as saying that the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius may be out of reach. Interview by Jenni Doering, Living on Earth From our collaborating partner Living on Earth, public radio’s environmental news magazine , an interview by Jenni Doering with Bob Berwyn, who covers climate science and the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) for Inside Climate News.
The Applied Ecologist
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Leon Green-Tkacenko and co-authors share insight into their recent study that explores how existing vulnerability indices for seabirds can be applied to migrating songbirds, and potentially other migrating birds, in evaluating vulnerability to offshore wind turbine morality. What is the problem?
Yale E360
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Forests could regrow naturally on more than 800,000 square miles of land around the tropics, without need for planting trees by hand, a new study finds.
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
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
On November 4, the latest white paper on solar energy facility development in Pennsylvania from LandGate catalogs the potential increase of 11 GW of solar energy capacity in Pennsylvania. Currently, Pennsylvania is home to 46 active utility-scale solar energy facilities, delivering a combined capacity of 562 MW. However, the white paper emphasizes the state's vast potential for growth, with nine projects under construction and an additional 20 solar energy facilities planned.
Inside Climate News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Zebra mussels, hydrilla and now a waterflea have made their homes in New Croton Reservoir. By Lauren Dalban The quality of New York’s drinking water—and the complex system that delivers it to each New Yorker’s tap—has long been a source of pride for city officials and residents alike. Intricate aqueducts, powered largely by gravity, bring water from the Delaware and Catskills watersheds, as well as from the closer Croton Reservoirs, to the city.
Enviromental Defense
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Statement by Stephen Legault, Senior Manager, Alberta Energy Transition Canmore | Traditional territories of the Treaty 7 Nations – Denying the link between fossil fuels, CO2, and climate change will only hurt Alberta and its future economic well-being. 97 per cent of the planet’s climate scientists agree that climate change is a global catastrophe resulting in disastrous extreme weather such as floods, famine, drought, and uncontrolled wildfire.
Yale E360
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
A new study details how, in just a few hours, more than 2 million Atlantic cod consumed 10 million tiny capelin. Scientists say the feeding frenzy is the largest on record, both in terms of the number of fish involved and the area covered.
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.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Washington & Jefferson College Center for Energy Policy and Management will host a free webinar Nov. 12 on how the electric vehicle transition could affect state road budgets as part of its Energy Lecture Series starting at 11:00 a.m. “A Bumpy Road: EVs and Implications for State Budgets” will be presented by Dr. Jay Golden, Pontarelli Professor of Environmental Sustainability and Finance in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, where he also direct
Inside Climate News
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
New research into under-ice conditions is challenging what limnologists thought they understood about lakes’ winter behavior. By Lydia Larsen During the summer months, much of life in lakes is limited to areas near the shore where light touches the bottom. But on the first day of ice-over in winter, a fish could look up and see a vast and temporary micro-ecosystem containing mats of algae and dozens of microorganisms buzzing around.
Enviromental Defense
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – Between November 11 and November 22, 2024, Environmental Defence experts will be monitoring leaders, experts and advocates from around the world for this year’s session of the global climate negotiations, COP29 in Azerbaijan. Our experts will be able to provide insight on the negotiations at COP29 – including on issues related to climate finance, the energy transition and f
Yale E360
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Rats could be the latest weapon deployed in the fight against endangered wildlife trafficking, according to a study of rodents trained to sniff out pangolin scales, rhino horns, elephant tusks, and hardwood.
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.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
On November 4, ClearWater Conservancy announced it has been awarded $750,000 in grant funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program to support the construction of a new Community Conservation Center in the heart of the Spring Creek Watershed. Rep. Paul Takac (D-Centre) made the announcement November 1, highlighting the positive impact this grant will have on the community.
A Greener Life
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
By Jiang Mengnan Weifang Port has become the first port in China to officially achieve carbon neutrality amid a huge push to decarbonise the global shipping industry. On 15 October, the port in Shandong was certified as carbon-neutral by the China Classification Society Quality Certification Company, according to a government statement. Weifang Port’s “zero-carbon” certification was primarily achieved by transitioning away from fossil fuel use, according to China Electric Power News (CEPN).
Nanotech
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The European Commission’s (EC) Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) published its final opinion on a new coating for titanium dioxide on October 25, 2024. According to the abstract, SCCS concluded that “there are a number of uncertainties and data gaps that do not allow a conclusion on the safety of titanium dioxide (nano) coated with a combination of w/w 6% Aluminium Hydroxide, 14% Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate and 10% Dimethicone (Eclipse 70) — either on The post EC Committee Is
Yale E360
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
As he prepares to host the G20 summit, Brazil’s president is championing initiatives to promote a “bioeconomy” in the Amazon that protects biodiversity and helps Indigenous residents. The goal: To get governments to commit to a new economic vision that is truly sustainable.
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PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The PA Municipal League and Sustainable Pittsburgh will host the Sustainable Pennsylvania Conference at the Penn Stater in State College November 20-22. This inspiring and transformative conference will showcase the best in sustainability and resilience! This year, Sustainable Pennsylvania is thrilled to feature keynote speakers from the vibrant sustainable host community of State College, who will share their groundbreaking insights and experiences.
ESA
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
By Pilar Pedrinelli The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia, delivered a mix of achievements and hard realities. While the spirit of inclusivity and urgency was strong, the path to truly “making peace with nature” remains challenging. Here’s a deeper look at the outcomes: 1. Major wins: innovation, Indigenous Leadership, and new conservation tools The Cali Fund for benefit-sharing One of COP16’s most significant achievements wa
Scientific American
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
“Going viral” appears to be more than just a catchphrase when it comes to the rampant spread of misinformation
New Scientist
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
From seed oils to olive oil, we now have an overwhelming choice of what to cook with.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
On November 7, Schuylkill Keep It Pretty (SKIP) officially became a county affiliate of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. Schuylkill Keep It Pretty is supported by the Schuylkill County Commissioners and is in partnership with the Schuylkill Office of Solid Waste & Recycling. To achieve this milestone, SKIP successfully completed Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s comprehensive Community Assessment.
ESA
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
By David Baldwin, student at Florida Atlantic University Some of us, ESA delegates, attended to a Side Event hosted by the University of Cambridge and Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership entitled “Restoring Nature, Reimagining Growth: Building a New Narrative for Action.” Do we need a transition or a transformation for a nature-positive economy?
Scientific American
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
Efficient machines, paper ballots and human checks make the U.S.
Environmental News Bits
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Read the full story from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are omnipresent — found in everything from shampoo bottles to burger wrappers. Despite their widespread use, the health risks posed by these “forever chemicals” are not uniformly distributed across society.
PA Environment Daily
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News In 2014, Jane Cook joined the second-ever training class of Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward volunteers. She was already active in the Monocacy Creek Watershed Association , but since then, she has logged more than 1,000 volunteer hours educating the public and restoring local watersheds. Erin Frederick, Penn State Extension’s statewide Master Watershed Steward coordinator, noted that over the years, Cook has continued to increase her expertise
New Scientist
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Data collected by the Zhurong rover and orbiting satellites suggests the existence of an ancient shoreline in the Utopia Planitia region of Mars
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