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A Dry Winter on the Colorado River Has Big Reservoirs on Track for Trouble

Inside Climate News

If water levels drop too low, hydropower generation could affect five million people across seven states. But the conditions dont seem to be concerning for Colorado River policymakers. By Alex Hager,KUNC If you took a look at a map of Rocky Mountain snow right now you would see a lot of red.

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State Agencies Highlight Program To Replace Invasive Species With Native Plants To Celebrate May 20 PA Native Species Day At Cumberland County Conservation District

PA Environment Daily

On May 9, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn joined officials from across the Shapiro Administration to spotlight efforts to combat invasive species and restore native ecosystems during the Invasive Replace-ive event hosted by the Governors Invasive Species Council at the Cumberland County Conservation District.

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Chasing Unicorns: A Photographer’s Journey Documenting Rhino Conservation

Cool Green Science

Photographer Amy Vitale travels to Kenya to cover the translocation of 21 endangered northern white rhinoceros to TNC partner Loisaba Conservancy. The post Chasing Unicorns: A Photographers Journey Documenting Rhino Conservation appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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Kosmos-482 Falls, Cuttlefish Wave, and the Wealthy Warm the Climate

Scientific American

A spacecraft is set to fall from the skies, 28 U.S. cities slowly sink, and a new study pinpoints how the overindulgence of the wealthy contributes to massive warming.

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How to Modernize Manufacturing Without Losing Control

Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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New way to pull uranium from water can help China's nuclear power push

New Scientist

Chinese researchers have a new method to extract uranium from seawater twice as cheaply as previous technologies.

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Stories You May Have Missed Last Week: PA Environment & Energy Articles & NewsClips By Topic

PA Environment Daily

PA Environment Digest Puts Links To The Best Environment & Energy Articles and NewsClips From Last Week Here By Topic-- -- 5.12.25 - PA Environment Digest - All Articles & NewsClips From This Issue By Topic Other Handy Groups Of Articles & NewsClips From This Week-- -- 134 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA [PaEN] -- Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults [PaEN] -- Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported

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Knitting’s Complex Shapes Explained in New Physics Model

Scientific American

A new mathematical model helps to advance the centuries-old art of knitting

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Alien megastructures would likely self-destruct before we spot them

New Scientist

Dyson spheres, a type of huge megastructure designed to capture the energy output of a star, would be a sign of an alien civilisation if we can find one before they disappear

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Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 5.10.25

PA Environment Daily

The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule May 12, 13, 14 June 2,

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NALC news release: Agritourism and Accessibility: NALC webinar will explore Americans with Disabilities Act requirements for farm operators

National Law Center

By Drew Viguet National Agricultural Law Center U of A System Division of Agriculture May 12, 2025 Fast facts: NALC webinar.

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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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Breeding for ‘Cuteness’ Is Making Dogs and Cats Look More Alike

Scientific American

Pugs, Persian cats, and other smushed-face cats and dogs are more similar to one another than they are to the wild animals they evolved from

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Field Diaries: Protecting the peatlands of the central Congo Basin

The Applied Ecologist

In our ‘Field Diaries’ series, The Applied Ecologist is sharing stories from a range of different fieldwork experiences. In this post, Cassandra Dummett shares her story researching options to protect the peatlands of the central Congo Basin. Tell us about yourself I am Cassandra Dummett, and I work at University College London as a Development Specialist.

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Weve Heard This Before: Were Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs - A Brief Review Of Pennsylvanias Conservation History [PaEN] Awards/Recognition -- Reading Eagle: Schuylkill River Trail Garden To Honor Reading-Area Philanthropist David Thun -- Citizen Standard: 38 Teams Participated In Schuylkill County Conservation District Envirothon -- Wilkes-Barre Times Leader

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Water Determines Great Lakes Region’s Economic Future

Circle of Blue

Livelihoods and economies in the Great Lakes region always centered on water. From the manoomin, or wild rice, grown and revered by the Ojibwe people to the whitefish catch in Lake Michigan, to the water-dependent ports, steel mills, and manufacturers that dot thousands of miles of Fresh Coast lakeshore. The areas liquid assets and the industries that developed around them form a blue economy.

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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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Why Does Toyota Oppose Clean Air?

Union of Concerned Scientists

For over half a century, California has been at the forefront of efforts to reduce pollution from vehicles. This long struggle to get cleaner air in California is one of necessity; pollution from Californias millions of cars and trucks, combined with its unique climate and geography have led to the state having consistently the worst air pollution in the nation.

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We’re Heard This Before: ‘We’re Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs’ - A Brief Review Of Pennsylvania’s Conservation History

PA Environment Daily

A brief review of Pennsylvanias conservation history-- -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Air Pollution Killed People, Then We Said No. [ First Pair Of Photos ] -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens Jobs" - Until Hunters Could Find No Game And Anglers Could Find No Fish, Then We Said No. [ Second Pair Of Photos ] -- We've Heard This Before: "We're Providing Jobs - Stopping Pollution Threatens J

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Sunday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 5.11.25

PA Environment Daily

The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtfu

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Monday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 5.12.25

PA Environment Daily

The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule May 12, 13, 14 June 2,

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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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May 12 - Weekly PA Environment Digest Now Available

PA Environment Daily

The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. -- Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] Click Here To View Or Print The Entire May 5

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134 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA

PA Environment Daily

Here are 134 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Thank you for your leadership! -- Citizen Standard: 38 Teams Participated In Schuylkill County Conservation District Envirothon -- Wilkes-Barre Times Leader: Greater Nanticoke HS Students Took First Place In 46th Annual Luzerne Cou

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PA Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - May 3 to 9 - 171 Abandoned Shale Gas Wells; 7 Year Effort To Clean Up Conventional Well Continues; Defective Casing, Cementing

PA Environment Daily

From May 3 to 9, DEPs Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 787 inspection entries. Follow these links to spreadsheets showing the violations and inspections occurring between May 3 to 9-- Click Here for violations issued. Click Here for inspection entries. Enforcement Actions Taken Last Week So far this year, DEP took these actions as of May 2 -- -- NOVs Issued In Last Week: 45 conventional, 16 unconventional -- Year To Date - NOVs Issued: 1,657 conventional and 428

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Top 10 Stories: Harrisburg/PA Politics Reported By Local News Media Last Week

PA Environment Daily

Because In Politics Everything Is Connected To Everything Else-- -- Gov. Shapiro -- PA Capital-Star: Shapiro Says Presidents Cut To Food Banks Hurting PA Farmers -- DCED Invests $64 Million In 11 Projects Through First PA Sites Grants -- Inquirer: Shapiro: John Fetterman Is Best Judge Of His Own Health, Ability To Do His Job -- AP: PA Governors Residence To Get An Anti-Climb Fence -- TribLive Editorial: Transparency Versus Security Over Arson At Governors Residence -- PennLive - John Baer: Shapi

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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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President Trump’s Elections Executive Order: A Dubious Power Grab

Union of Concerned Scientists

Last month, a federal judge blocked implementation of a new executive order from President Trump. Under the misleading title Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections, this executive order (EO) was issued on March 25, 2025. It ordered federal agencies to put new restrictions on voting rights and directed the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to change the national voter registration forms to comply with these new requirements.

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