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Pilot programme boost for recycling sector reeling from lockdown A unique recycling pilot programme in Joburg has delivered welcome results for a sector brought to its knees by the coronavirus lockdown, with informal reclaimers now returning to work after months of enforced quarantine. Data shows how the programme not only boosted the city’s recycling rates and the number of households which actively recycle, but […]
Collapse of civilisation likely according to climate scientists Australia’s top climate scientist says “we are already deep into the trajectory towards collapse” of civilisation, which may now be inevitable because 9 of the 15 known global climate tipping points that regulate the state of the planet have been activated. Australian National University emeritus professor Will Steffen (pictured) told Voice of Action that there […]
For developing countries, more solar power — and maybe more lead? In India, solar power’s reliance on lead batteries could harm some communities.
A Photo Essay Celebrating Africa’s Precious Biodiversity On World Environment Day, it’s important to take #TimeForNature.
Atlantic hurricane season already record-breaking — and minority communities disproportionately at risk In three years of TV news hurricane coverage, major broadcasters failed to mention specific risks to communities of colour
Greta Thunberg calls Bolsonaro a 'failure' on coronavirus as NGOs sue his administration over Amazon destruction The teenage activist called for medical supplies for communities in Brazil's Amazon rainforest, who have been devastated by the pandemic due to a lack of health services
David Attenborough says saving the planet 'is within reach' on World Environment Day Sir David released video to mark World Environment Day 2020, saying: 'Stop the damaging stuff, roll out the new green tech'
What Will the Weather Be After Coronavirus? Pollution is going down, but temperatures could still rise. Here’s why.
How Water Infrastructure Can Enhance Sustainability Guests at the Sustainable Development Speaker Series discussed how water infrastructure can be leveraged to protect the environment and address poverty, inequality, and social inclusion.
Coronavirus is the fashion industry's wake-up call to change, eco-fashion campaigner Livia Firth warns 'The pandemic has shown us that everything is connected and sustainability is the only way forward,' Ms Firth saysThermogalvanic hydrogel cools down electronic devices - Physics World Material also recovers waste heat and converts it into electricity The post Thermogalvanic hydrogel cools down electronic devices appeared first on Physics World.
Death of the giants: Forests getting shorter, younger, in Northwest and elsewhere Forests are complex, so it's tough to make any sweeping predictions about how climate change will affect them. “The one thing we know is that whatever happens, it will be a surprise," one scientist said.
Going Back ‘Home’ in the Time of Coronavirus An international student recounts her experience of trying to return home while borders were closing due to the pandemic.
Good as news: positive environmental stories you may have missed this week Emma Searson Director, 100% Renewable Campaign(828) 545-7300Contact person by email Read more about Emma Searson Friday, June 5, 2020 In this week's roundup of good news stories on the environment, we're highlighting a win for clean water in New Jersey, a transportation investment bill in the House, the rise of commercial electric vehicles, and more. 
Clinical results using RadCalc Monte Carlo module - Physics World Join the audience for a live webinar on 8 July 2020 sponsored by LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen The post Clinical results using RadCalc Monte Carlo module appeared first on Physics World.
Sustainable and Green Construction Trends More homeowners are becoming aware of how their home construction ... The post Sustainable and Green Construction Trends appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Inspiration: Our Future’s Vast Possibilities This week’s quote comes from Gifford Pinchot, a pioneer in ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Our Future’s Vast Possibilities appeared first on Earth911.com.
Hurricanes disproportionately harm communities of color. TV news ignores that fact. Zero out of 669 news segments on major networks reported on the disproportionate impact of hurricanes on poor communities and communities of color.
The Atlantic hurricane season just started. It’s already breaking records. This is the earliest the third named storm of the season has ever arrived.
50 Years of Fighting: Jane Fonda talks activism with rising star Jerome Foster II She’s a vanguard of advocacy and agitation. He just turned 18. Fix brought together the octogenarian and the teenager for a discussion on the past, and future of activism.
Discrimination in our food system is everybody's problem Discrimination in our food system is everybody's problem Jim Giles Fri, 06/05/2020 - 00:30 The team at GreenBiz started Food Weekly to track progress toward a better food system. But as protestors filled streets across America last week, I was reminded that a critical question about this effort often goes unasked: Better for whom? We have to ask this question because we can't assume that any progress we make will be inclusive. Systems can evolve and remain discriminatory. We’ve seen this happen in housing, education, criminal justice and so many other areas of our society where people of color are…
Coronavirus shows we must change our economy to recognise that human wealth depends on nature's health From now on, protecting and enhancing our environment must be at the heart of how we achieve economic prosperity
We need fresh thinking about the role of digital technologies in our food system This post is by Imogen Cripps, policy assistant at Green Alliance and was first published by Business Green. As the recent surge of armchair epidemiologists would suggest, we all know a lot more about viruses than we did last year. But as well as becoming more familiar with the dynamics of a global pandemic, I’d guess that many of us
Climate of optimism: Why veteran environmentalist Sir Jonathon Porritt is so hopeful right now Exclusive: The global response to coronavirus has shown us what action looks like — 'We are capable of doing astonishing things', says writer and broadcasterNew technique uses food residues to date prehistoric pottery - Physics World Compound-specific accelerator mass spectrometry provides the first direct estimates for the age of clay artefacts The post New technique uses food residues to date prehistoric pottery appeared first on Physics World.
Cleanest air on earth discovered in groundbreaking study Scientists found an atmospheric region that was free from particles caused by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and air travel
Landslide in Arctic Norway sweeps away 8 homes COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Jan Egil Bakkedal had just prepared himself a sandwich when he heard a huge noise and realized that it was a landslide after which he ran out and filmed it from a nearby hill in Arctic Norway. Bakkedal told The Associated Press on Thursday that he filmed Wednesday afternoon’s powerful landslide […]
The COVID-19 Pandemic at Age 31 Versus 67 A graduate student shares her experience of trying to protect the people around her.
Contractor getting $5M bonus for Hanford vitrification plant Construction on the plant started in 2002 and is required to start treating low activity radioactive waste for disposal by the end of 2023.
Real-World Lessons From the Spring 2020 Environmental Science and Policy Workshop Students investigated policy or management problems faced by their clients in government and nonprofit agencies.
Forest products help power local economies Billions of dollars and hundreds of thousands of jobs help weather tough times.
Climate Risk Insurance for Colombia’s Smallholder Rice Farmers Insurance payouts based on weather conditions are helping to keep premiums low and enabling millions of farmers access to coverage previously unavailable to them.Machine learning teases out differences in high-pressure ice phases - Physics World Findings will be important for planetary science as well as condensed-matter physics The post Machine learning teases out differences in high-pressure ice phases appeared first on Physics World.
What the Forecast for an Active Hurricane Season Means for the Atlantic Region Climate scientist Suzana Camargo shares some cautionary words.AI-reconstructed medical images can’t be trusted - Physics World Medical image reconstruction algorithms based on artificial intelligence and deep learning may lead to false positives and false negatives The post AI-reconstructed medical images can’t be trusted appeared first on Physics World.
The Time for Change Has Arrived, Turn to Justice and Sustainability for a Way Forward Our country suffered catastrophic injuries during the last week with ... The post The Time for Change Has Arrived, Turn to Justice and Sustainability for a Way Forward appeared first on Earth911.com.
How Ocean Spray cranberries became America’s '100 percent sustainable' crop How Ocean Spray cranberries became America’s '100 percent sustainable' crop Jesse Klein Thu, 06/04/2020 - 01:45 Cranberries are more than just an American Thanksgiving Day tradition; they also are a tradition of the American land. The crop is one of only three native cultivated fruits in North America. Because the plant is actually meant to grow in the natural environment, many growing and harvesting practices already help the surrounding land and could be considered sustainable, under normal conditions. The berry grows best in boggy, water-soaked soil that can’t be used for many other crops. And every one acre of cranberry…White papers: Bruker Nano, Dectris and Park Systems - Physics World Explore the latest technology white papers from physics-based industry in materials science, detector technology and microscopy The post White papers: Bruker Nano, Dectris and Park Systems appeared first on Physics World.
Katsuhiko Sato: from inflation to science policy - Physics World Physicist Katsuhiko Sato from the University of Tokyo talks to Graham Jones about his work on inflation and the future of physics in Japan The post Katsuhiko Sato: from inflation to science policy appeared first on Physics World.
US states have spent the past 5 years trying to criminalize protest Recent years have seen unprecedented racial and environmental justice protests — and an unprecedented state response.
Why is everything falling apart in 2020? Pandemic and protests and policing! Why is this all happening right now?
Tear gas and coronavirus are ‘a recipe for disaster,’ experts warn Police use of tear gas could make COVID-19 infections more likely.
Combating climate change, COVID-19, and systemic injustice on the same front 'We have to end making some communities sacrifice zones.'
Green Ideas and Cleaning the Home Going green at home does not require a lot of investment, and it doesn’t consume much time either. On the contrary, choosing to incorporate green living in your home will be the best decision you could ever make when it […]
Eco-Friendly Sunscreens for Summer With a little help from the Environmental Working Group’s SkinDeep database, Earth911 rounded up eight safe, nontoxic and eco-friendly sunscreens that are as easy on your skin as they are on the environment. The post Eco-Friendly Sunscreens for Summer appeared first on Earth911.com.
EU says carmakers need deeper CO2 cuts to meet climate goalsCarbon dioxide emissions from new cars in Europe increased for a second consecutive year in 2018, according to data published by the European Union’s environment agency, putting carmakers on a collision course with the bloc’s climate goals. The EU’s executive the European Commission urged carmakers to do more to cut their fleets’ carbon footprint to […]
Environmental and Justice Activists Need to Join ForcesTo achieve an equitable, sustainable culture and economy, we must combine efforts that liberate communities of color and liberate the planet.
Cities are shutting down bikeshares during curfews, stranding their own residentsOn Wednesday, CitiBike will be required to end service at 6 p.m. — two hours before the curfew begins.
China's air pollution overshoots pre-coronavirus concentrations as life resumes after lockdownAir pollution is now overtaking levels prior to the pandemic after lockdown measures ended and industry ramps up
Jane Goodall says 'humanity is finished' if we fail to learn from coronavirusThe renowned conservationist, 86, gave the warning at a conference to address intensive factory farming, saying 'we can't go on very much longer like this'
Image quality analysis for MR in radiotherapy using the MagphanRT system - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 16 June 2020 sponsored by The Phantom Laboratory The post Image quality analysis for MR in radiotherapy using the MagphanRT system appeared first on Physics World.
Scientists learn how tiny critters make ocean ‘snot palaces’KENSINGTON, Maryland (AP) — Master builders of the sea construct the equivalent of a complex five-story house that protects them from predators and funnels and filters food for them — all from snot coming out of their heads. And when these delicate mucus homes get clogged, the tadpole-looking critters — called giant larvaceans — build […]
5 reasons the Great Lakes should be part of our COVID-19 recoveryAcross Canada, there have been calls for a green recovery, and a just recovery as we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s so important...Read More The post 5 reasons the Great Lakes should be part of our COVID-19 recovery appeared first on Environmental Defence.
How African Feminists Are Sustaining Peace in a PandemicWomen grassroots activists share their strategies.
Ocean Uptake of CO2 Could Drop as We Cut Carbon EmissionsA new study finds that ocean absorption of CO2 rises and falls along with human activity and natural phenomena. The findings are important for understanding how much the oceans will offset future climate change.
Protecting and restoring the Great Lakes as part of Canada’s green recovery: Answers to your questionsLast week, in our final episode of The Recovery Series, we talked about the need to invest in the protection and restoration of our...Read More The post Protecting and restoring the Great Lakes as part of Canada’s green recovery: Answers to your questions appeared first on Environmental Defence.Ammonia emissions can drive urban smog formation - Physics WorldCLOUD experiment at CERN highlights the importance of controlling ammonia emissions in urban environments The post Ammonia emissions can drive urban smog formation appeared first on Physics World.
Jumbo Valley Wilderness Protected as Land Management Case Comes to a CloseA land management dispute in Canada that has played out over 30 years has ended in major victory for the Ktunaxa Nation.
How cleaner vehicles can bring big public health benefits and fight climate changePublic health studies show that people who live near roads and highways are exposed to a harmful amount of air pollution from cars, buses...Read More The post How cleaner vehicles can bring big public health benefits and fight climate change appeared first on Environmental Defence.Why ultrafast detection is ultra-good - Physics WorldCharalampos Tsoumpas explains why our ability to track gamma rays emitted just picoseconds apart could lead to new medical-imaging devices The post Why ultrafast detection is ultra-good appeared first on Physics World.
It takes a village to succeed in climate techIt takes a village to succeed in climate tech Ben Soltoff Wed, 06/03/2020 - 02:00 Solving climate change depends, to some extent, on technological innovation. The world’s leading climate authority, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), published a landmark 2018 report highlighting the urgency of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. The report outlines four potential pathways for reaching that goal. The pathways are vastly different, but one thing they have in common is a central role for new technologies, all of which fall under the growing category known as climate tech. Relying on emissions-reducing technology isn’t the same…Dynamic stimulation of visual cortex lets blind people ‘see’ shapes - Physics WorldUsing electrical stimulation to dynamically trace letters directly on patients' brains enabled them to 'see' the intended letter shapes The post Dynamic stimulation of visual cortex lets blind people ‘see’ shapes appeared first on Physics World.
‘Ring down the curtain’: What protests mean for a nation already in crisisIt takes collective action to dismantle a system and put another in its place.
How the internet transformed climate activismRemember slacktivism? It doesn't look so lazy now.
On top of everything, hurricane season is here and most Americans don’t have flood insurance“You look at Carfax and figure out if your car has had a dinged bumper, but making one of the largest financial purchases of your life, like a house, you can’t figure out if it’s in a flood zone.”
A tightrope walk ahead for corporate sustainability managersA tightrope walk ahead for corporate sustainability managers Rajat Panwar Wed, 06/03/2020 - 00:00 Amidst numerous uncertainties surrounding post-COVID corporate climate, one thing is certain: Sustainability managers will face multifaceted challenges. Many could face budget cuts, even as their stakeholders expect them to ramp up sustainability efforts and seize this unique "opportunity" to initiate fundamental corporate transformations. Many may find their companies’ post COVID-19 business strategies are no longer aligned with ongoing or planned sustainability programs. The job of a sustainability manager never has been easy, it will become even more challenging during economically turbulent times. After the 2008 economic…
Football-pitch size patch of rainforest lost every six seconds in 2019The total loss of tropical rainforest was 11.9m hectares, an area roughly three times the size of Switzerland
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef suffers most extensive coral bleachingAustralia’s Great Barrier Reef suffered its most extensive coral bleaching event in March, with scientists fearing the coral recovers less each time after the third bleaching in five years. February 2020 was the hottest month on record since records began in 1900, Professor Terry Hughes, Director of the ARC Centre of Excellence for Coral Reef […]
#BlackBirdersWeek takes on systemic racism"The whole purpose is to highlight and showcase Black birders, and anybody can do that."
Climate activists voice support for George Floyd protesters and confront green movement's issues with race'It's not lost on me that last year's Climate Strikes received overwhelmingly positive coverage, while this weekend we've seen more concern over how people protest than the movement's goals'
Nisarga Could Be the Strongest Storm to Hit Mumbai in 70 YearsMajor cyclone landfalls in this region are rare, but they could become more common and more dangerous under climate change.
In Solidarity: A Message From the Earth InstituteThe Earth Institute empathizes with those directly impacted by recent tragedies, and with everyone in our community experiencing loss, despair and fear. Black lives matter and we stand with the nonviolent protestors.
Meet the first baby koala born in Australian wildlife park since devastating wildfiresAn Australia wildlife park celebrates the birth of its first baby koala since bushfires devastated the area.
Profiting from health and ecological crises in AfricaThe ACB has shared a research paper about the wave of ‘Trojan horse’ second-generation genetic engineering strategies targeted at, inter alia, malaria in Africa, at a time when the COVID-19 crisis is fracturing the myth that global health expertise is the domain of North America and Europe. Global health can no longer be defined by […]
Earth accelerating towards sixth mass extinction event that could see 'disintegration of civilisation', scientists warnStop The Wildlife Trade: 'Extinction breeds extinction', says grim new study revealing more than 500 species are on course to go extinct in next two decades - around the same figure for the whole of the twentieth century
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How Ecotourism Can Harm Indigenous CommunitiesThe lack of a clear set rules for ecotourism means it’s often not as sustainable as it sounds.
A circular economy will protect us against future shocksOver the past few months of upheaval, Covid-19 has succinctly highlighted many shortcomings of what used to pass for the ‘normal’ functioning of economy and society. It’s made many rethink what they value and what they expect the state to value, protect and promote. While it remains unclear what changes will stick and what greater changes are coming down the
Lots of people with canceled summer travel plans are diving into the RV lifeThere are safer and less-safe ways to take advantage of RVs during uncertain times.
Stop the next coronavirus: ban wildlife trade!Our world has changed beyond belief – hundreds of thousands have died, shops are shuttered, and we can’t even hug our family and friends. The likely cause of this pandemic? The global wildlife trade. We know it’s driving the extinction of thousands of species, and is responsible for animal rights abuses – and now experts […]
New Zealand is sitting on top of a massive bubble of lava from an ancient volcanoScientists say powerful undersea eruptions from an ancient New Zealand volcano created a lava plume the size of India.
Returning puffins may find new nesting grounds in absence of touristsSeabirds are back in strong numbers, says National Trust
5 best solutions to gain access to energy services in a rural areaUninterrupted access to energy services plays an important role in our day-to-day lives. Energy is not only required for the survival of an individual but is also important for establishing a widespread community, consisting of healthcare, government, financial, industrial, agricultural […]
This moment: An open letter to the GreenBiz communityThis moment: An open letter to the GreenBiz community Joel Makower Tue, 06/02/2020 - 02:11 In the wee hours of Nov. 9, 2016, shortly after Donald Trump was declared the 45th president of the United States, I sat down and penned a note to the GreenBiz community. A lot of us were shocked, confused, depressed and angry that this vulgar man, who saw climate change as a hoax and "beautiful clean coal" as our savior, would be setting the national agenda at such a critical time. It was "a stunning and devastating indictment of decency, fairness and inclusion," I wrote that…
Celebrate World Environment Day on June 5World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5, is not nearly ... The post Celebrate World Environment Day on June 5 appeared first on Earth911.com.
6 tips for becoming a youth activist (as told by a youth activist)In her new book, climate activist Jamie Margolin shares how to find your voice — and use it.
Climate change threatens the economy. Here’s what regulators can do right now.Climate change could further destabilize the economy. But regulators are failing to consider the risks.
Responding to protests, green groups reckon with a racist pastEnvironmental groups are speaking out against the killing of George Floyd.
It's time to prioritize the survival of indigenous people, the world's forest stewardsIt's time to prioritize the survival of indigenous people, the world's forest stewards Carol Goodstein Tue, 06/02/2020 - 00:00 Hunting and gathering for food is taking on a whole new meaning of late. The ever-lengthening line at my local Whole Foods starts to wrap around the outside of the store before 7 a.m., as socially distanced shoppers — securely donned in gloves, masks and even plastic face shields — wait nervously to scavenge for their week’s worth of essentials along with their COVID-19 indulgences: the extra bars of Hu chocolates and Enjoy Life cookies, in my family’s case. We once…
Confront illegal wildlife trafficking with international criminal laws, former global trade chief saysJohn Scanlon was Secretary-General of the UN-affiliated Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species from 2010 until 2018
Climate crisis: 200 top UK businesses call on Boris Johnson for green recovery plan from coronavirus pandemicFirms put pressure on British government to meet own climate targets including hitting net zero emissions by 2050Mass Extinctions Are Accelerating, Scientists ReportWe are in the midst of a mass extinction, many scientists have warned — this one driven not by a catastrophic natural event, but by humans. The unnatural loss of biodiversity is accelerating, and if it continues, the planet will lose vast ecosystems and the necessities they provide, including fresh water, pollination, and pest and […]
Protests are bringing attention to the ‘everyday violence’ faced by black AmericansOn Sunday, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker highlighted the environmental harms disproportionately burdening black Americans.
Real-life Lessons for Trucking's Clean FutureReal-life Lessons for Trucking's Clean Future Having flown under the radar for decades, the trucking industry more than proved its value during the COVID-19 crisis as hospital, grocery and e-commerce deliveries became critical. With more attention on the industry and its current practices, we want to focus on its future as well. Trucking is ready for a transition to electric vehicles, and that transition is primed to start in the urban and regional-haul segments that’s been so essential for us during the pandemic. This webcast will dive into trucking’s role in our supply chain, how it has evolved since March,…
Lynnette Widder Receives Fellowship From Institute for Ideas and ImaginationAs part of the fellowship, she will examine the transformation of design thinking, symbolic representation and construction in post-war West Germany.
20 years after the Walkerton Tragedy, Ontario could be setting itself up for a new water crisisTwenty years ago, a different public health crisis was gripping Ontario. Today we know that crisis as “The Walkerton Tragedy”. In the middle of...Read More The post 20 years after the Walkerton Tragedy, Ontario could be setting itself up for a new water crisis appeared first on Environmental Defence.Floating visual displays, ultrafast imaging and far-UVC light: the June 2020 edition of Physics World is now out - Physics WorldExplore the latest issue of your favourite physics magazine The post Floating visual displays, ultrafast imaging and far-UVC light: the June 2020 edition of <i>Physics World</i> is now out appeared first on Physics World.
Why understanding your body temperature matters right nowYou're probably using a thermometer a lot more often lately, so here's why understanding your body temperature really matters.
National Park Service rolls out clever social distancing postersAs parks reopen around the country, the NPS offers up some humorous advice for staying safe.
Next generation of cryogenics: tailored for quantum technologies - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 2 July 2020 sponsored by Bluefors The post Next generation of cryogenics: tailored for quantum technologies appeared first on Physics World.
SpaceX opens a new chapter in U.S. spaceflightThe private space company made history Saturday with the launch of two NASA astronauts into space.
World Environment Day calls for an end to nature’s destructionOne million plant and animal species risk extinction, largely due to human activities. These are issues the world cannot lose sight of even as we tackle the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing climate crisis. The theme for World Environment Day, 5 June 2020, is biodiversity — a call to action to combat the accelerating species […]
Mining firm apologises for destruction of 46,000-year-old Aboriginal cavesUnesco expert compares legal loss of Juukan Gorge caves by Rio Tinto to Isis' demolition of Palmyra
Mass Media World, Social Media World and the Real WorldIn the world outside of the mass and social media, we can have a reasoned, and even emotional argument about what we should do about the situation we are in.Topological insulators enter the fourth dimension - Physics WorldPhysicists see conduction on the surface of 4D electrical circuits The post Topological insulators enter the fourth dimension appeared first on Physics World.
How Can We Stop Climate Change?This is the final article in a series of five ... The post How Can We Stop Climate Change? appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Podcast: Avoiding Revenge Pollution With World Centric’s Lauren OlsonAs the world re-opens in the wake of COVID-19 Wave ... The post Earth911 Podcast: Avoiding Revenge Pollution With World Centric’s Lauren Olson appeared first on Earth911.com.
Obama’s Recovery Act breathed life into renewables. Now they need rescuing.$90 billion made a world of difference for wind and solar.
Shareholders to Big Oil: Do more on climate changeThe bar for climate action has gone up among big oil's shareholders.
Is sustainability undergoing a pandemic pause?Is sustainability undergoing a pandemic pause? Joel Makower Mon, 06/01/2020 - 00:00 If you were to believe the mainstream business media, there would be no question whatsoever that the twin crises of a pandemic and a recession have pretty much put the kibosh on sustainable business activity. I mean, why, amid all this human and economic carnage, should companies be focused on anything besides keeping their doors open? Last month, for example, the Wall Street Journal published a piece ("Sustainability Was Corporate America’s Buzzword. This Crisis Changes That") proclaiming that when it comes to corporate commitments and programs, "executives have…
How a lagoon became a frontline defence against climate changeWhen Albert Pati moved closer to the sea to open a beach bar overlooking the Mediterranean in Albania, he never imagined that the sea would also be moving closer to him, now eroding the soil around his restaurant floor. Even before the outbreak of Covid-19, families and businesses around the Adriatic Sea were faced with […]
Will orcas thrive in the coronavirus pandemic’s quieter waters? Scientists aim to find outResearchers are trying to learn how orcas respond to waters deserted by recreational boaters because of the pandemic.
Lockdown gives dive operators time to rethink sustainabilityThe world is at a standstill to flatten the Covid-19 curve, a pause that has been especially devastating to the travel industry. But for some marine tourism operators in Indonesia and Malaysia, the lockdown has inspired new innovations. The picturesque Ceningan Divers Resort in Bali, Indonesia—though closed for guests since March 19—has set up an […]
In Canada, Inuit communities are shaping research prioritiesScientists wishing to do research must now consult with Inuit groups — and consider long-neglected local priorities.
How renewable energy could emerge on top after the pandemicAnalysts say renewables' economic advantage will only increase in the long term.
State Climate Suits Really, Really, Belong in State Court When They Allege Misleading Statements To InvestorsOn Thursday, there was yet another opinion addressing whether state and local climate suits belong in state or federal court. This time, Judge William Young issued an opinion explaining his March bench decision to remand Massachusetts’ case against ExxonMobil to state court. The Massachusetts case for remand was easier than in the cases seeking a remedy for climate change. The Massachusetts case does not make nuisance claims or seek a substantive remedy for the impacts of climate change. … More
Social distancing while black? Let your community lift you up.We spend the first hour of our weekly Zoom happy hour just catching up and making each other laugh — we need it.
Stop The Wildlife Trade: China calls dogs 'companions' and removes as livestock ahead of Yulin dog meat festivalThe government said traditional customs about dogs are changing after the cities of Shenzhen and Zhuhai became the first to officially ban the consumption of cat and dog meat
Bird-watching has boomed during the pandemicLockdown may have given us a renewed love for all that sings and soars in the natural world.
Stop The Wildlife Trade: One of Africa's largest nature reserves and home to four pangolin species expands its protectionThe Central African Republic's Chinko basin, an area twice the size of Massachusetts, is a biodiversity hotspot that has been targeted by militarised poachers
Report Outlines Path to Safe Reopening During COVID-19The guide calls for a significant up-scaling of testing to determine when people can return to work safely, and says that businesses will have to fundamentally change how they do things.
Why radical homemaking makes senseShannon Hayes, who blogs as the Radical Homemaker, sees homemaking as an ecological movement.
Everything you need to know about Lyme diseaseWhat is Lyme disease? Here's where you are more likely to get it and the symptoms to look for if you're concerned.
Alaskan Coast at Risk of Catastrophic Landslide and Mega-TsunamiGeoscientists estimate that a mountain slope could collapse into Prince William Sound within a year, and likely within 20 years, triggering devastating waves.
'Back Water' takes you on a canoe trip through a most unlikely wilderness areaThe documentary "Back Water" redefines wilderness — and what it looks like, smells like, and feels like for the humans exploring it.
EPA opts not to delay controversial Alaska Pebble Mine for nowThe move marks the latest chapter in a yearslong battle that has pitted a Canadian-owned mining company against commercial fishing operators, native Alaskans and conservationists determined to protect the economically critical sockeye salmon fishery in Bristol Bay.
What is up with Uber destroying tens of thousands of perfectly good e-bikes?The decision to destroy the bikes, rather than donate or sell them, elicited bafflement, anger, and disappointment from cycling advocates.
Coronavirus Has a Strong Ally: PollutionResearch suggests that even a small increase in long-term exposure to fine particles leads to an increase in the mortality rate of up to 8 percent.
So you think you know your physics and music trivia? - Physics WorldTest your knowledge of physics and music in this week's fun trivia quiz The post So you think you know your physics and music trivia? appeared first on Physics World.Antarctic ice shelves melted at speeds of 50 metres a day at end of last Ice Age, scientists warn'We now know that the ice is capable of retreating at speeds far higher than what we see today'
Descriptions of new species in research can help traffickers find themA Vietnamese orchid, turtles on an Indonesian island and a gecko discovered in China are some of the species that have been targeted after sightings were detailed onlineGood as news: positive environmental stories you may have missed this weekEmma Searson Director, 100% Renewable Campaign(828) 545-7300Contact person by email Read more about Emma Searson Friday, May 29, 2020 In this week's roundup of good news for the planet, catch up on solar leadership in U.S. cities, progress for the American sage grouse and endangered Hainan gibbons, and more.
It’s Not Looking Good For Nationwide Permit 12Yesterday, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals refused the appellants’ request for a partial stay of the injunction recently issued against use of the Army Corps Nationwide Permit 12 for oil and gas pipeline projects. The upshot is that use of Nationwide Permit 12 is prohibited for oil and gas pipelines until the Court of Appeals hears and decides the appeal. The order contains more bad news for the Trump administration,… More
Demystifying the ‘Absolute Zero’ conceptDemystifying the ‘Absolute Zero’ concept Heather Clancy Fri, 05/29/2020 - 02:15 If your sustainability team has regular debates about how to label or describe its various initiatives, it’s not alone. The nuances of all the various adjectives and descriptors that are used to describe climate action — from "science-based" to "net zero" to "carbon negative" — are enough to make heads spin, especially for those who spend their professional lives worrying about how to communicate these concepts. The analysts and journalists of GreenBiz feel your pain. So, it was hardly surprising when literally thousands of GreenBiz community members signed up…
Sense: Monitoring Your Home Energy ConsumptionI’ve always been curious about energy consumption in my home. ... The post Sense: Monitoring Your Home Energy Consumption appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Inspiration: All Things Older Than ManThis week’s quote is from American novelist and playwright, Cormac ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: All Things Older Than Man appeared first on Earth911.com.Fluids flow faster in liquid-walled channels - Physics WorldReplacing solid tube walls with magnetically confined ferrofluids reduces friction dramatically, providing a new way to pump blood without damaging it The post Fluids flow faster in liquid-walled channels appeared first on Physics World.
Residential energy is becoming companies' businessResidential energy is becoming companies' business Sarah Golden Fri, 05/29/2020 - 01:45 In this crazy upside-down world, the line between residential and commercial energy is getting fuzzy. Everything changed so quickly, it makes sense that climate and energy teams have yet to figure out how to account for the shift. But as companies such as Mastercard, Facebook and Twitter look at long-term remote work policies, working from home (WFH) is adding a new dimension to corporate carbon accounting. And it’s not too soon for climate-forward companies to think about how to incentivize employees to make their home (office) run off…
Can companies rely on regenerative agriculture's carbon removal impact?Can companies rely on regenerative agriculture's carbon removal impact? Jim Giles Fri, 05/29/2020 - 01:30 Amid the recent headline-grabbing investments in food ventures, one event went largely unnoticed: FedEx’s involvement in a $200 million raise by Indigo Ag, a company that provides services and data to farmers. Why would a delivery behemoth invest in an outfit that sells seeds? The answer lies in agricultural soils. FedEx wants to offset its carbon footprint, and Indigo knows farmers who can help. Under the deal, Indigo will use FedEx’s money to pay farmers to implement regenerative methods, such as cover crops. These methods…
The COVID-19 recovery requires a resilient circular economyThe COVID-19 recovery requires a resilient circular economy Jocelyn Bleriot Fri, 05/29/2020 - 01:00 The COVID-19 crisis has disastrous human and economic consequences, revealing our system’s exposure to a variety of risks. The call for a more resilient, circular and low-carbon economic model has garnered support from a growing number of businesses and governments over the past few years, and appears today more relevant than ever. Identifying opportunities, keeping a clear sense of direction and fostering a strong public-private collaboration will help usher in redefined growth towards the next wave of prosperity. As the pandemic forces us to adapt our…
Deforestation, oil spills, and coronavirus: Crises converge in the AmazonIndigenous nations in the Amazon have seen an estimated 2,278 positive cases and 504 deaths, suggesting a sobering mortality rate.
Coronavirus put millions out of work. A 21st-century climate corps could be the answer.Tens of millions of Americans lost their jobs in recent months, and ending shelter in place orders won’t bring them all back anytime soon.
Rapid shift to renewables could lead Australia to cheap power, 100,000 jobsA new analysis suggests a rapid expansion of renewable energy over the next five years could establish Australia as a home for new zero-emissions industries, cut electricity costs and create more than 100,000 jobs in the electricity industry alone. The briefing paper by Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE), a Melbourne based climate change thinktank, presents an […]
Australia’s carbon emissions fell a modest 0.9pc last yearAustralia’s carbon emissions fell 0.9 per cent last year, with decreases in electricity, agriculture and transport partially offset by increases in other sectors. Environmentalists fear the progress will be short-lived as the drop was driven by drought and policies that are coming to an end, while the government favours a growth in gas. AAP Newsagency […]
The closest star to us also has an Earth-sized planet orbiting itScientists have confirmed a planet in Proxima Centauri with a lot of very Earth-like qualities.
Planning for my grandkids’ future"I am more determined than ever to leave them a brighter, more hopeful future to look forward to."
Dirt from this old Irish church really does have healing propertiesA soil sample from an Irish churchyard proves effective in killing pathogens, meaning it could be useful for future antibiotics.
The Virus and the Cyclone: The Tragedy in India and Bangladesh is DoubleMore than four million people have been forced to abandon their homes and reach emergency shelters, increasing the risk of contagion.
Interview with Inger Andersen, Executive Director, United Nations Environment ProgramThe Executive Director of United Nations Environment Program argues that coronavirus pandemic is a consequence of the breakdown of humankind’s relationship with nature. “We have ignored the balance of nature’s web for far too long, and we are now seeing the impacts of our actions.”
‘Zombie fires’ are erupting in Siberia and Alaska, signaling severe Arctic fire season may lie aheadWith the Siberian Arctic seeing record warmth, scientists are becoming more convinced that some of the blazes erupting this spring are "zombie fires" left over from last summer. Here's why that's of deep concern.
Land Investments During COVID-19: The Hazards of Pressing on Without Community ParticipationCompanies are seeking to press ahead with investments on community lands or even take advantage of the pandemic to avoid the usual authorization requirements.Saving The Scream - Physics WorldNon-invasive spectroscopy and synchrotron radiation X-ray techniques shed light on the chemical degradation of paints in Munch’s masterpiece The post Saving <i>The Scream</i> appeared first on Physics World.
Neonicotinoids: What gardeners need to knowThe pesticides are effective against a wide range of insects — including the good guys.
Graduate Student Internship Available With the Women, Peace and Security ProgramThis is a virtual, paid graduate-level internship that will run from July through September 2020. Apply by June 8.
Are You Considering a Career in Environmental Sciences?Environmental science happens to be a very rewarding career path if you are someone who has a passion for making an effort to keep the earth and its entire population healthy. Because environmental science encompasses a wide range of different […]
It Takes a Village to Teach a ChildDuring the pandemic and beyond, we should tap into the skills and knowledge of community members for our kids’ education and enrichment.
California Climate Nuisance Cases Will Also Be Heard In State Court (I Think)The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has issued two rulings that, combined with the recent 4th Circuit ruling in the Baltimore case, makes it more likely that state and local public nuisance climate cases will be heard in state courts, rather than federal courts. The two California cases got to the 9th Circuit via different routes. San Mateo v. Chevron is on all fours with the recent 4th Circuit decision. … More
How the Navajo got their day in the sunHow the Navajo got their day in the sun Danny Kennedy Thu, 05/28/2020 - 02:00 In late March, during the early hours of the COVID-19 crisis, just as New Yorkers were realizing how many might die, a small solar development company closed a $4 million financing deal. "Closing" is never easy, but getting a half-dozen high-net-worth individuals, family offices and foundations to pony up as the world’s finance markets crashed around them was a triumph. Getting the deal done was impressive in its own right, given that private equity had all but frozen in the weeks before and most venture-backed…Multidisciplinary collaboration: the engine-room of opportunity - Physics WorldTTP’s multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers work with a diverse client base to invent, design and develop new products and technologies with lasting commercial impact The post Multidisciplinary collaboration: the engine-room of opportunity appeared first on Physics World.
National parks are starting to reopen. Does that mean I should go?Fundamentally, life during pandemic recovery is about prioritizing welfare over whims.
That ocean breeze may be full of tiny bits of plasticWhere's all the plastic in the ocean going? Scientists are looking to the sky.
A landmark lawsuit against Big Oil is back from the deadWill ExxonMobil, Shell, and friends have to pay for seawalls?
AG Ferguson joins lawsuit challenging Trump administration rollback of vehicle emissions standardsFerguson joined the lawsuit along with 27 other states or municipalities.
Uncertain times for uncertain watersKristine Oblock Clean Water Network Coordinator(303) 573-3871 x395Contact person by email Read more about Kristine Oblock Wednesday, May 27, 2020 New Trump rule increases risk for the West’s depleted water supply
Using waste carbon feedstocks to produce chemicalsUsing waste carbon feedstocks to produce chemicals Elizabeth R. Nesbitt Wed, 05/27/2020 - 14:36 Emerging carbon capture utilization (CCU) technologies potentially allow chemical companies and other manufacturers such as steel companies to convert waste carbon from industrial emissions — in the form of carbon monoxide (CO) and/or carbon dioxide (CO2) — into sustainable, value-added biofuels and chemicals. Using CCU technologies to consume waste feedstocks reportedly can cut production costs; monetize industrial emissions; allow companies to meet CO2 emissions goals; and foster continued development of a circular economy. Moreover, using waste carbon to make chemicals also can reduce manufacturers’ reliance on…
Major move forward for plan to send solar power from Australia to SingaporeSurvey work will soon begin on an ambitious plan to export power from a giant solar farm in Australia to Singapore via a 3800-kilometre undersea cable. The Sun Cable project, which is backed by Atlassian co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes and Fortescue Metals’ founder Andrew Forrest, has awarded a contract to Perth-based Guardian Geomatics to conduct a […]
A new prescription for livable, sustainable cities launched by Canadian leaders in response to the pandemicIn the words of former Ontario Environmental Commissioner Diane Saxe, urban sprawl is Ontario’s tar sands. At first pass this may seem like hyperbole....Read More The post A new prescription for livable, sustainable cities launched by Canadian leaders in response to the pandemic appeared first on Environmental Defence.
Babies like it when you imitate themA Swiss study finds that babies know when adults are imitating them, and they like it.
The heat waves that powered the Dust Bowl are now more than twice as likely to happen againDue to climate change, the U.S. may see record-setting heatwaves at least twice every century.
Rewilding isn't new – they were doing it during the medieval Baltic CrusadesLetting nature reclaim the land could be the answer to the environmental catastrophe we face in coming years, write Aleks Pluskowski, Alex Brown and Rowena Banerjea
The Cassini spacecraft mission at Saturn - Physics WorldAvailable to watch now, explore the ending of the Cassini spacecraft mission at Saturn as sponsored by XIA and AWE The post The Cassini spacecraft mission at Saturn appeared first on Physics World.
Sage Grouse Habitat Still Gets Priority in BLM Leasing DecisionsLast week, Chief Judge Brian Morris of the Federal District Court for the District of Montana vacated an “Instruction Memorandum” issued by BLM in 2018 – and also vacated numerous oil and gas leases issued in reliance on the 2018 IM. The 2018 IM changed the way BLM interpreted land management plans issued by BLM in 2015 in order to preserve sage grouse habitat, and avoid the necessity for listing the sage grouse as endangered under the ESA.… More
Historic deal preserves millions of pollination corridors for monarch butterfliesHistoric agreement gives monarch butterflies and other pollinators millions of acres of new habitat along roadside rights-of-way.
Environmentally Savvy Ways to Renovate your Home During QuarantineMuch of the world will remain under quarantine for the foreseeable future, but instead of viewing home isolation as a negative, see it as an opportunity to undertake projects you have been putting off. While you are required or suggested […]
Meet Export Development Canada, the secretive crown agency financing the big oil bailoutThis is the second in our series of blogs about how governments are bailing out the oil and gas sector during the COVID-19 crisis....Read More The post Meet Export Development Canada, the secretive crown agency financing the big oil bailout appeared first on Environmental Defence.
New nuclear power plant planned for Suffolk coast 'would be devastating' for wildlifeEDF Energy applies for permission to build twin-reactor power station that could generate low-carbon electricity for six million homes, but plans prompt outcry over 'disastrous' impact on nature
What's the deal with doodle dogs?We've gone doodle dog crazy. Did you know there are dozens of these hypoallergenic mixes? Learn surprising facts about Schnoodles, Whoodles and doodles. Oh My!
Melting Ice Reveals an Ancient Thriving Trade RouteArtifacts from a receding ice patch provide a glimpse of Iron Age and Viking activity along a mountain pass.
Cuckoo stuns scientists with longest migration ever recordedBird displays 'remarkable navigation and endurance' in epic journey
Do Two Failed Dams Foretell a Dire Future?What happened in Michigan shines a light on our aging and failing infrastructure. The question remains, will we do something now to fix it?
How Dell and Levi's envision the future of repairHow Dell and Levi's envision the future of repair Elsa Wenzel Wed, 05/27/2020 - 02:00 Doing away with a culture of disposability is one of the big dreams of the circular economy. A jolt in this direction came overnight as COVID-19 drove people indoors, forcing many to rethink how they reduce, reuse or recycle items they took for granted only weeks earlier. As U.S. unemployment claims soared to 30 million, buying non-essentials became an act of either audacity or foolishness. Even window shopping has been confined to a web browser. People have been making every can of beans and square…Dual-layer spectral CT proves feasible for routine practice - Physics WorldResearchers from Heidelberg University Hospital add support to the clinical use of reduced-dose dual-layer spectral CT The post Dual-layer spectral CT proves feasible for routine practice appeared first on Physics World.
We need more than a coronavirus lockdown to solve climate changeCoronavirus emissions cuts are just a drop in climate change’s bucket
How fast will you need to flee from the heat? There’s a word for that."Climate velocity": A new word for life on the run.
World health leaders are calling for a green recovery from coronavirusAn open letter to G20 leaders says addressing climate breakdown is key to a global revival.
How do we make better (and greener) homes and gardens?Homes are ideal places to start when it comes to greening up everyday life.
An electric moment: could we be seeing the early shoots of much greener transport?This post was first published in an essay collection called ‘Delivering net zero’ for think tank Bright Blue and WSP UK. There is a pressing need to move fast in decarbonising our transport sector. Transport is the largest source of UK emissions, with cars alone contributing 15 per cent to the UK’s total carbon footprint, according to the Department of
Car tyres polluting huge swathes of seas and rivers, contaminating more than previously thought, say scientistsMicroplastics from vehicle wheels could be damaging untold miles of waterways, experts find
More people killed by climate change than death records showOver the past 11 years the number of deaths attributed to excessive natural heat is at least 50 times greater than is recorded on death certificates in Australia, researchers found
EU’s Von der Leyen to unveil trillion-euro economic recovery planEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will today propose a roughly one-trillion-euro post-coronavirus recovery fund for Europe, but will have to win over sceptical member states. The global coronavirus outbreak has thrust the European Union into its deepest ever recession, and President Von der Leyen’s proposal will set out to help the worst affected […]
UN Cop26 climate summit expected to be postponed againThe summit, which was due to take place this November in Glasgow, had been tentatively rescheduled for early 2021 but looks likely to be pushed back due to the coronavirus pandemic
Medical professionals urge a green recovery from COVID-19Doctors and medical professionals from around the globe have called on world leaders in the Group of 20 (G20) to “recover better” from the economic decline caused by the COVID-19 crisis by investing in a low-carbon and resilient economy that would bring substantial health as well as environmental benefits. This call adds to the growing […]
How to Manage COVID and Conflict in Our Homes and WorkplacesTake a survey to learn how anxiety could be making your disagreements worse — and how to reduce conflict during these stressful times.
These giant invasive lizards are eating their way through GeorgiaExotic pet owners are being blamed for the dangerous rise of the black-and-white tegu.
Deep ocean will be warming rapidly by 2050 even if global emissions decline'Marine life in the deep ocean will face escalating threats from ocean warming until the end of the century, no matter what we do now,' said one researcher
Why plant-based meats are having a momentSeveral factors, including meat shortages, are driving a shift toward plant-based meats.
Cyclone Amphan Reinforces Urgent Need for Climate Adaptation PlanningBy building resilience into our infrastructure and communities, we can reduce the damages from natural disasters and recover from shocks more easily.
NASA wants you for a space isolation studyNASA is seeking volunteers to isolate with a small team for eight months in a Russian lab to better prepare future astronauts for long duration explorations.
G20 urged to make 'green recovery' from coronavirus pandemic by global health communityOpen letter was signed by leaders of more than 350 health organisations in 90 different countries
Small Farms, Big ImpactFarmers—the folks who spend their days in the dirt and bring fresh food to our tables—have always been some of the most resilient and critical members of American society. This was true long before the COVID-19 pandemic underscored the importance of access to fresh food. Nicolas Donck is one of those people. He’s a farmer, and one of the many unsung American heroes helping meet our needs during these uncertain times. Nicolas owns and operates Crystal Organic Farm, one of the very first USDA certified organic farms in the state of Georgia, conveniently located an hour east of downtown Atlanta. He…
Advice for thriving amid crisis, from 14 sustainability vetsAdvice for thriving amid crisis, from 14 sustainability vets Kathrin Winkler Tue, 05/26/2020 - 08:00 A few months back (and forever ago), our professional colleagues in our Sustainability Veterans group expressed their thoughts on the most important attributes for advancing a sustainability career. Our goal was to share lessons that we learned in the trenches to help those following us to build on our experiences. But we never experienced anything like the coronavirus pandemic. As unprecedented as these times are, and as uncertain as the near future may be, some past events offer small but important parallels that could yield…
Threat to billions of ash trees by deadly beetle could be thwarted as scientists identify protective genesTrees also threatened by fungal disease causing ash dieback
Food waste startup backed by Oprah Winfrey snags $250 millionFood waste startup backed by Oprah Winfrey snags $250 million Heather Clancy Tue, 05/26/2020 - 06:01 While overall startup funding is down this quarter because of the economic disruption brought on by COVID-19, entrepreneurs focused on solving climate-related problems have been bucking the trend. This morning brings one of the biggest deals yet this year: an infusion of $250 million in new financing for food waste crusader Apeel Sciences. What's more, the funding pushes the Santa Barbara, California-based company's valuation to more than $1 billion — a status dubbed in VC circles as "unicorn." Cumulatively speaking, Apeel has raised $360…
Washington state aims to regulate water temperature at federal dams, wading into controversyHot water kills salmon, which orcas need to survive. Even small temperature increases in rivers threaten both species.
Canadian politician says now is 'great time' to build oil pipelines because lockdown prevents protestsAlberta's energy minister Sonya Savage made the remarks when asked about the Trans Mountain Expansion project which has been opposed by indigenous communities and environmentalists
Moving Forward is the Only OptionThe crisis of environmental sustainability persists and moving forward to address that crisis is our only option.
There's so much 'green snow' in the Antarctic, you can see it from spaceAlgae blooms have turned huge tracts of Antarctica into green spaces.
New Book Will Highlight Important Lessons for Peacebuilding and Social TransformationThe Youth, Peace, and Security program shares lessons from working with youth leaders in Medellin, Colombia, to foster peace in communities afflicted by violence.
We Earthlings: Modernize Your Toilet To Save WaterIf all toilets in the United States were upgraded to ... The post We Earthlings: Modernize Your Toilet To Save Water appeared first on Earth911.com.Proton CT system lines up for small-animal studies - Physics WorldSimulations reveal the optimal design of a proton CT system for incorporation into a proton-based preclinical radiation research platform The post Proton CT system lines up for small-animal studies appeared first on Physics World.
Pennsylvania regulators promised to keep an eye on polluters during the pandemic. They’re struggling.Inspections of oil, gas, and mining in Pennsylvania have dropped off by 70 percent since the COVID-19 shutdown.
Why are we waiting for billionaires like Jeff Bezos to save us?The downside to billionaires' good deeds.
Australia baulks at emissions target increase as UN urges deeper cutsAustralia’s conservative Liberal-National government has told federal parliament it does not intend to increase its climate change commitment before the next major international meeting, and says it is not due to set a new target until 2025. The statement was made after the British host of the upcoming COP26 meeting, Prime Minister Boris Johnson, and […]
‘Black Summer’ bushfires played out exactly as scientists predictedThe Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has told Australia’s Royal Commission into last summer’s bushfires the season “played out” the way its forecasts said it would. The Royal Commission, which is hearing about how Australia can better prepare for, and respond to, natural disasters, heard from its first witnesses, who focused on climate change and the […]
Why bailing out oil and gas is a bad recovery strategy for CanadaLast week, the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund was the latest financial institution to split away from Canadian oil companies – citing their unacceptable...Read More The post Why bailing out oil and gas is a bad recovery strategy for Canada appeared first on Environmental Defence.
Civil Society calls on the African Development Bank to quit fossil fuelsAfrica Day 2020: African Climate Reality Project along with 25 fellow civil society organisations, are calling on the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) to immediately put in place and publish on the AfDB website a fossil fuel finance exclusion policy that states that the Bank will not fund, provide financial services or capacity support to […]
Women encouraged to become players in the energy sectorDMWA Resources, a pan-African energy marketing & investment holding, endorses the gender equity campaign, Equal by 30, which aims to encourage women in the clean energy sector to access equal pay, equal leadership and equal opportunities. Alongside 6 partner organisations, DMWA increases the total of signatories to 144, including 118 organisations, 13 partners and 13 […]Physics in the pandemic: ‘Our habit of combining theory and experiments was an advantage for the lockdown’ - Physics WorldWith restrictions easing in France, experimental physicist Tiphaine Kouadou and theorist Mattia Walschaers discuss their group's new safety measures The post Physics in the pandemic: ‘Our habit of combining theory and experiments was an advantage for the lockdown’ appeared first on Physics World.
Biomimicry 101: Nature and the College FreshmanSustainable development student Isabelle Seckler explains how nature taught her the most important lessons she has learned all year.
Climate crisis: UK's largest solar farm could be given go-ahead despite environmental and safety concernsRSPB, Greenpeace and the Campaign to Protect Rural England have all raised concerns over large-scale project on Thames estuary
Coronavirus: Efforts to save white rhino from going extinct hampered by travel restrictionsScientists cannot collect vital eggs from the last two remaining members of the species
Coronavirus canceled my favorite sports. Here’s why we need them more than ever.Once it’s safe, sports can’t return fast enough for this fan.
How To Cut Your Summer Energy BillsDo you dread opening your summer electric bills? If you’re ... The post How To Cut Your Summer Energy Bills appeared first on Earth911.com.
Sir David Attenborough warns climate change has been 'swept off front pages' by coronavirus'The clock is ticking,' says 94-year-old broadcaster
Global corporations urge net-zero emissions recovery from COVID-19 With a combined market capitalization of over US$ 2.4 trillion and representing over five million employees, 155 companies have signed a statement urging governments around the world to align their COVID-19 economic aid and recovery efforts with the latest climate science. As debates on recovery packages around the world ramp up in the coming […]
Health professionals call for overhaul of ‘failing’ environment lawsMore than 180 health professionals, including Australian Nobel laureate Professor Peter Doherty have warned the nation is potentially at risk of being exposed to more pandemics and the impacts of climate change without an overhaul of the nation’s environmental laws. Doctors for the Environment Australia and the Climate and Health Alliance have sent an open […]
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaignFive years after first ditching some coal companies, Nordic investors are turning their focus to bigger carbon emitters in a range of industries, paving the way for other funds to follow. Norway’s sovereign wealth fund, managed by Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), last week excluded five companies, including Glencore, from its holdings after putting a […]
Bidet sales are on the rise. Is America ready?They spare you the headache of the empty TP aisle — and they're good for the planet.
Climate crisis: Tropical rainforest 'tipping point' identified as scientists call for immediate action to tackle global warmingSouth American forests at greatest risk due to higher temperatures
Why local food matters — especially during a pandemicPast, present, and parsnips.
Coronavirus is accelerating the rise of alternative meatThe supply chain for traditional meat is buckling. Plant-based alternatives are filling the void.
It’s official: The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is going to be badNOAA’s annual Atlantic hurricane report hints it’s time to batten down the hatches.
Colourful corals are actually fighting for survival'Bleaching' is recurring phenomenon and happens when corals are stressed by increase in temperature or lack of nutrients
Microplastic pollution in ocean could be double previous estimates, study findsResearchers trawled the surface of coastal waters off the UK and US with finer mesh nets than typically used and captured vast quantities of shorter and thinner plastic particles
Why do squirrels spend their time in trees and chipmunks prefer the ground?Chipmunks build elaborate bunkers below ground, while squirrels prefer the high life.
COVID-19 Highlights the Need to Plan for Joint DisastersSummertime brings hurricane season, heat waves, wildfires, and flooding. Is the U.S. prepared to deal with extreme weather at the same time as a pandemic?
Africa’s COVID-19 Recovery Should Harness the Benefits of Nature and ConservationAs the theme for the International Day of Biodiversity states, “Our solutions are in nature.”
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How to Get Your Supply Chain to Embrace CircularityHow to Get Your Supply Chain to Embrace Circularity Companies can make progress toward building a circular system only so far on their own. To change your entire system, you need to engage your whole value chain and beyond to create a truly circular model. Succeeding in this arena often requires convincing suppliers to make shifts and identifying new suppliers that better align with your company’s circularity goals. In this webcast, Interface VP and CSO Erin Meezan will share how the modular flooring company employed multiple strategies to transform its supply chain, an evolution that was essential to the company’s…
Did you know you have 5 different appetites?People have 5 different appetites. Understanding how they work can help explain the obesity epidemic.
Busting the top 5 myths in Planet Of The HumansThe documentary Planet Of The Humans is filled with outdated myths about renewable energy and electric vehicles. Here are the top 5 myths in...Read More The post Busting the top 5 myths in Planet Of The Humans appeared first on Environmental Defence.
A strange and tiny seahorse has been discovered in South AfricaAfter a tip from a local diver, scientists found pygmy seahorses living off the African coast.
Rare white grizzly bear spotted in CanadaThe white cub, whose coat colour is caused by a recessive gene, was sighted in Banff National Park
Cryogenic temperature sensors: installation techniques for success - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 18 June 2020 sponsored by Lake Shore Cryotronics The post Cryogenic temperature sensors: installation techniques for success appeared first on Physics World.
The 12 Questions Earth Scientists Should Ask in the Next 10 YearsA committee has outlined what the U.S. National Science Foundation should focus on over the next decade.
NAPA heroes donate supplies to communityStores donate thousands of gloves and masks to help with the coronavirus response.Good as news: positive environmental stories you may have missed this weekEmma Searson Director, 100% Renewable Campaign(828) 545-7300Contact person by email Read more about Emma Searson Friday, May 22, 2020 This week's roundup of good news for the environment features wins for clean water and climate in New York, renewable wind energy in North Carolina, and electric vehicles in Colorado. 
Xiaomeng Jin Uses Satellite Imagery to Track Ozone FormationHer research as a Ph.D. student at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory has yielded important information for air quality control efforts.Physics in the pandemic: ‘Returning to the lab will be hugely beneficial for me’ - Physics WorldAs an autistic person who struggles with big, unpredictable changes, PhD student Daisy Shearer looks forward to resuming old routines – with a few caveats The post Physics in the pandemic: ‘Returning to the lab will be hugely beneficial for me’ appeared first on Physics World.
Test your knowledge of art, space and science in this trivia quiz - Physics WorldHow many can you get? Take the latest Physics World physics-trivia quiz The post Test your knowledge of art, space and science in this trivia quiz appeared first on Physics World.
Earth911 Inspiration: In Awe of Mother NatureThis week’s quote comes from longtime “Jeopardy” host and actor ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: In Awe of Mother Nature appeared first on Earth911.com.
Episode 221: Mapping biodiversity, repair and the circular economyEpisode 221: Mapping biodiversity, repair and the circular economy Heather Clancy Fri, 05/22/2020 - 01:21 Week in Review Commentary on this week's news highlights begins at 4:35. AB InBev VP: Our quest for "agile" sustainable development continues Let's get together: Intel's 2030 commitments include "shared" climate and social goals How coronavirus will affect 4 key environmental issues Features Esri and the science of corporate biodiversity (20:45) The sophistication of environmental monitoring tools continues to grow, with satellites, sensors and artificial intelligence all playing a role. We chat about potential business applications with Dawn Wright, chief scientist of geographic information systems…
The decarbonization promise of indoor agriculture is still in the seed stageThe decarbonization promise of indoor agriculture is still in the seed stage Jim Giles Fri, 05/22/2020 - 01:18 Here’s a tale of two chefs. Both are based in the Midwest and both are preparing a Caesar salad. One uses lettuce shipped from where much of our lettuce is grown: The fields around Monterey, California. The other sources her greens from a nearby indoor farm. Out in Monterey, the farmer used diesel-powered machinery, pumped water, fertilizer and pesticides. At the indoor farm, precision systems provided the lettuce with exactly the amount of water and nutrients the crop requires — and no…
Forget planting trees. This company is funding 4 far-out carbon removal projects."They’re certainly the first ones essentially saying, ‘We’ll pay any price per ton, we want to move this whole field forward.’"
As ‘normal’ crumbles, young people are turning their grief into actionPsychologist and climate activist Margaret Klein Salamon says young people face a choice: transform or collapse.
How TerraCycle's safety and cleaning practices can be adopted across industriesHow TerraCycle's safety and cleaning practices can be adopted across industries Deonna Anderson Fri, 05/22/2020 - 00:05 The COVID-19 pandemic has brought the safety of reuse into question. But Tom Szaky, CEO of TerraCycle, thinks when the crisis is over there will be even more opportunity for reusable packaging and containers to become more commonplace, if done right. "Recycling is going to take a real punch to the face, to be quite fair," Szaky said during GreenBiz Group’s Circularity 20 Digital event this week, pointing to the continued decrease in oil prices and the pressure that's putting on the economics of…
We want to repair our electronic equipment so why is it so hard to do?This post is by Janet Gunter and Ugo Vallauri, co-founders of the Restart Project. A new poll by YouGov shows that more people in Britain would like to repair their smartphones (47 per cent), as opposed to those who would rather get a new one (45 per cent). For laptops, a strong majority (58 per cent) would prefer to repair
Trump administration slows on fracking plans after outcry for impacted Navajo NationThe tribe, who will be most impacted by the fracking plans, has now surpassed New York for the highest number of coronavirus cases per capita in the US
5 reasons why the James Webb Space Telescope is such a big dealThe highly anticipated successor to the Hubble Space Telescope is scheduled to launch in spring 2021.
Cicadapocalypse: What you need to knowAfter 17-year absence, Brood IX cicadas are emerging in Virginia, North Carolina, and West Virginia.
Should We Domesticate Wild Animals to Prevent Disease Pandemics? An Interview with Peter DaszakShould we farm wild animals to prevent disease pandemics? Do we need more intensified agriculture, or less?
Should We Intensify Farming to Prevent Disease Epidemics like Coronavirus? An Interview with Josef SetteleDo we need more or less intensified farming to prevent future pandemics?
Stop the Wildlife Trade: Worker contracted coronavirus from mink at breeding farm, say Dutch authoritiesAgriculture minister admits that earlier statements saying people could infect animals but not the other way around, were wrong
“The view of our company is clear: the time to act is now”This post is by Peter Simpson, CEO of Anglian Water. Tackling coronavirus is rightly the current priority of governments, healthcare institutions, individuals and business. Key workers, like the team here at Anglian Water, have stepped up, keeping taps running, toilets flushing and drains draining. We are humbled daily by stories of courage and bravery as we share our deepest sympathies
Coronavirus: Bears, coyotes and wildcats reclaim US national parks as people stay away during lockdownAnimals have free-run of parks normally packed with tourists
Stop the Wildlife Trade: Dr Jane Goodall says we brought coronavirus pandemic 'on ourselves' with our treatment of animalsIn a Zoom call to congratulate Class of 2020 graduates, the 86-year-old conservationist urged them to remain hopeful as the virus has 'brought out the best in people'
Professing in a PandemicThe COVID-19 lockdown taught a writing professor and her students that it is important to be flexible, to listen, and to use whatever a situation brings to you.
Are compostable plastics the solution to plastic pollution? We ask a scientist everything that you might want to knowMore and more, consumers are seeing compostable plastic items—from plates and cutlery to garbage bags and coffee pods—on store shelves. But are these items...Read More The post Are compostable plastics the solution to plastic pollution? We ask a scientist everything that you might want to know appeared first on Environmental Defence.
Has President Trump Just Limited Enforcement To Willful Violations?On Tuesday, President Trump issued an Executive Order on Regulatory Relief to Support Economic Recovery. I’ll leave to others a discussion of the provisions telling agencies to look for more regulations to roll back. I’m in general agreement with commenters who have said that those provisions don’t add much to Trump’s prior deregulatory efforts and are likely to face mostly the same reception in the courts as prior efforts.… More
EU commission plans green reset for agricultureYesterday, the European Commission published their roadmap for EU policy action on biodiversity and food for the coming decade. In the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak that has brought our relationship with the natural world into sharp focus, the strategies have never been more timely. The EU Farm to Fork and 2030 Biodiversity Strategies launched […]
While No One Was Watching: Changing Environmental Regulations Under the Trump AdministrationThe administration is using the pandemic to stop enforcing many environmental and health protections. In a recent webinar, experts discussed what has happened, and what it means.
SA’s waste reclaimers tell of their lockdown reliefInformal waste reclaimers have spoken of the dire straits they are facing after being forced to stay home as non-essential workers during the Covid-19 national lockdown, leaving their families unsure of where their next meal will come from. In response, the country’s packaging sector has rallied to their aid, raising funds for the donation and […]
New Study Supports Universal Glacier Slip LawThe study explains how friction alters the velocity of glaciers. It could have important implications for improving sea level rise projections.
Welcome, GlacierHub!The website dedicated to glaciers, climate change, and indigenous cultures is moving to its own blog on State of the Planet.Prompt gammas could measure body composition during particle therapy - Physics WorldProton and ion beam spectroscopy uses prompt gamma emission to determine oxygen and calcium concentrations in the human body The post Prompt gammas could measure body composition during particle therapy appeared first on Physics World.
Good, Better, Best: Cutting Carbon From Home Heating and CoolingThis is the third in a series of five articles ... The post Good, Better, Best: Cutting Carbon From Home Heating and Cooling appeared first on Earth911.com.
Coronavirus is coming for wildland firefighters. They’re not ready.“When shit hits the fan, which it will, all of these protocols will go out the window.”
What’s the more climate-conscious diet: Plant-based or place-based?The way we buy food is going to look pretty different for awhile.
Microsoft’s ambitious climate goal forgets about its oil contractsA new study shows that a single collaboration with ExxonMobil has the potential to inflate Microsoft’s yearly carbon footprint by 21 percent.
5 experts predict the future of renewable energy amid coronavirusIt’s the best of times and the worst of times for renewable energy.
Why Nature’s Path went ‘regenerative organic’Why Nature’s Path went ‘regenerative organic’ Heather Clancy Thu, 05/21/2020 - 00:46 The term "regenerative agriculture" has become two of the biggest buzzwords in nature-based climate solutions. But how many farms and food companies can say they follow both regenerative and organic practices? Canadian cereal and snack company Nature’s Path — the largest organic breakfast and snack company in North America — hopes to get more agricultural organizations focused on the nuances of those adjectives. In March, its 5,000-acre Legend Organic Farm in Saskatchewan became the largest yet to be certified as part of the Regenerative Organic Certified program, organized…
Younger leave voters from left and right want strong environmental protectionsThis post is by Emma Rose, director of Unchecked UK. Over the past eight weeks we have learnt a lot about what British people think is important. We have learnt that the public see compassion as a desirable response in a crisis. We have seen how much people care about the wellbeing of others in their communities. And we have
IEEFA labels ‘unbelievably silly’ proposals for gas led COVID19 economic recoveryPublic think tank the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) has said a gas-led recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, when there is already a global gas glut with prices so low companies can barely give it away, makes no sense. Bruce Robertson, gas/LNG financial analyst with IEEFA began investigating the Australian gas industry […]
Stop The Wildlife Trade: EU biodiversity plan to crack down on illegal wildlife tradeThe new strategy, released today, recommends that at least €20 billion each year 'should be unlocked for spending on nature'
Climate change causing 'green snow' along coastal AntarcticaResearchers created the first ever large-scale map of microscopic algae as they bloomed across the surface of melting snow
EU ‘green’ recovery to target buildings, clean power, hydrogenAccording to a draft document seen by Reuters Newsagency European Union plans for an environmentally-friendly economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic will target building renovation, renewable energy and clean hydrogen fuel. The draft, due to be published on May 27, lays out how the European Commission plans to use low-carbon investments to battle the bloc’s […]
Did scientists just find evidence of a parallel universe?NASA equipment has detected ultra-high-energy particles shooting upward from Antarctic ice.
Modernize and updateBronte Payne Director, Go Solar Campaign(617) 747-4327Contact person by email Read more about Bronte Payne Wednesday, May 20, 2020 Tips for making small and large equipment in your home more energy efficient
Are hurricanes linked to global warming?Climate change doesn't cause tropical storms, scientists say, but it can be an increasingly significant factor in how they unfold.
EPA says federal dams raise water temperature in Snake RiverThe report is likely to play a role in the long-simmering debate over the role dams play in the decline of threatened and endangered Snake River salmon and steelhead.
Congratulations to the 2020 Graduates in Sustainability and Environmental ScienceEarth Institute faculty offer their encouragement and advice for the newest crop of graduates who will change the world.
Indonesia markets continue to sell reptiles, rabbits and birds in filthy cages despite coronavirus
Coronavirus tracked: Global CO2 emissions 'fell to lowest level in 14 years' during lockdownsFirst definitive study of carbon output in 2020 reveals the biggest carbon crash since records began
Statement on J&J’s announcement to stop selling talc-based baby powder in Canada and the U.S.Statement from Toxics Program Manager Muhannad Malas on Johnson & Johnson’s announcement to stop selling talc-based baby powder in Canada and the U.S. Toronto,...Read More The post Statement on J&J’s announcement to stop selling talc-based baby powder in Canada and the U.S. appeared first on Environmental Defence.
Why the indoor farming movement is taking offIndoor farming still has a few hurdles, but it could reshape the entire industry and ease the damage caused by traditional farming.
Restaurants rely on polystyrene packaging to keep food freshRestaurants and fast food chains are increasingly relying on polystyrene packaging to keep their food hot, hygienic and fresh now that the sale of hot food for home delivery is permitted under Level 4 restrictions. According to Adri Spangenberg, CEO of the Polystyrene Association of SA, this is because expanded polystyrene (EPS) offers excellent insulation, […]
Climate crisis: Two years of vegan living cancelled out by one long-haul flight, study suggests'Over-consumption is linked to environmental disaster,' say researchers listing best ways to reduce emissions after lockdown
Don’t let sprawl developers pave over the Carruthers Creek headwatersDevelopers want to pave over a sensitive ecological area and prime farmland in Durham Region. We need to stop it. The area in question...Read More The post Don’t let sprawl developers pave over the Carruthers Creek headwaters appeared first on Environmental Defence.
The construction industry really can ‘build back better’When production at Dewar’s Lane Granary in Berwick-upon-Tweed came to an end in 1985, the historic building was left empty and abandoned, and earmarked for demolition. Reflecting the state of the old granary, much of the surrounding downtown area also started to deteriorate. It was only years later, when the history of the area was appreciated, that the granary was
World Bee Day: Bees under lockdown in London as bacterial disease sweeps capital amid swarm seasonAndy Gregory looks at how capital's hidden rooftop honeybee populations are faring during coronavirus pandemic and finds they are dealing with an outbreak of their own
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Michigan flood displaces thousands, threatens Superfund siteMIDLAND, Mich. (AP) — Floodwaters surging through Central Michigan on Wednesday were mixing with containment ponds at a Dow Chemical Co. plant and could displace sediment from a downstream Superfund site, though the company said there was no risk to people or the environment. Dow said the ponds held only water, and it has detected […]
Bush Brothers counts on water reuse to reduce local impact of bean productionBush Brothers counts on water reuse to reduce local impact of bean production Jesse Klein Wed, 05/20/2020 - 03:20 "There was nothing except a pipe going out the back of the plant." This was how Rodney Aulick, president of integrated solutions and services at Evoqua Water Technologies, described the wastewater system at Bush Brothers and Company’s Tennessee plant, when it first engaged with the food company. Bush Brothers is the largest manufacturer of prepared beans in the United States, and its work with water treatment titan Evoqua resulted in massive improvements, Aulick said. The plant is now able to reuse…
Is it scooter company Lime's moment to shine?Is it scooter company Lime's moment to shine? Katie Fehrenbacher Wed, 05/20/2020 - 02:20 If you look at the headlines about the shared scooter industry — with service shut-downs and cratering valuations — you easily could predict the long-hyped sector's demise. But what if now is the moment for scooters to really shine and deliver the unique transportation value that the new world needs? At least for a company that remains standing. For Andrew Savage, Lime's head of sustainability and impact, the time for scooters has arrived, in a similar way that online meeting platform Zoom, food delivery services and connected…
To the Point: Pens and Pencils Offer Eco-friendlier FeaturesIf you’re a shopper who evaluates environmental facets of products ... The post To the Point: Pens and Pencils Offer Eco-friendlier Features appeared first on Earth911.com.Cotton yarn flexes its muscles - Physics WorldResearchers make smart materials from ordinary cotton using a twisting and plying technique The post Cotton yarn flexes its muscles appeared first on Physics World.
Good news: Americans can freak out about coronavirus and climate change at the same timeWho has the time to care about two catastrophes?
Ohio’s governor listened to the science on coronavirus. Why not climate change?Republican Mike DeWine's handling of COVID-19 pandemic has boosted his approval ratings.
Your kid’s first car just might be electricNew study says electric cars will do better than bounce back.
The key to a more equitable outdoors? Democracy."A park is more than just a physical place to build relationships. It’s a community tool to amplify people’s voices."
World Bee Day: Are we ignoring biodiversity risks in the same way we ignored the pandemic?'Without bees, we could not feed the human population; billions would starve'
Gray whale washes ashore on Bainbridge Island, sixth in Washington waters this yearHigh numbers of strandings began last spring in the northbound migration of the grays to their Arctic feeding grounds.
As lockdown triggers ‘extreme’ emissions drop scientist urge further actionNew research has found the coronavirus shutdown has triggered extraordinary reductions in global carbon emissions but the likely annual decrease is comparable only to the reductions needed year on year over decades to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Government action and economic incentives after the COVID-19 pandemic is over are likely to influence […]Moose family reunion: Trooper brings calves, mom togetherHEBER CITY, Utah (AP) — A Utah state trooper has helped a pair of newborn moose calves reunite safely with their mother after spotting them on a mountain road. The trooper noticed the hours-old calves without their mother on the road as he drove home from work, about 45 miles (70 kilometers) east of Salt […]
How wood biomass helps mitigate climate changeIt complements wind and solar power and can accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels.
Zero Fare Transit Kansas City: A case study in free public transportationBridget Sanderson State Director, Environment MissouriContact person by email Read more about Bridget Sanderson Tuesday, May 19, 2020 Cities across the country, looking to meet climate goals, reduce air pollution and alleviate congestion, are trying to find ways increase public transportation ridership. One idea many are exploring: ditching fares. Kansas City, Mo., is the first to do so. Here's how it's going so far.
Can Mosquitoes Carry the Coronavirus?Summer is fast approaching, but with COVID-19 still going around, the season may bring some new concerns. With the warmer weather comes mosquitos, and these little pests can spread diseases. So what about the coronavirus? Can mosquitos carry that? Thankfully, […]
NASA's asteroid deflection mission may spark an artificial meteor showerThe DART spacecraft's collision with an asteroid in 2022 may result in the first human-generated meteoroids to reach Earth.
Reputational Risks and Opportunities: Managing the Impacts of COVID-19 and Climate ChangeReputational Risks and Opportunities: Managing the Impacts of COVID-19 and Climate Change The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the fragility of the global economy and its supply chains. It has also shown that reputational risks and opportunities can become magnified in times of crisis. Across sectors, leading companies have built valuable trust in their brands by taking early and serious action to protect their workers and suppliers—and slow the spread of the virus. In the face of another existential threat—the climate crisis—companies are also finding ways to minimize risk and identify opportunities to lead by: Assessing risks across their enterprises, including how the COVID-19 and…
Aflac donates millions to aid coronavirus responseGeorgia-based company helps fund projects aimed at providing personal protective gear to medical frontline personnel.
Trump might 'dig' coal but does coronavirus spell the end for the industry?The latest report from the US Energy Information Administration forecasts that more electricity will come from renewables than coal for the first time in 2020
How dating during the pandemic is the same — and how it's notAn expert on dating weighs in on the newest way to find that special someone when you get to know them virtually.
Study: World carbon pollution falls 17% during pandemic peakBut with life and heat-trapping gas levels inching back toward normal, the brief pollution break will likely be “a drop in the ocean" when it comes to climate change, scientists said.
Here’s how coronavirus affected carbon emissions in every stateA new study shows the world is on track for the biggest emissions drop since World War II.
Working from home is erasing carbon emissions — but for how long?Commutes, office spaces, and business conferences might never be the same.
Researchers thought these metallic blue bees were extinct — until they saw them in FloridaExtremely rare blue calamintha bees were spotted in Florida after a 4-year absence. Researchers thought Osmia calaminthae might be extinct.
Climate crisis: Coronavirus pandemic has caused 17% drop in global carbon emissionsReturn of mass road travel and industry expected to drive rapid return to high levels of pollution
Electrochemical CO2 reduction: finding a path towards a carbon-neutral chemical industry - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 24 June 2020 sponsored by The Electrochemical Society, Admiral Instruments, Scribner Associates, Hiden Analytical The post Electrochemical CO<sub>2</sub> reduction: finding a path towards a carbon-neutral chemical industry appeared first on Physics World.
Intricacies of high-energy cathodes for lithium-ion batteries - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 17 June 2020 sponsored by The Electrochemical Society, Admiral Instruments, Hiden Analytical, Royal Society of Chemistry The post Intricacies of high-energy cathodes for lithium-ion batteries appeared first on Physics World.
New directions for energy from sunlight - Physics WorldJoin the audience for a live webinar on 10 June 2020 sponsored by The Electrochemical Society, Admiral Instruments, ACS Photonics, Gamry Instruments The post New directions for energy from sunlight appeared first on Physics World.
Deadly virus threatens to wipe out entire population of rabbitsRabbit Hemorrhagic Disease virus type 2 is lethal to wild and domestic rabbits but does not affect humans or domestic animals other than rabbits
Why We Need Climate Stoicism to Overcome Climate DespairThe immediate and apocalyptic stakes of climate change can be overwhelming to the point of despair. Can we stay motivated by clinging to optimism, or are we better off accepting the value of a partial victory?The potential of far-ultraviolet light for the next pandemic - Physics WorldRecent research suggests that a small range of light at far-ultraviolet wavelengths could be safe for humans but deadly to viruses. Jon Cartwright investigates The post The potential of far-ultraviolet light for the next pandemic appeared first on Physics World.
AB InBev VP: Our quest for 'agile' sustainable development continuesAB InBev VP: Our quest for 'agile' sustainable development continues Heather Clancy Tue, 05/19/2020 - 02:37 Like most big companies with a complex multinational footprint, Anheuser-Busch InBev's sales slipped in the first quarter and the beer maker is embracing new financial discipline amid the coronavirus pandemic. But the company also has acted quickly to prop up key members of its value chain — from small liquor stores to farmers to restaurants — and the situation has galvanized its long-term corporate sustainability plans, according to Ezgi Barcenas, vice president of global sustainability for AB InBev. "We really cannot lose these learnings and agility, and I think that's been…
We Earthlings: 4 Questions for Conscious ShoppingBefore you make your next purchase, ask yourself these four ... The post We Earthlings: 4 Questions for Conscious Shopping appeared first on Earth911.com.
Saving Chaco: As coronavirus consumes New Mexico, drilling threatens sacred landA BLM plan could mean 3,000 new oil and gas wells in an area facing severe COVID-19 outbreaks and particulate matter pollution.
Coronavirus: Swap cars for e-bikes to reopen UK, researchers sayStudy calls for national cycle network linking towns and villages, and disincentives for drivers
Why nature should be high on the government’s recovery to do listEarlier this month, three sector leaders talked about their hopes and aspirations for nature’s recovery and how coronavirus has affected them and their constituencies. Hilary McGrady, director-general of the National Trust, Beccy Speight, chief executive of the RSPB and Tony Juniper, chair of Natural England, joined Green Alliance executive director Shaun Spiers for the latest in Green Alliance’s series of
Livable Housing — for the BirdsBrightly colored, upcycled birdhouses are among the most charming forms ... The post Livable Housing — for the Birds appeared first on Earth911.com.
Crafts Made From Upcycled Food PackagingCrafting with kids is a great way to get creative on lazy afternoons at home. By adding reused materials, you'll not only make your projects cheaper (read: free), but also teach kids the value of reuse and recycling. The post Crafts Made From Upcycled Food Packaging appeared first on Earth911.com.
Seattle asks state to create $100 million coronavirus relief fund for undocumented immigrantsThe nonbinding resolution also asks Washington leaders to create a wage-replacement system for workers who don't qualify for regular unemployment benefits.
Rebuilding recycling to go circularRebuilding recycling to go circular Keefe Harrison Mon, 05/18/2020 - 18:18 This article is part of our Paradigm Shift series, produced by nonprofit PYXERA Global, on the diverse solutions driving the transition to a circular economy. See the full collection of stories and upcoming webinars with the authors here. After the coronavirus pandemic has passed, the world will need solutions to repair our economy in a way that protects both the planet and its people. The circular economy is a solution for our future health and wellness and recycling has a vital role to play. A circular economy is not possible…
Electric vehicle sales to fall in 2020 but long-term prospects undimmedSales of electric passenger vehicles (EVs) are forecast to fall 18 per cent in 2020, to 1.7 million worldwide, with the coronavirus crisis interrupting ten successive years of strong growth. However, sales of combustion engine cars are set to drop even faster this year by 23 per cent, and the long-term electrification of transport is […]
South Africa’s live cheetah export exposedSouth Africa is well-known for its intensive captive lion breeding industry, but its captive cheetah breeding side has never received the same exposure. As with lions, captive bred cheetah cubs are taken away from their mothers within days of birth to be hand-reared, which starts the habituating process. They are then used for petting, walking […]
Australia’s Lib-Nat government to back carbon capture to help cut emissionsAustralia’s conservative Liberal-National government has agreed to push forward legislation that would allow carbon capture and storage projects to be backed by its Climate Solutions Fund and provide credits to big polluters that cut their emissions intensity. Reuters Newsagency reports the move came in response to a report on new ways the government’s $2 billion […]
ACToday Experts Take Part in Panel on Climate and Food SecurityExperts discussed how climate and the coronavirus will affect food supply chains, and how university-led projects such as ACToday can help take on major challenges like these.
Most of the time, Dr. Google has no idea what ails youOnline symptoms checkers get the right diagnosis only 36% of the time.
Coronavirus: China's farmers offered buy-out to grow plants instead of breeding wild species in clampdownThe buy-out plans would compensate wildlife farmers in Hunan and Jiangxi provinces to switch to growing fruit, vegetables, tea plants or herbs for traditional Chinese medicine
Why do cats sit in a taped square or circle?Cat owners are putting squares of tape on the floor and watching as cats jump into the pretend boxes.
Running A Fish FarmRunning a fish farm might seem like a titanic feat to you, but it’s not necessarily so. You can start by choosing just one species of fish, and wait for things to slowly take the right direction. The important thing […]
Enviva donates more than $60,000 to help during pandemicCompany provides food and personal protective equipment to frontline healthcare workers in local communities.
Companies push Congress to promote climate action. Is anyone listening?Companies push Congress to promote climate action. Is anyone listening? Joel Makower Mon, 05/18/2020 - 09:15 What happens when more than 300 business people descend, virtually, on Capitol Hill to advocate for climate action amid a pandemic and economic crisis? Logic would dictate that these well-intentioned lobbyists-for-a-day would be met with a resounding shrug. After all, with two of the most devastating events to hit the United States happening simultaneously, there doesn’t seem to be much room to talk about anything else. As with so many other things these days, logic is not always the best guide. That’s my takeaway…
The gap between promise and proof on standards is widening in the agriculture debateIn the House of Commons last Wednesday, Conservative MP Simon Hoare stood up and proudly described the Woodland Trust as a group of Leninists. While such an ascription is unlikely to become the Trust’s Twitter bio, the Grantham-based organisation might nevertheless have been pleased to see what was in fact a fond (and genuinely funny) acknowledgement of collaboration. The Woodland
More Evidence About Methane Emissions From FrackingEarlier this month, I reported on a study showing that methane emissions from Permian Basin fracking operations were quite high. Since that study acknowledged that there are reasons to think that methane emissions from the Permian Basin may be higher than from fracking elsewhere, it seemed worth noting that an EDF study published last week indicated that methane emissions from oil and gas wells in Pennsylvania (from both fracked wells and conventional wells) are 16 times greater than what has been reported to the Pennsylvania DEP. … More
Climate change 'undermining progress in fight against cancer'Climate change has increased extreme weather events which release deadly carcinogens, according to researchers from Harvard and the American Cancer Society
Introducing two new Mecana Systems in the UK (sponsored)Eliquo Hydrok have added two new Mecana technologies to their existing Pile Cloth Media Filtration (PCMF) systems available for the UK Water and Wastewater markets
Climate crisis: Arctic temperatures 'break records', as ice melting season starts earlyTemperature spike is highest this early in the year since at least 1958, scientists suggest
Mount St. Helens’ mysteries still astound scientists, 40 years after eruptionNature has charted an astonishing course on the slopes of the Northwest's most notorious volcano.
Organizational Management During a PandemicEach decision made by management is a step forward into a future that is less predictable than usual.
Let’s get together: Intel’s 2030 commitments include ‘shared’ climate and social goalsLet’s get together: Intel’s 2030 commitments include ‘shared’ climate and social goals Heather Clancy Mon, 05/18/2020 - 02:16 'Tis the season for new corporate social and climate commitments, especially at the start of this decade of action and despite the COVID-19 pandemic, which requires short-term prioritization from responsible companies around the world. So Intel’s declaration of its latest goals, which include a new 100 percent commitment to clean power and a "net positive" water ambition, isn’t all that unusual. But one component is highly unique: the company’s decision to include three "global challenges" — ones that require collaboration with "industries,…
The Consequences of Climate ChangeThis article is the third of five in a series ... The post The Consequences of Climate Change appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Podcast: Making Environmental Lemonade From COVID-19 LemonsWe’re still deep in the lockdown and the Earth911 team ... The post Earth911 Podcast: Making Environmental Lemonade From COVID-19 Lemons appeared first on Earth911.com.
Reusable packaging in the time of COVID-19Reusable packaging in the time of COVID-19 Tom Szaky Mon, 05/18/2020 - 01:00 The novel coronavirus had cases on every continent except Antarctica when it was declared a global pandemic March 11. The crisis was brewing long before, and the United States federal emergency and stay-at-home orders would come after, but it was in that official moment of alarm that consumer behavior, and business’s response to it, changed across the country. Almost immediately, reusables and durable items took a spotlight as potentially undesirable. The socially sanctioned practice of bring-your-own shopping bags and coffee mugs came to a halt and was…
Will social distancing kill car-free culture?Where does that leave people who don’t own cars?
How To Check If There May Be Asbestos Hiding In Your WallsAsbestos has been widely used as insulation and in strengthening vinyl roof shingles, pipes, concrete, joint compounds, wallboards, and floor tiles. It has been used in adhesives, too. The construction industry, indeed, has frequently utilized this fireproofing material. However, it’s […]
Who’s financing deforestation in Papua New Guinea? A new report follows the money.BlackRock, The Vanguard Group, T. Rowe Price Associates, and the California Public Employees’ Retirement System were all tied to a controversial timber venture.
Is a UK carbon tax the catalyst we need to stimulate a green recovery?This post is by Hannah Dillon, head of the Zero Carbon Campaign What should a post Covid-19 society look like? I hope we can all agree that a world in which businesses continue to profit from pumping vast amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere should not be part of the picture. Calls for change are coming from all quarters
Major financial institutions say coronavirus recovery must be greenAustralia’s major banks, insurers and superannuation funds are urging a radical rethink in how to steer the economy out of the coronavirus pandemic-induced economic crisis, calling for stimulus measures that are consistent with the United Nations sponsored Paris Agreement climate targets. In its first public statement since the COVID-19 crisis hit, The Australian Sustainable Finance […]
Coronavirus widens climate rift between European and US oil majorsAccording to a Reuters Newsagency review of company statements and interviews with executives Europe’s top oil and gas companies have diverted a larger share of their cash to green energy projects since the coronavirus outbreak in a bet the global health crisis will leave a long-term dent in fossil fuel demand. The plans of companies […]
Southeast Asia’s shift to renewables a blow to Japan’s coal plant buildersPhilippine conglomerate Ayala plans to exit coal-fired power generation by the end of the decade, becoming the first major power company in Southeast Asia to quit the fossil fuel. The move by Ayala’s energy unit reflects a broader shift in the region toward renewable energy, the cost of which is now on par with that of […]
Cities aren’t doomed to repeat the bad old daysDuring crises when residents flee to cars and suburbs, metropolises have panicked. This time can be different.
Risk, doubt, and the burden of proof in the climate debateRisk, doubt, and the burden of proof in the climate debate Barbara Freese Sat, 05/16/2020 - 14:20 Excerpted from "Industrial-Strength Denial: Eight Stories of Corporations Defending the Indefensible, from the Slave Trade to Climate Change" by Barbara Freese, published by the University of California Press. © 2020 by the Regents of the University of California. The above is an affiliate link and we may get a small commission if you purchase from the site. The Hubris of Denial: Risk, Doubt, and the Burden of Proof There are many reasons why the risks of climate change would not fully register in the human…
Stop the Wildlife Trade: Founder of leading animal welfare charity backs The Independent's campaignAll recent pandemics had their roots in wildlife trade, says Dr Jill Robinson
‘Tiger King’ is over. Now watch these 8 movies.This year's Mountainfilm Festival brings eco-documentaries to the comfort of your home.
In the midst of a pandemic, ‘home’ takes on new importanceMy mother recently began painting houses. Little homes; on canvas, I mean.
Trump’s executive order seeks controversial overhaul of seafood industryOffshore aquaculture, which has long divided environmentalists and commercial fishing interests, now has a pathway to approval.
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Woman jailed for illegal trade in wildlife has sentence doubledAuthorities in Vietnam discovered 13 king cobras, 300 turtles and other rare species during 2018 raid
Scientists have created the world's first liquid metal latticeA new liquid metal lattice can be returned to its original shape after being damaged.
In Western Washington, a community comes together around a flour millIn the Skagit Valley, Cairnspring Mills and its local supply chain have stepped up to the plate to keep bread on the table.Good as news: positive environmental stories you may have missed this weekEmma Searson Director, 100% Renewable Campaign(828) 545-7300Contact person by email Read more about Emma Searson Friday, May 15, 2020 This weekly newsletter highlights recent good news on the environmental front. In this week's edition: good news for clean water, public lands, electric vehicles and more.Soprano sings the praises of neutrinos, virtual physics lab for UK schools, Elon Musk provides ground transportation for NASA astronauts - Physics WorldExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Soprano sings the praises of neutrinos, virtual physics lab for UK schools, Elon Musk provides ground transportation for NASA astronauts appeared first on Physics World.
Wet markets are not the problem – focus on the billion-dollar international trade in wild animals, experts sayGlobal wildlife sales not only carry risk of infectious diseases but threaten nearly 9,000 species with extinction
Dairy farm bottles milk instead of dumping itPennsylvania dairy farm bottles milk instead of dumping it ... and people come out in droves to buy it.
A Minority of Peruvian Mountain Farmers Benefit From Government Pandemic ProgramsMany Peruvians sell roses to earn a living. A new government policy could make matters worse for small growers already hard hit by the pandemic.
Happy Endangered Species Day! 5 ways you can make a difference todayThis is a day to celebrate the opportunities we still have available to slow the decline of endangered species.
Celebrate the laser’s 60th birthday with this enlightening quiz - Physics WorldThis week's trivia challenge focuses on the past, present and (possible) future of laser technologies The post Celebrate the laser’s 60th birthday with this enlightening quiz appeared first on Physics World.
A Sustainable Arctic Has to Include Indigenous GroupsAssimilation and colonization are still happening in our own backyard.
EI LIVE K12: RSVP for Our June SessionsStudents will make their own glacier goo, take a virtual drone flight over the ocean, and much more in these live sessions taught by Earth Institute experts.Bioimpedance analyser tracks blood redistribution in spinning cosmonauts - Physics WorldBioimpedance analysis can monitor blood circulation changes during rotation on a short-radius centrifuge used to explore artificial gravity The post Bioimpedance analyser tracks blood redistribution in spinning cosmonauts appeared first on Physics World.
Earth911 Inspiration: Healthy Ecology, Healthy EconomyThis week’s quote comes from former U.S. Representative Claudine Schneider: “A ... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Healthy Ecology, Healthy Economy appeared first on Earth911.com.
Oil lobbyists representing UK firms push Norway to avoid strict curbs on Arctic drillingExclusive: Allowing more extraction could put fragile and diverse ecosystem at risk, warn campaigners
The fashion industry is unsustainable — here's how journalism is inspiring activism to improve itThe fashion industry is unsustainable — here's how journalism is inspiring activism to improve it Kirstie Dabbs Fri, 05/15/2020 - 01:43 The fast fashion industry has long been critiqued for unsustainable practices and unethical working conditions. From global cotton supply chains to pollution from textile factories, the need to improve the industry in favor of both people and the planet is pressing. Bard MBA student Kirstie Dabbs spoke recently with author Elizabeth Segran about their shared passion for building a sustainability-centered future for the fashion industry. They discussed the unchecked growth of the fashion industry’s business model, possibilities for regulations,…
Could indoor air quality become part of the post coronavirus playbook?Could indoor air quality become part of the post coronavirus playbook? Joe Snider Fri, 05/15/2020 - 01:29 Here is what we know, or think we know, about COVID-19: it can spread through the air. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it is thought that the COVID-19 virus can spread "through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks." According to a news release from the National Institutes of Health on March 17, these respiratory droplets seem to be detectable in the air for as long as three hours. Here is what we also know…
Climate leftists and moderates have a radical new plan to defeat Trump: Work togetherClimate organizers and policy wonks are putting aside their differences to pool resources, messaging, and even personnel.
Bringing home the bacon: A kindergartner tests the future of foodBringing home the bacon: A kindergartner tests the future of food Jim Giles Fri, 05/15/2020 - 00:05 Today I bring you exclusive data from the cutting edge of food science. Let me begin by managing expectations. This experiment is so grievously flawed that, to paraphrase Groucho Marx, I would not submit it to any journal likely to accept it. The experiment in question is a taste test of a new product from Berkeley-based startup Prime Roots. Its flaws begin with the sample size, which is n=1. Our sole tester is Jay Giles, aged 6. Here he is, pre-test: Jay is…
How fish are derailing the EU negotiations and why we should careLast month saw the ‘future relationship’ talks between the UK and the EU resume after a pandemic hiatus. Fisheries management was cited by both Michael Gove and Michel Barnier as a major sticking point. Although conflicts between democracies over fisheries are surprisingly frequent, this one is at the centre of the constitutional and economic rupture that is Brexit, meaning theReassess to use lessBronte Payne Director, Go Solar Campaign(617) 747-4327Contact person by email Read more about Bronte Payne Thursday, May 14, 2020 Tips for reducing energy use of major appliances
Call for post-pandemic renewables push fuelled by Australia’s Reserve BankResearch by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) showing renewable energy investment fell sharply last year is fuelling calls for federal and state governments to back changes to help the industry rebound and drive a post-pandemi9c recovery. Renewable energy surged to make up nearly five per cent of non-mining business investment across Australia in 2018, […]
Washington’s busy wildfire season will be impacted by coronavirus pandemicCommissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz said Thursday that the pandemic will require special precautions to keep firefighters and support crews safe during what is shaping up as a busy wildfire season.Australia’s carbon market holding up despite coronavirusAustralia’s carbon market is holding up despite the global economic impact of coronavirus, but steps are in place to back it if necessary. The Clean Energy Regulator has assessed how the carbon offsets market is faring during the COVID-19 pandemic. AAP Newsagency reports it found Australia’s carbon market has not suffered the same price falls […]
Thousands of tonnes of ocean microplastics could be blowing ashore every year with sea breeze, study finds'We keep putting millions of tonnes of plastic into the ocean every year, this research shows that it is not going to stay there forever,' the scientists say
Coronavirus has erased 600,000 clean energy jobs in two months — and that’s just the startAll the green jobs created over the last five years have now been wiped out.
We’re running out of time to flatten the curve — for climate changeThese charts show how quickly we have to act.
Pandemic forces Canada to send giant pandas back to ChinaThe Calgary Zoo can't get enough fresh bamboo for Er Shun and Da Mao, so the giant pandas are heading back to China.
A New Primer on Climate Change ScienceA new primer lays out the basics of climate science in compact form.
House Democrats' $3trn coronavirus relief package has funding boost to fight wildlife-borne diseasesThe proposal would allocate $21m to US Fish and Wildlife Service in part for law enforcement inspections of species likely to cause harm
Norway plans to excavate a Viking ship burial for the first time in a centuryFound with ground-penetrating radar, the Viking-era ship is only about 20 inches below the surface of a farm field.
Why the rise of green chemistry mattersBy following green chemistry, manufacturers can adopt new scientific processes to minimize the toll their products take on the environment.
Six decades of laser science - Physics WorldPhysics World celebrates the laser's 60th anniversary with a collection of articles on its history, development and applications The post Six decades of laser science appeared first on Physics World.Making their mark - Physics WorldHow fundamental research on adaptive optics led Martin Booth, Patrick Salter and Andrew Rimmer to start a company that uses lasers to create microscopic marks inside diamonds The post Making their mark appeared first on Physics World.
The blue solution - Physics WorldPowerful blue lasers are producing the high-quality copper welds needed to make batteries for electric vehicles, as Richard Stevenson reports The post The blue solution appeared first on Physics World.
Quantum control using laser light could turn insulators into conductors and vice-versa - Physics WorldEveryday materials could take on exotic properties, say physicists The post Quantum control using laser light could turn insulators into conductors and vice-versa appeared first on Physics World.
Brands that Put the Planet FirstAs more and more companies are using resources and creating products that are not safe for the environment, it’s important that we all do our part to seek out the brands that put the planet first. Take a look at […]
COVID-19, 3D printing and the digital supply chain reckoningCOVID-19, 3D printing and the digital supply chain reckoning Heather Clancy Thu, 05/14/2020 - 03:28 Proponents of 3D printing technology and digital manufacturing solutions have been seeking their breakthrough moment for years. It took mere weeks to showcase their potential as enablers of flexible supply chains — capable of decentralizing worldwide production and responding to violent, unforeseen disruption. Every day, there is news of some inspirational pivot that points toward the future possibilities for creating far more sustainable supply chains. The most vivid illustration, of course, is the literally hundreds of companies diverting at least some portion of their production…Some like it cold: cryogenic innovation forges quantum opportunities - Physics WorldCryogenics specialist ICEoxford has reinforced its international reputation for product innovation with a 2020 Queen’s Award for Enterprise The post Some like it cold: cryogenic innovation forges quantum opportunities appeared first on Physics World.
MRI monitoring of brain glucose levels may help detect Alzheimer’s disease - Physics WorldDynamic glucose-enhanced MRI detects altered glucose uptake and clearance in the brains of mice with Alzheimer’s disease The post MRI monitoring of brain glucose levels may help detect Alzheimer’s disease appeared first on Physics World.
U.S. cities are at a coronavirus crossroads. How can they become more resilient?The good news is, density is not the problem per se during a pandemic. Crowding is the actual culprit.
The coronavirus broke the food supply chain. Here’s how to fix it.Why is food being destroyed while people go hungry? It’s complicated.
The problem with Big Oil’s climate goals: They don’t include all the oil.A new report throws shade on oil companies' climate promises.
Let’s grab the chance while we can to move to healthier travelThis post is by Greg Marsden, professor of transport governance at the University of Leeds and co-Investigator at the Centre for Research into Energy Demand Solutions (CREDS). The original piece can be found on the CREDS blog. The lockdowns and social distancing measures in place across much of the globe have been both hugely socially challenging and revealing, with images
Instead of Fishing, Try “Earthing”Yes! I did it. I invented something to replace fishing. ... The post Instead of Fishing, Try “Earthing” appeared first on Earth911.com.
Carbon emissions in India fall for first time in four decadesIndia’s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions have fallen for the first time in four decades, and not just as a result of the country’s coronavirus lockdown. Falling electricity use and competition from renewable energy had weakened the demand for fossil fuels even before the coronavirus hit, according to analysis by the environmental website, Carbon Brief. However, […]
Why the search for life on other planets depends on hydrogenBy looking at early stages of Earth, researchers hope to understand what life can look like on other planets.
Moths are the unsung heroes of pollinationMoths visit flowers bees don't and carry pollen much farther.
Hoovering the ocean: Plastic pollution threatens marine life, humans and ecosystemsLike other ventures around the world, the nonprofit in California is trying to help solve one of the planet's most daunting problems: oceans littered with plastic. The efforts reflect growth in awareness of the damage that plastic is wreaking.
20 miles of Seattle streets will soon close permanently to most carsThe closures, slated for the end of May, are part of a city-wide initiative to empower people of all ages and abilities to safely bike and walk across the city.Trump administration to hold 'virtual meetings' on oil drilling - but tribes affected have limited internetThe Navajo Nation is also at such serious risk from coronavirus that Doctors Without Borders, who typically work in war zones, have dispatched a teamLidar tracks mosquito behaviour by monitoring wingbeats - Physics WorldLaser-based technology can distinguish between male and female insects The post Lidar tracks mosquito behaviour by monitoring wingbeats appeared first on Physics World.
What is lockdown eating and why am I doing it?From eating healthy one day to eating only processed foods the next, people are on a roller coaster of eating habits during the coronavirus pandemic.
Pollution, health, and COVID-19 — We answer some of your most pressing questionsLast week, we hosted a webinar about the link between toxic pollution, health, and COVID-19. The webinar shed light on how exposure to toxics...Read More The post Pollution, health, and COVID-19 — We answer some of your most pressing questions appeared first on Environmental Defence.Tunable light speeds up the search for the perfect qubit - Physics WorldWidely tunable continuous-wave lasers based on OPO technology ease qubit characterization The post Tunable light speeds up the search for the perfect qubit appeared first on Physics World.
Taking a clear view of customer safetyHow one NAPA owner in New York is keeping things moving during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Neon waves caused by algae make ocean glow in CaliforniaThe dazzling light show appears when chemicals in colonies of algae react and are stirred up by the waves or marine life
Feeling stressed thanks to COVID-19? Being near water can help calm your nervesI’ve always been drawn to water, which I suppose explains my career choice. Being near the waters’ edge whether it’s a lake, river, stream...Read More The post Feeling stressed thanks to COVID-19? Being near water can help calm your nerves appeared first on Environmental Defence.
‘Building’ Sustainability for BuildingsAs part of the Spring 2020 Speaker Series, the CEO of Urban Green Council spoke to students about policy solutions to improve energy efficiency in buildings.
About all those oil tankers off the coast of California …Sure the oil isn't being burned, but there are environmental costs to storing it at sea.
Lasers making a difference in patient alignment: CT and LINAC solutions from LAP - Physics WorldAvailable to watch now, LAP GmbH Laser Applikationen addresses patient alignment at CT and LINAC along the workflow in radiation therapy The post Lasers making a difference in patient alignment: CT and LINAC solutions from LAP appeared first on Physics World.
Watch for ADM to pioneer biofuels, more carbon capture projectsWatch for ADM to pioneer biofuels, more carbon capture projects Heather Clancy Wed, 05/13/2020 - 02:57 Although decarbonization of industrial processes remains a big technical challenge, food processing and commodities giant Archer Daniels Midland recently adopted new commitments to cut its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by 25 percent by 2035 — with additional carbon sequestration projects and changes to its transportation fleet figuring largely in that strategy. ADM also has pledged to decrease energy intensity by 15 percent over the same timeframe. "Our new goals are ambitious yet achievable," said ADM chairman and CEO Juan Luciano, in a statement when…
How COVID-19 can shape the response to climate changeHow COVID-19 can shape the response to climate change Terry F. Yosie Wed, 05/13/2020 - 02:31 Part Two of a four-part series. Part One can be found here. As the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to unfold, insights are emerging on how to repurpose what's been learned for the benefit of climate change mitigation. To date, most of the focus on the pandemic-environment nexus has been short-term. A number of environmental activists, for example, have recommended that temporarily reduced air pollution levels be made permanent through regulatory controls. Conversely, the Trump administration has used the pandemic as an argument…
5 Clever Ways To Maximize Natural Light in Your KitchenThe kitchen often gets more use than any other room ... The post 5 Clever Ways To Maximize Natural Light in Your Kitchen appeared first on Earth911.com.
Tunable lasers in quantum research: novel lasers for novel colour centres - Physics WorldAvailable to watch now, HÜBNER Photonics explores tunable lasers for quantum research The post Tunable lasers in quantum research: novel lasers for novel colour centres appeared first on Physics World.
Solar panels are more efficient than you’ve heard. This material could make them even better.Today’s typical silicon solar panels operate at around 22 percent efficiency, but a new crystalline material called perovskite could soon raise the solar efficiency bar much further.
Can’t eat gluten? Pesticides and nonstick pans might have something to do with it, study saysResearchers found that children with high levels of pesticides in their blood are twice as likely to develop celiac.
Here's what fringe consumers tell us about the post-pandemic marketplaceHere's what fringe consumers tell us about the post-pandemic marketplace Deonna Anderson Wed, 05/13/2020 - 00:06 For years, communications firm Shelton Group has been gathering data about "fringe" consumers through intensive, manual social media analysis about both environmental and social sustainability. Why? Because while the fringe tends to be ahead of the curve when it comes to the trends, eventually some ideals of fringe consumers become mainstream. As just one example of a once-nascent idea, Shelton Group pointed to the call by buyers for consumer brand companies and others in the consumer products value chain to transition away from plastics that eventually end…
Net zero is nowhere in sight for UK clean heat policyThis post is by Jan Rosenow and Samuel Thomas of the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP). It was first published in Utility Week. For months, we have been waiting for the UK government’s proposal for the future of clean heat policy. After committing to a net zero carbon target for 2050, the need to take aggressive action now to drive down
Frog populations 'suffering alarming decline' due to over-consumption by people'Unsustainable harvesting' puts whole ecosystems at risk, expert says
What are 'murder hornets' and have they been found in the UK?As if the world wasn't bad enough at the moment, media reports in recent days have warned of giant "murder hornets" which can kill humans potentially invading the UK.
BNP Paribas accelerates exit from coal in all OECD countriesFrench bank BNP Paribas has confirmed a strengthening of its coal divestment strategy, pulling forward the target date for ending the use of coal power by its electricity generating customers in multiple countries. At the same time, it has confirmed in a statement it will not take on new customers that are reliant on coal […]
World’s biggest wealth fund blacklists Canadian firms for carbon emissionsThe Norwegian central bank has excluded four Canadian oil and gas companies from its US$1-trillion wealth fund, the world’s largest, for producing too much greenhouse gas emissions, its first use of carbon emissions as a criterion to blacklist firms. Canadian Natural Resources, Cenovus Energy, Suncor Energy, and Imperial Oil were excluded from the fund due […]
11 ways to use nutritional yeast (and why you should)You may not realize that nutritional yeast is a vitamin-packed protein. Here's how to add it to salads, pastas and more.
The lifecycle of a wood pelletSee how Enviva purchases leftover low-value wood and turns it into a renewable energy source to replace fossil fuels.
What's it like when you can't visualize things?People with aphantasia can't imagine or picture things in their mind's eye, and they experience the world in an entirely different way.
BBC sports broadcaster who narrates his dogs' lives in lockdown is branching outBBC sports broadcaster Andrew Cotter does commentary on his dogs' lives during lockdown.
Climate change may kickstart dormant El Niño weather system in Indian OceanSmall shifts in surface temperature could lead to weather patterns similar to the El Niños currently experienced over the Pacific
Bringing Sustainability Into the Restoration of an Architectural JewelProfessor Lynnette Widder was recently featured in an article about how she integrated sustainability into her restoration of a historic home in upstate New York.Tracking elephant rumbles without breaking the bank - Physics WorldLow-cost seismo-acoustic device could enable elephant monitoring for ecology and conservation The post Tracking elephant rumbles without breaking the bank appeared first on Physics World.
Measuring molecules with nanometre precision - Physics WorldMotion-correction technique ramps the resolution of single-molecule localization microscopy twentyfold The post Measuring molecules with nanometre precision appeared first on Physics World.
What We Can Do to Preserve Our Cleaner AirHow you can fight air pollution in your neighborhood and your home.
What is giant hogweed, the UK's 'most dangerous' plant?Non-native, invasive species is on the rise and can hospitalise those who touch it
Giant hogweed: UK risks losing fight against toxic plant, experts warn'Coordinated action is the only way to get rid of it,' campaigner says
UK-EU trade negotiations: the level playing field is at risk of ‘regression by default’This post is by Andy Jordan and Brendan Moore, who are respectively co-chair and research associate at Brexit&Environment. The fate of the trade negotiations between the EU and the UK will hinge on the ability of both sides to strike a deal on the so-called ‘level playing field’ provisions that prevent either side from lowering (or ‘regressing’) their environmental standards
Is a Geothermal Energy System Right for Your Home?Geothermal energy is heat that comes from the subsurface of ... The post Is a Geothermal Energy System Right for Your Home? appeared first on Earth911.com.
We Earthlings: Green Your WardrobeSwitching 60 percent of clothing production to renewable energy by ... The post We Earthlings: Green Your Wardrobe appeared first on Earth911.com.
How cosmetics retailer Lush is making purposeful profit through circularityHow cosmetics retailer Lush is making purposeful profit through circularity Katrina Shum Tue, 05/12/2020 - 01:30 This article is part of our Paradigm Shift series, produced by nonprofit PYXERA Global, on the diverse solutions driving the transition to a circular economy. See the full collection of stories and upcoming webinars with the authors here. Commerce as we know it is going through a rapid evolution. The convergence of new technology, emerging social platforms, constrained natural resources and the evolving values of each new generation is changing the way we do business — whether it’s the sharing economy, the rise of products as…
EPA settlements are supposed to hold polluters accountable. Will coronavirus get them off the hook?Hundreds of cities and polluting industries agreed to clean up their act after being sued by the government. Now, many are asking for leniency.
We ignored pandemic warnings. Will the next catastrophe take us by surprise?"The normal world we’re taking for granted is starting to disappear.”
Want to prevent the next pandemic? This doctor is prescribing climate action."If the frontlines of this pandemic have taught us anything, it's that we are up for the challenge."
The robotic, hybrid-electric future of agricultureThe robotic, hybrid-electric future of agriculture Shane Downing Tue, 05/12/2020 - 00:15 While many around the world, ordered indoors amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, are coming up with innovative ways to plant small victory gardens in, around and on top of their homes, plenty of change is afoot in big ag — much of it driven by new technologies. A recent IDTechEx webcast, "Electric Vehicles and Robotics in Agriculture: $50 Billion Market Soon,” provided a brief overview of a 215-page report, "Electric Vehicles and Robotics in Agriculture 2020-2030,” that the research firm published in February. According to IDTEchEx Chairman Peter Harrop, agriculture’s forthcoming shift…
US says Washington state overstepped with oil train lawBILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The Trump administration on Monday moved to block a Washington state law that imposed safety restrictions on oil shipments by rail following a string of explosive accidents. The Department of Transportation determined federal law preempts the Washington law adopted last year, which mandated crude from the oil fields of the Northern […]
Investor study says oil company net zero claims fall far shortAccording to a new study claims by oil and gas companies that they are curbing their carbon emissions in line with net zero targets are overstated. The independent analysis of six large European corporations acknowledges they have taken big steps on carbon dioxide (CO2) recently. In April, Shell became the latest to announce ambitious plans […]EU asks national governments to take the lead on ‘green’ state aidThe European Union’s top climate official has encouraged governments to attach green conditions to public support for coronavirus-hit companies, after the bloc’s executive opted not to do so at the EU level. The European Commission, which approves state support schemes, updated its temporary rules last Friday for firms receiving government aid during the pandemic. Reuters […]
When the environment is attacked, we respondWendy Wendlandt Acting President, Environment America; Senior Vice President and Political Director, The Public Interest Network(213) 251-3680 ext. 311Contact person by email Read more about Wendy Wendlandt Monday, May 11, 2020 For now, our workplaces may be remote, but our sense of urgency is immediate and our commitment to never stop fighting for the environment is unchanging.
Astronomers create an unprecedented portrait of Jupiter in infraredScientists use two telescopes and an aircraft to reveal Jupiter's stormy secrets.
Global carbon dioxide levels at record high despite coronavirus lockdownCO2 emissions are not only increasing but also accelerating, according to climate scientistsPions form a new kind of helium - Physics WorldPionic helium exists for long enough to be zapped by lasers, paving the way for more precise measurements of the pion's mass The post Pions form a new kind of helium appeared first on Physics World.
Scientists find direct link between electrical fields in the atmosphere and living organismsThe surprising connection between electrical fields in nature and those inside animals may pave the way to new treatments for epilepsy and Parkinson's.
Earth Institute Announces Resilience Media ProjectThe project will boost newsroom capacity to go beyond reporting on disasters after they strike, to envision preventative and adaptive solutions.
The 1975's frontman says Greta Thunberg rejected by bigger artists who want to be 'progressive but safe'A spoken-word recording of the climate activist is the opening track on the band's fourth album, 'Notes on a Conditional Form', due to be released later this month
The Necessity of New York City’s ParksA functioning park system helps address a wide variety of sustainability and social problems.Extreme UV imaging visualizes mouse neurons at ultrahigh resolution - Physics WorldHighly detailed images of neurons created using lensless extreme UV imaging could help in the study of neurodegenerative diseases The post Extreme UV imaging visualizes mouse neurons at ultrahigh resolution appeared first on Physics World.
What a sustainable circular economy would look likePost-coronavirus, the world requires a truly circular economy to deliver long-term sustainable benefits, writes Anne Velenturf and Phil Purnell from The post What a sustainable circular economy would look like appeared first on Environment Journal.
What Causes Climate Change?This article is the second of five in a series ... The post What Causes Climate Change? appeared first on Earth911.com.
Earth911 Podcast: So Good So You Embraces Biodegradable BtrBtl Probiotic Juice ShotsEarth911 talks with Rita Katona and Eric Hall, cofounders of ... The post Earth911 Podcast: So Good So You Embraces Biodegradable BtrBtl Probiotic Juice Shots appeared first on Earth911.com.Plastic that doesn’t cost the Earth - Physics WorldWith the pressure on to reduce our plastic pollution, scientists and innovators are developing new methods of reusing, retrieving and recycling. Anna Demming investigates The post Plastic that doesn’t cost the Earth appeared first on Physics World.
Coronavirus is a make-or-break moment for climate change, economists sayCan a stimulus package help the economy and the planet? Experts say yes.
Plastic recycling is broken. Why does Big Plastic want cities to get $1 billion to fix it?Your takeout container is likely headed to a landfill.
Does New York need a new natural gas pipeline? It’s about to decide.With Williams Pipeline decision looming, activists say the state’s climate targets hang in the balance.
Inside Eastman’s moonshot goal for endlessly circular plasticsInside Eastman’s moonshot goal for endlessly circular plastics Joel Makower Mon, 05/11/2020 - 00:44 At first glance, the sprawling industrial site, covering roughly 900 acres in Kingsport, Tennessee, appears to be just another chemical manufacturing facility. There are hundreds of buildings and countless miles of pipes, conveyors, distillers, cooling towers, valves, pumps, compressors and controls. It doesn’t exactly look or feel particularly noteworthy. But something extraordinary is going on at this Eastman chemical plant: two breakthrough processes to turn waste plastics of all kinds back into new plastics, continuously, with no loss of quality. Last year, the company announced two…
Green steel industry could replace coal and end climate warsA new Australian green steel industry could create tens of thousands of jobs in regional areas reliant on coal mining, particularly in central Queensland and the Hunter Valley, giving them a future as demand for carbon-intensive goods falls. That is the conclusion of a report by the Grattan Institute, a thinktank linked to the University […]
Draft plan shows European politicians to consider tougher climate lawEuropean Union politicians are considering toughening the bloc’s planned climate law, with stricter near-term emission goals and a binding commitment for every member state to decarbonise by 2050, according to a draft document seen by Reuters Newsagency. Swedish politician Jytte Guteland, the lead author of the document, said such goals were required if the world […]
Report: renewables could save manufacturing industry $1.6 billion a yearNew research has claimed Australia’s manufacturing industry could slash its annual energy bill by 23 per cent if it switches to renewable energy. The Australia Institute’s Centre for Future Work argues in a report just released that the manufacturing industry could save $1.6 billion a year if it switched its energy supply to 100 per […]
‘Get the hell off’: The indigenous fight to stop a uranium mine in the Black HillsCan the Lakota win a “paper war” to save their sacred sites?
Government challenged over e-commerce ban and exercise limitAttorneys for civil rights group Dear South Africa today delivered a letter of demand to the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, challenging the government’s ban on e-commerce and its limitation on outside exercise to three hours a day. The organisation has requested the government amend the Covid-19 lockdown regulations to allow […]
‘Radically imagining what the future could look like’With the help of oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.
When kids ask tough questions about coronavirus, is honesty the best policy?My kids are asking when the coronavirus will end. Here’s how I’m responding.
This Lakota man is helping indigenous communities flourish — on their termsEven in the face of a global pandemic.