Environmental news from around the world.
- Recycling pilot project provides insights into informal sector An innovative pilot project is streamlining the buying and selling of recyclable materials. In doing so, it is providing important, previously unavailable, insights into South Africa’s informal recycling sector. AN innovative pilot project being trialled at recycling buy-back centres across South Africa is yielding positive results just over a year in, helping grassroots businesses integrate […]
- Estimated 18 million UK pensioners want schemes to reduce carbon emissions Research has found an estimated 18 million pension holders in the UK want their pension funds to be invested in projects that reduce carbon emissions. Make My Money Matter, a finance campaign co-founded by filmmaker Richard Curtis, discovered less than half of pension holders are aware the money is invested in global companies. Over 40 […] The post Estimated 18 million UK pensioners want schemes to reduce carbon emissions appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- ASU on ESG’s higher calling in higher education Student activists garner more headlines than pensioners. And maybe that's a good thing.
- Decoy nanoparticles soak up SARS-CoV-2 A potential new COVID-19 treatment tricks SARS-CoV-2 into binding to decoy cells that render the virus inactive The post Decoy nanoparticles soak up SARS-CoV-2 appeared first on Physics World.
- Crypto for good? Digital currencies hold potential to further financial inclusion Among crypto’s widely touted benefits are financial efficiency and inclusion, but drawbacks like high volatility, lack of regulation and anonymity that can lead to potentially nefarious financing, cause detractors to caution against it.
- Companies must work together to fight famine We cannot ignore the fact that climate change is the main disruptor of the global diet.
- Methane solutions offer down payment on our climate future Methane is a greenhouse gas that isn't talked about enough but needs to be addressed
- Meet the startup shrinking industrial carbon capture Carbon Clean, which just raised $150 million, touts its ability to install equipment in a much smaller physical footprint than other carbon capture systems.
- Pollution kills nine million people Pollution kills nine million people Channel News brendan 18th May 2022 Teaser Media
- How Offshore Wind and Renewable Power-to-X Can Help Solve Europe’s Energy Crisis Countries are facing an energy and climate crisis. Dependence on imported fossil fuels can never deliver the energy security we need – nor does it allow us to address global climate change. And while renewables are scaling up rapidly, the annual buildout rates are still insufficient to overcome dependence on fossil fuels. Therefore, it is evident that a new approach is needed to speed up the deployment of renewable energy. Offshore wind and renewable power-to-X will play a crucial role in decarbonizing Europe and promoting energy security, but several obstacles are holding back its full potential. This paper outlines how…
- Products Rocking Plastic-free Packaging Eye shadow. Shampoo. Laundry detergent. Plenty of popular items people use every day routinely reside... The post Products Rocking Plastic-free Packaging appeared first on Earth911.
- Energy policy more heat than light Energy policy more heat than light Channel Comment brendan 18th May 2022 Teaser Media
- UK Study Shows a Fifth of Food Packaging Could Be in Landfills by 2040 A UK study shows that while recycling, reuse and composting of packaging will all increase significantly, a fifth of all food packaging could still find its way to landfill and incineration even in two decades time. The post UK Study Shows a Fifth of Food Packaging Could Be in Landfills by 2040 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Tonga volcanic eruption largest explosion in modern history The January volcanic eruption near Tonga has been confirmed as the biggest eruption ever recorded by modern instruments. Its explosion also surpassed any atomic bomb tests conducted after World War II.
- California rejects desalination plant in Huntington Beach The California Coastal Commission unanimously rejected Poseidon Water’s proposed Huntington Beach desalinization plant. Despite the promised 50 million gallons of water per day, the commission decided it wasn’t worth the risk to both sea life and residents’ water bills.
- Achieve a net-zero lifestyle with the help of Joro app If you’re environmentally-conscious, yet overwhelmed. If you want to make a difference, but feel helpless. Or perhaps climate anxiety has taken hold. Joro App is here to help. “Joro, from Old Norse jǫrð, or "earth", is the protector and personification of the earth in Norse mythology.” The name summarizes the goal of the company, which is to empower individual citizens to see tangible ways their purchasing decisions can positively, or negatively, affect the planet. In short, Joro...
- Unique Sustainability Features Open Google’s Bay View Campus Google's Bay View Campus, with innovative heating and cooling and solar energy systems, opens. The post Unique Sustainability Features Open Google’s Bay View Campus appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Climate Islands brings nature and community into the city Barcelona landscape and architecture firm SCOB created seven architectural-landscape "interventions" called Climate Islands. They created inviting, green urban environments in inner city spaces that help mitigate the effects of climate change.
- FOG summit to bring water and hospitality sectors together “Europe’s leading fat, oil and grease (FOG) summit” will bring together the hospitality sector and the water industry to develop collaborative and sustainable solutions to keep sewer networks clear. The European FOG Summit 2022 will have a strong focus on foodservice and commercial kitchens, to further explore how FOG can be removed at source before […]
- Recent European Drought Was the Most Intense in At Least 250 Years The 2018 to 2020 European drought was the worst in more than two centuries, driven in part by uncommonly high temperatures that exacerbated dry conditions across large parts of the continent, new research finds.Read more on E360 →
- EnerVenue, Pine Gate Renewables to Add 2.4 GWh of Energy Storage in US A battery storage partnership will help increase energy capacity projects in the United States. The post EnerVenue, Pine Gate Renewables to Add 2.4 GWh of Energy Storage in US appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Ball Corp. Signs PPA for 151 MW of Wind Energy Ball Corporation has announced it has entered into a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) in which Ball will purchase 151 megawatts of new wind energy from a subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources. The post Ball Corp. Signs PPA for 151 MW of Wind Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- 3D printing robot displayed in retail store upcycles plastic Selfridges in London has been a premier shopping destination for buyers and browsers to see what's going to be hot. That's why there really is no better place for an amazing new window display that showcases a 3D printing demonstration. The printer is creating amazing designer items using recycled marine plastic.
- Creators of underwater, eco-friendly concrete are finalists in the European Inventor Award The inventors of an innovative building material for sea walls are finalists in the European Inventor Award 2022. ECOncrete® founder and CEO, Ido Sella, has been nominated for the award, one of Europe’s most prestigious innovation prizes, alongside late co-founder Shimrit Perkol-Finkel. Launched by the European Patent Office (‘EPO’) in 2006, it honours individuals and […]
- CERN’s Large Hadron Collider gears up for Run 3 Engineers will now begin increasing the luminosity before first collisions in June The post CERN’s Large Hadron Collider gears up for Run 3 appeared first on Physics World.
- Food packaging will still be landfilled or incinerated without accelerated innovation While recycling, reuse and composting of packaging continues to increase significantly, a fifth of all food packaging could still find its way to landfill and incineration even in two decades time, according to a study commissioned by sustainable packaging specialist UPM Specialty Papers. Today, food packaging is predominantly plastic and recycling rates are relatively low. […]
- Innovation in optical interferometry: the secret of success in nanopositioning QA Nanopositioning specialist Queensgate and the UK’s National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have forged a productive collaboration yielding a good-practice implementation model for Queensgate’s in-house test and measurement programme The post Innovation in optical interferometry: the secret of success in nanopositioning QA appeared first on Physics World.
- Appraising stressors on rivers’ ability to perform ecological functions An essential ecosystem service of streams and rivers is their natural self-purification service. This can be assessed based on ecological functions such as nutrient retention or leaf litter decomposition. A new international meta-analysis identifies critical stressors, according to the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), which co-authored the study. How do human stressors affect these […]
- Heat network projects highlighted in review of South-East scheme Over £250 million of funding has been awarded to heat network schemes under the Heat Networks Investment Project (HNIP) since it opened its doors to applicants in 2018. The total Capex of schemes offered HNIP funding exceeds £826 million highlighting the scale of the opportunity for investment in the sector. Energy from Waste plants tackle […]
- The dilemma of corrosion and better corrosion management Join the audience for a live webinar on 15 June 2022 sponsored by Hiden Analytical, in partnership with The Electrochemical Society The post The dilemma of corrosion and better corrosion management appeared first on Physics World.
- Lazy Bears and Confused Birds: What a Warming Planet Means for Wildlife In the Arctic, climate change is upsetting the migratory rhythms of many species, disrupting pollinators, and spelling trouble for ecosystems around the world.
- The International Day of Light: celebrating the power of glass To celebrate the International Day of Light, James McKenzie reflects on the wonders of optical communications The post The International Day of Light: celebrating the power of glass appeared first on Physics World.
- Organisation seeks assurance British nuclear will not rely on Russian uranium An organisation representing UK councils, Nuclear Free Local Authorities (NFLA), has written for reassurance that Russian uranium will not be used to power British nuclear reactors. The group reached out to the Chief Executive of nuclear plant operator EDF energy, Simone Rossi, and the Minister for Climate Change, Greg Hands, for clarification. This comes after […] The post Organisation seeks assurance British nuclear will not rely on Russian uranium appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How One Chemical Maker is Reducing Its Environmental Footprint The Maroon Group, now part of Barentz, completed several sustainability programs — everything from recycling to energy efficiency to pollution prevention. In all cases, team members are on board. That includes everyone from the execs writing the checks to folks on the floor. The post How One Chemical Maker is Reducing Its Environmental Footprint appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Shark finning on MSC-certified vessels ‘ignored’ A new Shark Guardian investigation has revealed that fishery observer reports of shark finning and other malpractices on MSC-certified vessels in the Western Central Pacific Ocean have been routinely ignored. A total of 24 incidents of shark finning were identified, all of which took place on MSC certified vessels, 19 of them during MSC trips […]
- Nonprofits Bringing Climate Change Into Classrooms People can’t take action against climate change if they don’t understand what it is, why... The post Nonprofits Bringing Climate Change Into Classrooms appeared first on Earth911.
- We Earthlings: Do This Before Recycling Your Hardback Books If you have an old hardback book that you no longer want and are unable... The post We Earthlings: Do This Before Recycling Your Hardback Books appeared first on Earth911.
- Why Boulder and Flagstaff are enlisting cities to suck carbon out of the atmosphere Move over, Big Tech: These cities are building a local coalition for carbon removal.
- Rhino poaching prevention powers up in KZN Whilst rhino dehorning is not a “silver bullet,” Dale Wapender, Phinda’s Assistant Reserve Manager, says that it’s paying dividends as the brutal poaching of rhino horn has been substantially reduced in the Park. “Before we started dehorning our rhino, we used to lose one-two of these magnificent animals every month to poachers. Now more than […]
- Fusion community mourns death of ITER boss Bernard Bigot aged 72 ITER deputy director Eisuke Tada takes over the French-based fusion project while the ITER Council searches for a long-term successor The post Fusion community mourns death of ITER boss Bernard Bigot aged 72 appeared first on Physics World.
- How Earth might appear to alien astronomers Seeing our planet through alien eyes could help in the search for life in the cosmos The post How Earth might appear to alien astronomers appeared first on Physics World.
- Improve emissions targets to help make EVs more affordable, MEPs told European lawmakers have backed a 2035 deadline for zero-carbon cars, but experts have criticised politicians for voting down earlier cut off points which could help make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable. The environment committee of the European Parliament has proposed new emissions targets for carmakers, working towards a complete ban on new internal combustion engine […] The post Improve emissions targets to help make EVs more affordable, MEPs told appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Report: Europe’s chicken supply chain has a human rights problem Cheap poultry for markets, restaurants and pets comes at the expense of Indigenous peoples in Brazil.
- Government takes steps to improve waterways following inaction The government is changing its handling of the UK’s water quality, after the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) published its recommendations. In the EAC report, Water quality in rivers, it was suggested that long term investment in the sewerage network needs to be prioritised in the next water industry price review process. Government ministers and the […] The post Government takes steps to improve waterways following inaction appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Human versus machine, in space Andrew Robinson reviews The End of Astronauts: Why Robots Are the Future of Exploration by Donald Goldsmith and Martin Rees The post Human versus machine, in space appeared first on Physics World.
- A window into the brain – anywhere, anytime A novel miniature microscope functions as a window into the brain of freely behaving rodents in real time The post A window into the brain – anywhere, anytime appeared first on Physics World.
- Bridgestone’s tires are going circular Through a partnership with LanzaTech, Bridgestone is scaling up a closed-looped system that uses bacteria to recreate the raw material for new rubber.
- Meet the recycling startup hustling to keep EV batteries out of landfills Just four years after launching a pilot plant in Canada, Li-Cycle has raised $500 million from high profile investors to build out EV battery recycling plants and hubs across the U.S.
- Will U.S. copper supply meet energy transition demands? Only if we take these steps Sponsored: With the new politics of clean energy, a substantial, sustainable and secure supply of domestic copper is vital for U.S. economic and national security.
- What happened at the biodiversity COP, and why it matters to business An ambitious and implementable international agreement on nature will help set the direction for corporate action.
- How To Maximize Your Vegetable Garden Harvest Is your garden plot so small that you can’t grow as much as you’d like?... The post How To Maximize Your Vegetable Garden Harvest appeared first on Earth911.
- The world’s first airport for flying cars and drones has just landed The U.K. is developing an urban airport for flying cars and drones. Will other countries follow suit?
- How to make the ‘30×30’ target work for nature This post is by Dr Daniela Russi, senior policy manager at the British Ecological Society. The UK is one of the most nature depleted countries in the world. We need urgent action to reverse biodiversity loss, and protected areas can play a pivotal role in […]
- 'End of the world, end of the month - same fight!' 'End of the world, end of the month - same fight!' Channel Comment brendan 17th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Concrete Retaining Walls: All You Need to Know About Them Retaining walls are landscape features installed to prevent landslides and ensure that the space remains safe and usable. Numerous properties, commercial or residential, have retaining walls. Retaining walls can be made with many materials. However, concrete is the best choice … Concrete Retaining Walls: All You Need to Know About Them Read More » The post Concrete Retaining Walls: All You Need to Know About Them appeared first on Eco Friend.
- Data loggers firm sponsors Low Energy Buildings Database Monitoring equipment manufacturer Gemini Data Loggers is a proud sponsor of a project to rebuild the AECB’s Low Energy Buildings Database into an international platform for sustainable building knowledge.
- Industrial Waste Management Market Value Could Top $2 Trillion by 2031 A report finds the industrial waste management market will significantly increase over the next decade. The post Industrial Waste Management Market Value Could Top $2 Trillion by 2031 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Heinz to package ketchup in recyclable paper bottles Food and beverage giant Heinz announced that it will be launching a new sustainable paper package for its ketchup. In partnership with sustainable packaging company Pulpex, the two will launch the world's first ketchup packaged in 100% recyclable bottles.
- Cows and deer threaten Earth's largest living organism We expect destruction to come from something obviously terrible, such as nuclear war or a giant asteroid plunging towards Earth. But a much gentler threat is may be the death of the world’s largest living organism, Utah’s Pando Aspen Grove. Deer and cows are nibbling it into oblivion.
- Saint-Gobain Invests $100 Million to Expand Roofing Shingle Manufacturing Facility Saint-Gobain plans to invest $100 million over the next two to three years to expand a roofing shingle manufacturing facility while reducing emissions. The post Saint-Gobain Invests $100 Million to Expand Roofing Shingle Manufacturing Facility appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Evoque, Archer Building Tennessee Data Center Campus Evoque and Archer are teaming to build a 100 MW data center campus. The post Evoque, Archer Building Tennessee Data Center Campus appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- 11 perfect tiny plants to decorate your tiny home Living tiny means making decisions about every item in your home. From clothing to cookware, only the essentials will fit into the minimalist lifestyle. However, no home should be without greenery. So even if your space is limited, there are tiny plants for your tiny home that will make the perfect addition without contributing clutter.
- Thailand home connects to its beautiful surroundings The Baan Hom Din House by TA-CHA Design is situated on a former rice paddy in Thailand. The paddy rests in the lush valley between parallel ranges of the Petchabun mountains. The house's design caters to the lives of the residents and fosters a close connection with the surrounding environment.
- Laser Imaging Reveals How Fire Renews Sierra Nevada Forests Plane-mounted laser imaging has allowed scientists to map the size, shape, and density of trees in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, revealing how low- and moderate-intensity burns make forests more resilient to larger blazes.Read more on E360 →
- Quantum sieve could make deuterium much cheaper Pores in metal-organic framework open when deuterium gas is present The post Quantum sieve could make deuterium much cheaper appeared first on Physics World.
- Aviation excuses just won't fly Aviation excuses just won't fly Channel Comment brendan 16th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Academic collaboration boosts SME efforts to reach net zero Twenty-two companies have so far collaborated with Lancaster University as part of the Low Carbon Eco-Innovatory (LCEI), a business support programme which aims to help Liverpool businesses reduce their carbon emissions and accelerate growth. These include aerial theatre company Wired, software developer Connect 4.0, composite technologies specialist A2O Technology group, civil engineers Mole Group Utilities, […]
- IKEA launches a beachy collection with World Surf League Two iconic agencies have come together to launch a product lineup that caters to the outdoor lifestyle and the environment. IKEA, in partnership with the World Surf League, released the KÅSEBERGA collection in early May 2022. With respect to the ocean and the recreational lifestyle surrounding it, the collection is practical and made from eco-friendly materials.
- Ambitions set for first net-zero transatlantic flight in 2030 During his visit to the US, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced these plans for a demonstrative flight as he met with airline executives. These plans align with ambitions of the Jet Zero Council, a partnership between industry and government to make net-zero flight a reality. It’s estimated that a sustainable aviation fuel industry could create […] The post Ambitions set for first net-zero transatlantic flight in 2030 appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- High-power lasers promise new defence strategy Physicists at QinetiQ are developing systems that combine and control high-energy laser beams to provide a powerful and cost-effective countermeasure against drones and other uncrewed objects The post High-power lasers promise new defence strategy appeared first on Physics World.
- GenCell Energy Delivers Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Backup Power to Rail Industry GenCell Energy and RedHawk Energy Systems announced a partnership to deliver GenCell’s zero-emission fuel cell backup power systems to support critical infrastructure requirements in the US rail and other key industry sectors. The post GenCell Energy Delivers Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Backup Power to Rail Industry appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Immunotherapy plus radiotherapy: the next big opportunity in radiation oncology? Excitement is growing about the synergies between immunotherapy and radiation therapy, but there’s a long way to go before the clinical opportunities are realized at scale The post Immunotherapy plus radiotherapy: the next big opportunity in radiation oncology? appeared first on Physics World.
- A Rare Opportunity to Unlock More Funding for Conservation Land protection requires perseverance, flexibility and, most importantly, funding in hand to buy land. Will Allen, Senior Vice President of The Conservation Fund, explains how the Great American Outdoors Act doubled the amount of capital for conservation it has also increased the need for more funding to ensure the protection of our nation’s at-risk lands.
- ‘Do Good Foods’ Begins Sale of Carbon-Reduced Chicken Food company Do Good Foods has officially launched Do Good Chicken in grocers throughout Philadelphia. The post ‘Do Good Foods’ Begins Sale of Carbon-Reduced Chicken appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Greenwashing Decarbonization Better renewable energy technology will make greenwashing an idiotic strategy, and audited disclosure rules would make carbon-related greenwashing illegal.
- MR-Linac pioneer awarded highest ESTRO honour Jan Lagendijk wins ESTRO’s 2022 Breur Award in recognition of his major contribution to radiotherapy The post MR-Linac pioneer awarded highest ESTRO honour appeared first on Physics World.
- Why is the government weakening parliamentary scrutiny at such a crucial time? It has been confirmed that there will be a Brexit Freedoms Bill. This “will make it easier to amend or remove outdated ‘retained EU law’ and will accompany a major cross-government drive to reform, repeal and replace outdated EU law.” The bill has not yet […]
- DIY Potting Soil: How To Make Your Potting Medium at Home With spring upon us in the Northern Hemisphere, many of us are itching to get... The post DIY Potting Soil: How To Make Your Potting Medium at Home appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Tractor Supply Co.’s Roian Atwood on Reaching Carbon Neutrality by 2040 Roian Atwood, senior director of Sustainability at Tractor Supply Company, joins the conversation to discuss... The post Earth911 Podcast: Tractor Supply Co.’s Roian Atwood on Reaching Carbon Neutrality by 2040 appeared first on Earth911.
- ‘Flash droughts’ are Midwest’s next big climate threat New research shows that dry weather is coming on more quickly than before, with little advance warning.
- North Carolina house that collapsed into the sea is a warning for millions of Americans States and the federal government can do more to protect homebuyers, like reforming flood disclosure laws.
- Government commits £200m to new walking and cycling schemes Government funding worth £200m for new cycling and walking schemes has been announced to encourage healthier lifestyles. Active Travel England, a new executive agency led by Chris Boardman, will oversee the fund, with £161m going towards 134 projects for new footpaths, cycle lanes and pedestrian crossings. It’s hoped these schemes, taking place in 46 local […] The post Government commits £200m to new walking and cycling schemes appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Although the data is thin, advocates say robotics and AI will soon revolutionize agriculture Because most of the systems aren’t yet on the market, there’s precious little real-world data proving they work.
- Are ESG ratings really necessary? Are they leading companies and investors to actually move the needle on the planet’s most pressing problems? If not, why do they exist?
- Seven biochar companies you should know This carbon removal technology is gaining traction beyond the farm world, where it has been well known for decades.
- Manganese oxide mineral is a heat-storage champion Birnessite-like material has a volumetric energy density close to the theoretical maximum The post Manganese oxide mineral is a heat-storage champion appeared first on Physics World.
- Local angling club angry over airport pollution in river An angling club have sent reports of pollution of the River Trent to the Environment Agency for over a decade, with evidence of aircraft de-icing chemicals in the water. Derby Railway Angling Club believe the chemicals are coming from nearby East Midlands Airport (EMA) into the river in Leicestershire. The group say they are […] The post Local angling club angry over airport pollution in river appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- We need to embrace bigger, bolder solutions to achieve water for all Sponsored: Philanthropy alone will not solve the water crisis. We need bigger, bolder solutions to address a problem of this magnitude.
- Drought threatens major cities Drought threatens major cities Channel News brendan 16th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Packaging Myths: Don’t Believe Everything on Product Labels Recycling is the most basic environmental action, but it’s not as simple as you think.... The post Packaging Myths: Don’t Believe Everything on Product Labels appeared first on Earth911.
- More frequent wildfires could drive up the cost of insurance for vulnerable businesses Innovation in the form of parametric risk transfer is helping the public and private sector in the face of an evolving climate.
- Can Engine No.1 lead Wall Street to ‘beyond investment as usual’? There’s a new player on Wall Street — the beta activist — and it's shaking up portfolio risk management.
- Where Do ESG and Sustainable Finance Go from Here? Participants in this one-hour webcast will hear from insiders on the ESG and sustainable finance trends and practices that are, or soon will be, table stakes for large, publicly traded companies — and some smaller ones, too.
- We need to get serious about speeding up the switch to sustainable aviation fuel This post was originally published by Business Green. Although flying is one of the most carbon intensive activities a person can do, and despite growing focus on polluting behaviours in recent years, emissions from aviation have more than doubled since 1990. Air passenger numbers have […]
- Summertime on Neptune is cooler than expectedNew analyses reveal significant and unexpected temperature changes on the ice giant The post Summertime on Neptune is cooler than expected appeared first on Physics World.
- Using a board game to plan for a changing planetFor one Māori community, a board game sparked serious discussions about flood risk.
- Photons stay entangled despite huge jump in frequencyNew technique preserves quantum correlations between two photons even when the frequency of one is increased by 125 terahertz The post Photons stay entangled despite huge jump in frequency appeared first on Physics World.
- Bridge Collapse in Pakistan Due to Glacier Lake Outburst FloodSearing and unprecedented heat early in the year triggered a glacier lake outburst flood in Pakistan, destroying a bridge important for domestic tourism and international trade.
- Samsung Electronics Implements a New Sustainable ProcessSamsung Electronics announced that the company has implemented new environmentally sustainable processes and initiatives, including low-impact product manufacturing practices and resource acquisition. The post Samsung Electronics Implements a New Sustainable Process appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Plants grow in lunar soil for first timeIf you’ve ever dreamed of moving to the moon and planting a garden, you just might be in luck. A new study has successfully grown plants in lunar soil for the first time.
- Scientists discover how to stop banana peels from browningUnderstanding and changing how banana peels brown could help the world save tons of food that go to waste each year, according to a new study published in Physical Biology.
- Complying with SEC-Mandated Carbon Emissions ReportingThe recent SEC proposed rule that would require public companies to include certain climate-related information is being seen as a game-changer in ESG reporting. It also stands to accelerate boards of directors and the C-suite to hone their products, processes and business models to meet this new era of transparency and disclosure.
- This barn achieved LEED Platinum with its Zen designThe Zen Barn by Christopher Simmonds Architect is a home in a historic Ottawa neighborhood. It achieved LEED Platinum for homes status while maximizing on a casual, modern style. The second story is cantilevered over the first story to shade it from the sun, while a recessed courtyard allows for large windows on the south for passive solar heating. All of this work is invisible, with a light, effortless and tranquil effect to the final home.
- Climate Change Will Limit How Much Carbon Forests Take Up, New Research ShowsGovernments are increasingly looking to forests to draw down carbon pollution, but worsening droughts threaten to stunt tree growth, while larger wildfires and insect infestations risk decimating woodlands, two new studies show.Read more on E360 →
- Columbia Climate School Celebrates Its First Class DayThe inaugural class of Climate School students have finished their courses and donned their light blue caps and robes for the ceremony.
- Ovolo is the world's first hotel group to go vegetarianIn October 2020, Ovolo Hotels announced its “Year of the Veg” campaign. All the hotel restaurants went vegetarian for a whole year. It was such a success the hotel group decided to continue with the mostly plant-based (plus some lacto-ovo) menus. Now Ovolo is the first hotel chain to go all veg.
- Objects bloat in a vacuum chamber, measuring tree droop, black hole inspires doughnut giveawayExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Objects bloat in a vacuum chamber, measuring tree droop, black hole inspires doughnut giveaway appeared first on Physics World.
- Moody’s: More Net Zero Targets Could Increase Transition Risks in Emerging MarketsA Moody's report shows the potential risks of carbon transitions in emerging markets as net zero efforts expand worldwide. The post Moody’s: More Net Zero Targets Could Increase Transition Risks in Emerging Markets appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Asian woman-owned EQUO creates 100% plastic free utensilsVietnam-based sustainability company EQUO raised $1.3 million in seed funding to create sugarcane-based alternatives to single-use plastics. EQUO, founded in 2020 by Marina Tran-Vu, offers plastic-free and compostable products made of coffee, coconut and sugarcane.
- Fort Detrick Installing 6 Megawatt Energy Storage SystemFort Detrick is installing a energy storage system as part of a growing sustainability effort by the military. The post Fort Detrick Installing 6 Megawatt Energy Storage System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Central Virginia Achieves 28% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions in One YearSixteen Central Virginia-based businesses have achieved a 28% collective reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The post Central Virginia Achieves 28% Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions in One Year appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- New machine claimed to offer advances in sensor-based aluminium sortingTOMRA’s x-ray transmission (XRT) technology “combines innovative synergies in metal and diamond recovery, once again setting new standards in sensor-based aluminium sorting”, says the firm. The new X-TRACT system has enhanced capabilities and machine intelligence that are said to significantly improve the high-throughput sorting of complex mixed metal streams to produce high purity, furnace-ready aluminium […]
- £4.6 million tidal blade testing facility opens in FifeA rapid testing facility for tidal turbine blades has opened in Rosyth, Fife, described as the world’s first. Researchers say it can speed up the development of marine energy technologies while helping to reduce costs, The technology will stress-test blades made from composite materials more quickly, and using significantly less energy, than any other facility […]
- Undersea muon detectors monitor variations in water depthMeteotsunami is detected in Tokyo Bay The post Undersea muon detectors monitor variations in water depth appeared first on Physics World.
- France’s green cityFrance’s green city Channel News Yasmin 13th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Chris Dedo: Arming Employees to Spur Climate Policy and ActionA soon-to-be graduate of the Columbia Climate School, Dedo will spend the summer creating playbooks for employees to convince their companies to advocate for climate policy.
- GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular ProgramsIn 2010, GM committed to a 20% reduction in carbon intensity by 2020. It achieved that goal in 2017. And in January 2021, it said it would source 100% renewable energy to power GM facilities in the U.S. by 2030 and globally by 2035. The post GM Has Become an ‘Energy Star’ with Efficiency and Circular Programs appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Environment in 'precarious' state says watchdogEnvironment in 'precarious' state says watchdog Channel News brendan 13th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Earth Action: Dispose of PesticidesBecause we shouldn’t only act for the Earth on April 22, Earth911 is honoring the... The post Earth Action: Dispose of Pesticides appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: F4CR’s Rick Wayman on Responding to the Climate and Nuclear War Twin ThreatMitch welcomes back Rick Wayman, CEO of the Foundation for Climate Restoration (F4CR), for a... The post Earth911 Podcast: F4CR’s Rick Wayman on Responding to the Climate and Nuclear War Twin Threat appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Inspiration: Trees Are PoemsToday’s inspiration is from Lebanese-American writer, poet, and artist, Khalil Gibran, best known for his... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Trees Are Poems appeared first on Earth911.
- How debt cancellation could help poor countries prepare for climate changeA new report calls on rich countries to provide immediate relief.
- Biden calls off oil and gas leases in Alaska and Gulf of Mexico — but not for the climateDespite urgent need to halt new development, the Interior Department cites a 'lack of industry interest.'
- Ohio residents fight to get radioactive oil and gas waste off their roadsAt least 13 states allow drilling waste to be used for road de-icing, dust suppression, and maintenance.
- £120m government fund released for new nuclear projectsThe government has announced today a £120m fund for new nuclear projects to encourage new technologies into the market and boost the UK’s energy supply. It’s hoped the Future Nuclear Enabling Fund will help the government to fulfil ambitions to approve eight new nuclear reactors by 2030, as outlined in the Energy Security Strategy. Developers […] The post £120m government fund released for new nuclear projects appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Episode 316: ESG ratings, EV charging, circularity chatFeaturing conversations with Dimitry Gershenson, co-founder of Enduring Planet; James Murray, EIC of BusinessGreen; and Frank Reig, CEO of Revel.
- Study finds climate crisis accelerates tree deathThe climate crisis is accelerating tree death across the globe, as fires, extreme heat and insect damage are affecting trees, according to a study. There has been a concerted effort in recent years to plant trees since they suck in carbon dioxide, offsetting some carbon emissions. However, researchers from the University of Utah School of […] The post Study finds climate crisis accelerates tree death appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- General Mills, Schwan’s and Target want to fix the flexible packaging problemThese materials are a nuisance, but somebody’s gotta deal with them.
- UK Government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group holds first meetingEnergy Minister Greg Hands has co-chaired the first meeting of the UK Government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group this week, which has been established to support the delivery of up to 480,000 skilled green jobs by the end of the decade. The association is tasked with ensuring Britain has a well-trained workforce capable of filling public […] The post UK Government’s Green Jobs Delivery Group holds first meeting appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- This island nation will be one of the first to sell ocean-based creditsIt will be one of the world's first government-run underwater carbon offset programs.
- 3 essentials to make climate action stickA shift in focus — from CO2 “parts per million” to people — is what will make climate action stick.
- Unilever to trial 'warmer' ice cream freezers to slash CO2 and energy useConsumer goods giant estimates changing temperature of its ice cream freezers to -12 degrees Celsius could cut emissions by almost a third.
- Make a Long-Term Eco-PlanSustainability is vital for both people and the planet. However, it can be challenging to make the switch to living a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Oftentimes, the cost of making the change is prohibitive. However, by creating a long-term green plan, […] The post Make a Long-Term Eco-Plan appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- Gas South Offers a New Blend of Renewable Natural Gas to C&I CustomersGas South, one of the natural gas marketers in the Southeast, announced an agreement with Element Markets to offer a new sustainable energy product, FlexRNG, a blend of renewable natural gas. The post Gas South Offers a New Blend of Renewable Natural Gas to C&I Customers appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Can a controversial desalination plant ease California's drought?Spurred on by the western megadrought, the California Coastal Commission is expected to vote this week on a controversial $1.4 billion desalination plant near Huntington State Beach. Proponents say it could help the drinking water shortage. Skeptics claim marine life will pay the price. Poseidon Water paints a rosy picture. “The proposed seawater desalination facility will provide 50 million gallons of water per day (50 MGD) to Orange County residents while using existing infrastructure...
- Sphera LCA System Helps Address Scope 3 Emissions, Company SaysAn automated sustainability system can help report on emissions throughout a company's operations and supply chain. The post Sphera LCA System Helps Address Scope 3 Emissions, Company Says appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Greek island changes fortune with green techTilos almost lost all of its population due to power and waste problems, however, Greek policymakers decided to use the island to test green tech.
- Australian townhouses minimize water and energy useGreen Sheep Collective Architects from Melbourne, Australia answered the call from a client to create an exceptional set of townhouses. They were to be sustainable, high-quality construction with an eye for modern architectural details. We'd say they succeeded.
- Aura Bora sparkling waters give back to the planetFor those who get bored of drinking plain water or prefer to add bubbles without calories, sparkling water is a popular choice. But along with the bubbles, many sparkling waters offer bland flavors or artificial junk. Aura Bora Founders Paul and Maddie Voge set out to change all that with plant-based flavor combinations that are bold, natural and different.
- Oregon Adopts Strongest Worker Protections in U.S. Against Heat and Wildfire SmokeNew rules to protect Oregon workers from extreme heat and wildfire smoke will provide the most comprehensive climate protections for U.S. outdoor workers, including those in construction, forestry, and agriculture, advocates say. Read more on E360 →
- PRN proposals: A welcome raising of standards (comment)Joseph Doherty of Re-Gen Waste welcomes the consultation on the Packaging Recovery Note (PRN). All English exporters will have to register and get an environmental permit with the technical competence requirements under the carrier/broker/dealer proposals, but only exporters wanting to issue PERNs will need to be accredited and be subject to the revised conditions on […]
- Storage horizons: more battery systems neededUK Government must spend £20bn on energy battery storage to meet 2030 renewables targets Modelling from energy consultancy Cornwall Insight on the UK’s Power Market out to 2030 seems to show that between 2025 and 2030 the government must spend nearly a fifth (18%) of its total energy technologies investment on energy storage batteries, if […]
- These are the Projects Norfolk Southern’s $500 Million in Green Bonds FundedNorfolk Southern Corporation released a report on projects funded by the $500 million in green bonds issued by the company in 2021. The post These are the Projects Norfolk Southern’s $500 Million in Green Bonds Funded appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Smart meter network passes 20 million milestoneThe firm behind the telecommunications infrastructure underpinning the UK’s smart meters rollout, the Data Communications Company (DCC), says the 20 millionth smart meter has been connected to its national network. The apparent milestone was reached with the installation of an electricity smart meter at 11:57am on the 4th May 2022 by Utilita Energy Ltd at […]
- This is the first passive house dormitory in CanadaUBCO Skeena Residence complex has 220 bedrooms, a beautiful Commons area and sustainability features throughout. Its integrated design process is energy efficiency and fits practical living needs.
- Tea Gardens to the RescueWe switched to deploying our equipment for imaging faults and the structure beneath the surface to tea gardens to get away from power lines and buried the cables to protect them from gnawing foxes.
- Cabify to Decarbonize Spain Fleet by 2025Cabify plans to decarbonize its fleet by 2030; its new sustainable business strategy will bring together more than 70 projects in its first year of implementation. The post Cabify to Decarbonize Spain Fleet by 2025 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Novelis Building $2.5 Billion Sustainable Aluminum Recycling and Rolling PlantA new aluminum plant will have significant sustainability features with a focus on increasing the circularity of the material. The post Novelis Building $2.5 Billion Sustainable Aluminum Recycling and Rolling Plant appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Inquiry into climate crisis impact on UK defence launchedThe government has today announced an inquiry looking at how the climate crisis will affect UK defence and the Ministry of Defence’s (MoD) contributions to carbon emissions. The Defence Committee will be investigating, for the first time, what needs to be done to ensure international climate targets are met and the impacts of the climate […] The post Inquiry into climate crisis impact on UK defence launched appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Record-breaking number of companies set science-based climate targets in 2021A study by the Science-Based Targets initiative has revealed more firms than ever are taking environmental responsibility into their own hands. In 2021 records were broken for the number of companies that have introduced new climate targets based on proven facts and evidence. The annual Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) Progress Report, which will be published […] The post Record-breaking number of companies set science-based climate targets in 2021 appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Boosting the prospects of PhD students before and after graduationWe meet students and staff at two Scottish centres for doctoral training The post Boosting the prospects of PhD students before and after graduation appeared first on Physics World.
- Intern With Our Sustainability Programs This SummerThe Earth Institute is seeking an intern to work with our sustainability programs, both graduate and undergraduate.
- First-ever image of the black hole ‘shadow’ at the heart of the Milky Way revealed by the Event Horizon TelescopeFirst picture of the glowing surroundings around Sagittarius A* could offer clues to the inner workings of supermassive black holes The post First-ever image of the black hole ‘shadow’ at the heart of the Milky Way revealed by the Event Horizon Telescope appeared first on Physics World.
- Aarti Arora: Connecting Agriculture, Climate, and Social VulnerabilityA soon-to-be graduate of the Columbia Climate School, Arora will spend the summer interning at NASA.
- Solar Panel Degradation: How Long Solar Panel LastSolar panels are the new renewable energy that makes quite some impact in work. However, just installing one and forgetting about it is not the right way to make use of this excellent energy source. Did you know that there […] The post Solar Panel Degradation: How Long Solar Panel Last appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- Considerations To Help You Confidently Switch to an EVThe growing concern about the environmental impact of transportation has many people searching for a... The post Considerations To Help You Confidently Switch to an EV appeared first on Earth911.
- What overturning Roe v. Wade means for pregnant people in pollution hotspotsCommunities near polluting sites tend to be disproportionately lower income and people of color — populations that are more likely to need abortion care in the first place.
- How Congress is routing climate policy through the Army Corps of EngineersA bipartisan bill is poised to fund massive climate adaptation projects — it just doesn’t call them that.
- California regulators reject governor’s pitch for carbon neutrality by 2035A draft plan says it could be done by 2045, but only with the help of significant carbon capture projects.
- Call for global strategy to monitor effect of airborne plastic pollution on oceansAn international team of experts have called for the creation of an observation network to monitor the effect of airborne plastic pollution on oceans. Plastic particles have now been detected in all investigated areas of the environment including in water bodies, the soil and air. One global study estimates that by 2040 the level of plastic pollution […] The post Call for global strategy to monitor effect of airborne plastic pollution on oceans appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Opening up innovation and changeRoland Harwood on open innovation, how he's helped organizations from Lego to the UN to implement change, and why he believes physics is leading the way in collaboration The post Opening up innovation and change appeared first on Physics World.
- Report recommends Scottish government ban new incineratorsAn independent review recommending an immediate ban on new incinerators has been welcomed by environmental campaigners. The report, looking into the role of incineration in Scottish waste management, made 14 recommendations in total. It suggested the government no longer grant planning permission to incineration infrastructure and should work towards transitioning to a fully circular economy. […] The post Report recommends Scottish government ban new incinerators appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Focused ultrasound: a potential treatment for type 2 diabetes?Ultrasound neuromodulation prevented or reversed the onset of diabetes in three different preclinical models The post Focused ultrasound: a potential treatment for type 2 diabetes? appeared first on Physics World.
- Should the government spend big on carbon removal?State and federal lawmakers pitch spending billions to scale up the nascent industry.
- Food brands shouldn’t wait for consumers to lead on sustainabilityConsumers say they want more sustainable food choices. But do they know what they are talking about?
- Investors bet big on energy data startup ArcadiaSqueezing data out of utilities is hard. Arcadia just raised $200 million to make the process simpler.
- KZN gas plant approval challenged by civil societyIn light of the serious climate change impacts that the project will have and the absence of any assessment of these impacts, environmental justice groups groundWork (gW) and the South Durban Community Environmental Alliance (SDCEA) – represented by the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) – are challenging the amendment of an environmental authorisation for a […]
- 5 easy steps to a custom filterHelapet have published an easy five step guide to support our clients in designing their own customised inline disc filters, for unique micron filtration applications.
- Two new centrifuge test rigs, now on the road from MSE HillerMSE Hiller has launched two new test and demonstration centrifuge rigs into the UK market.
- Salesforce Stakeholder Impact ReportEach year, Salesforce publishes a comprehensive Stakeholder Impact Report so that our stakeholders can stay informed and track our progress on key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics. As long-time proponents of stakeholder capitalism, we believe that organizations should have a mechanism to integrate ESG into their business practices and to communicate their impact, positive or negative, to their stakeholders. We believe that comparable, consistent, decision-useful, and verified ESG disclosure has the potential to accelerate markets toward stakeholder capitalism. We are encouraged by the growing convergence of ESG reporting frameworks and standards and are supportive of initiatives that push closer…
- Neighborhood Nourishment: How To Form a Community GardenWhen you look at the price of food today, you might consider the value of... The post Neighborhood Nourishment: How To Form a Community Garden appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Quiz #92: How Bad Will Sea Level Rise Get by 2100?Our planet faces wracking changes caused by climate change. Even if we lower greenhouse gas... The post Earth911 Quiz #92: How Bad Will Sea Level Rise Get by 2100? appeared first on Earth911.
- Investors warn meat and dairy industry faces a 'near disaster' in net zero transitionInfluential FAIRR network of investors warns global animal agriculture industry facing escalating climate impacts and risk of capital flight.
- Massachusetts apartment retrofit offers model for multifamily energy savingsThe owners spent two years tightening building envelopes, replacing heating and cooling systems, and installing rooftop solar panels. Now, they hope to replicate the success elsewhere.
- Compassionate healthcare after covidCompassionate healthcare after covid Channel Comment brendan 12th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Organic mushroom farm sets up shop in LA CountySoon Los Angeles shoppers will be able to buy organic, locally grown mushrooms in more than 90 stores. A mushroom farming company called Smallhold is opening a 34,000-foot shroom enterprise in LA County.
- Dinosaur extinction caused unexpected changes in plants and fruitsAbout 60 million years ago, the Cretaceous–Paleogene (K–Pg) extinction occurred, wiping away almost a third of all existing animals, including dinosaurs, from planet Earth. In recent years, scientists have been toying around with the idea of genetically reengineering some of the long-lost animals.
- Upcoming Scientific Fieldwork, 2022 and BeyondThumbnail descriptions of field projects on land, at sea and in the air, on every continent and every ocean.
- Bamboo diapers are better for your wallet and the planetThe average baby will use 5,000 to 6,000 diapers before they are toliet trained. According to a report from the EPA, disposable diapers make up about 7% of nondurable household waste. Dyper, bamboo diapers, are addressing this environmental issue.
- Partnership Enhances ESG Management PlatformA partnership will boost an ESG management software offering, growing the tools available to companies seeking to make sustainability improvements. The post Partnership Enhances ESG Management Platform appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Passive and green design becomes of Annandale HouseDay Bukh Architects met the challenges of designing a green home that matches the client’s desire for a minimalist and sustainable lifestyle. Located in the inner city suburb of Annandale in Sydney on a large, wide lot, the home features a variety of green design elements.
- American Chemistry Council Calls on EPA to Reverse TSCA Policy ChangesThe American Chemistry Council (ACC) is urgently calling on the EPA to reverse “misguided” policy changes and get TSCA implementation back on track. The post American Chemistry Council Calls on EPA to Reverse TSCA Policy Changes appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Digital Management System Can Substantially Reduce Wastewater Facilities’ Energy UseA smart management system can help wastewater utilities optimize aeration and cut energy use. The post Digital Management System Can Substantially Reduce Wastewater Facilities’ Energy Use appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- New multichannel lock-in measurement systemAttending MRS Spring in Hawaii? See a demo of this unique solution at Lake Shore Cryotronics Booth 109 The post New multichannel lock-in measurement system appeared first on Physics World.
- Following Record Growth in 2021, Renewables on Track for New High in 2022The world added a record 295 gigawatts of renewable power in 2021 and is on pace to surpass that amount in 2022, according to a new analysis from the International Energy Agency.Read more on E360 →
- New survey examines sustainable travel and ecotourismSustainability is a growing concern, and many folks will put in a little more work and pay a few more dollars to support greener businesses when traveling. So says travel reservation giant Booking.com after tallying results from a large international survey.
- How Electric Vehicles Could Fix the GridLocal governments and policymakers are anxious about the U.S. grid’s ability to withstand ever-increasing demand. Consumers could hold the key to an untapped resource.
- United Rentals Turns to Electric Trucks for North American FleetUnited Rentals, the world’s largest equipment rental company, has announced a new agreement with Ford Pro to purchase all-electric vehicles for its North American rental and company fleets. The post United Rentals Turns to Electric Trucks for North American Fleet appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Volvo Construction Equipment Offers Customers Electric Machine ModelsVolvo Construction Equipment announced Tuesday that North American customers can now reserve any of the company’s three newest electric machine models. The post Volvo Construction Equipment Offers Customers Electric Machine Models appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Miami Dade County Public Schools Uses Technology to Tackle Ambitious Sustainability TargetsThis article is the first in a series highlighting the successes and achievements of EnergyCAP Eco Champions. The Eco Champions Community is the convergence of energy, sustainability, finance, and leadership teams working together towards decarbonization. The post Miami Dade County Public Schools Uses Technology to Tackle Ambitious Sustainability Targets appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- SA’s untapped potential for off-grid biogas energyAhead of the imminent launch of the South African Waste to Energy Roadmap, a new report has found that the micro-digester sector has significant opportunities to grow if it can strengthen partnerships within the sector and with stakeholders in allied sectors. This study, commissioned by the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI), has uncovered […]
- ’50-50′ chance of breaching 1.5C global warming limit within five yearsLikelihood of passing major environmental threshold has risen significantly, according to new research, raising the risk of failing on aims of the Paris climate agreement. The UK Met Office has issued a grave warning that the world could be on course to break a key climate limit of keeping global warming to within 1.5C above […] The post ’50-50′ chance of breaching 1.5C global warming limit within five years appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Between a COP and a hard placeBetween a COP and a hard place Channel News brendan 11th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Sal Brzozowski Thinks That Every Job is a Climate JobAn alum of the M.A. in Climate and Society program, Sal is a hair stylist working to promote decarbonization legislation and a climate movement that includes everyone.
- Department for Transport spends 15 times more on private EV charging than publicA FairCharge analysis of government spending on electric vehicle charge points has found a huge discrepancy between investment in on and off-street infrastructure. New figures have emerged showing that the Department for Transport (DfT) has spent significantly more on private electric vehicle charging points than those available for public use. Overall, the FairCharge assessment has […] The post Department for Transport spends 15 times more on private EV charging than public appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How To Reduce Your Exposure to MicroplasticsPlastics are all around us, in food packaging, clothing, carpeting, personal care products, appliances, cars,... The post How To Reduce Your Exposure to Microplastics appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Desert Harvest Debuts Smart, Refillable Medicine PackagingHeather Florio, CEO of Desert Harvest, a maker of aloe vera-based nutritional supplements, will introduce... The post Earth911 Podcast: Desert Harvest Debuts Smart, Refillable Medicine Packaging appeared first on Earth911.
- Government’s Energy Bill ‘needs to go further’ say criticsThe government’s Energy Security Bill, announced in the Queen’s Speech yesterday, does not go far enough say some critics. Commitments have been made to deliver plans set out in the Energy Security Strategy and the government’s ten point plan for a green industrial revolution. Carbon capture and storage technologies and low carbon hydrogen will be […] The post Government’s Energy Bill ‘needs to go further’ say critics appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- A New York power line divided environmentalists. Here’s what it says about the larger climate fight.States waited too long to decarbonize, and now they have to make tough choices.
- Wildfires are still catching us off-guard. Congress’ plan to fix that isn’t going anywhere.How the proposal to connect federal research agencies and improve wildfire research crashed and burned.
- A quiet revolution: Southwest cities learn to thrive amid droughtSan Diego, Phoenix, and Las Vegas have embraced innovative strategies for conserving and sourcing water, providing these metropolitan areas with sufficient water supplies to support their growing populations.
- The legacy of Liverpool’s forgotten synchrocyclotronThe University of Liverpool’s synchrocyclotron helped define physics in the 20th century, yet little trace of it remains. Rob Lea looks into the history of this lost machine The post The legacy of Liverpool’s forgotten synchrocyclotron appeared first on Physics World.
- Indian government to take action after exploding e-scooters kill fourElectrical fires from exploding e-scooters have killed at least four people in India since March, as the government vows to step in to ensure the vehicles’ safety. A 49-year-old man and his daughter died in March in the state of Tamil Nadu after his e-scooter, which was plugged in to charge, exploded at 1am as […] The post Indian government to take action after exploding e-scooters kill four appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How ESG ratings are builtThe process of creating comprehensive ratings for thousands of companies is mind boggling. It's also fraught with a multitude of challenges.
- Liberty Mutual’s approach to ESG investing, with Vlad BarbalatA view of ESG investing from one of the largest property and casualty insurers in the United.
- The kids are not okayThe kids are not okay Channel Comment brendan 11th May 2022 Teaser Media
- The challenges of scaling climate techExplaining how the "valley of death" hamstrings important climate tech advances as they move into commercialization of their products.
- Oil be damnedOil be damned Channel Comment brendan 11th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Scientist-moms explore why climate change messaging falls flatUsing hard data and research, these women scientists are working to increase their impact.
- What Pachama’s latest funding says about carbon offset verificationTech startup Pachama gets $55 million to scale digital verification of forest carbon projects.
- Opportunities for recycled fiber post-pandemicSponsored: People expect to see more real sustainability options from businesses. Recycled fiber is one of them
- Maven Moment: The Cracked Cup RemainsThis was one of Mom’s sayings: “The cracked cup remains.” It meant that just because... The post Maven Moment: The Cracked Cup Remains appeared first on Earth911.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion at Grist: 2021Reporting back on our commitments.
- Commercial fishing waste causes growing concernWith 820 million people globally going hungry, the scandal of fish waste is especially shocking. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) about 35% of all fish, mollusks and crustaceans taken from the world’s waters never reach a dinner plate. The images are startling. Silver carpets of dead fish floating on an expanse of sea. Piles of scaly rot onshore. What is with this horrific waste? A combination of factors are to blame. Waste starts at the point where the fish come...
- VelocityEHS Launches Platform To Assess In-Use Chemicals for Potential HarmVelocityEHS Green Chemistry deploys Praedicat’s patented technology to actively scan thousands of scientific journals in real-time to continually assess and update the risk profile of in-use chemicals based on the potential to cause harm. The post VelocityEHS Launches Platform To Assess In-Use Chemicals for Potential Harm appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Meet the 100: John Horton, CEO & President, CPower Energy ManagementThe Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, John Horton shares industry challenges (and solutions) to achieving a dependable energy future, how the ‘4Ds’ can help organizations get there, and the best advice he ever received. The post Meet the 100: John Horton, CEO & President, CPower Energy Management appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Human remains revealed by Lake Mead's dropping water levelsOn Saturday afternoon, National Park Service rangers found more human body remains at Lake Mead. This comes less than a week after other remains were discovered in a barrel at the reservoir located on the borders of Nevada and Arizona. The remains were exposed after the water levels at the reservoir dropped significantly.
- Noise Isn’t an Inconvenience; It’s a PollutantI used to think that noise was something that grumpy old men complained about. Then I became a grumpy old man. And now I realize that noise really is a pollutant. And so I was pleased to see The Effects of Noise on Health. Spoiler alert; the effects are not positive. Noise has been linked to adverse health effects ranging from cardiovascular disease to impaired cognition. … More The post Noise Isn’t an Inconvenience; It’s a Pollutant first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- Chris Bertish to relaunch Transpacific Wing ProjectChris Bertish, internationally acclaimed speaker, author, big wave surfer, Guinness SUP World Record holder and conservationist, announces plans to launch the Transpacific Wing Project again in late May early June, the world’s first solo, wing foil, transpacific crossing Channel Islands Harbor Marina. The new expedition will be slated to finish at the end of July, […]
- CANON headquarters features modular, energy-efficient designThe building for the new CANON Production Printing Netherlands headquarters focuses on energy efficient design and Canon's Kyosei philosophy: living and working together for the common good.
- 10 world landmarks would look if air pollution worsensHousefresh completed a study that looks at the visual impact of worsening air pollution on the world's top 10 landmarks. They warn us if we don't reduce air pollution, we might lose some of the most beautiful places on Earth. From St. Peter's Basilica in Rome to the Eiffel Tower, here's how the world's destinations with the most incredible views will suffer if air pollution continues to increase.
- Quantum error correction makes its zero-magnetic field debutField-free technique could be used to control quantum devices that combine superconducting- and spin-based qubits The post Quantum error correction makes its zero-magnetic field debut appeared first on Physics World.
- IBM Study: CEOs Say Sustainability is Imperative, Yet Data Questions RemainA new IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) study revealed that sustainability is rising higher on corporate agendas, and CEOs recognize sustainability as a business imperative and growth driver. The post IBM Study: CEOs Say Sustainability is Imperative, Yet Data Questions Remain appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Furniture is built for Keeps with focus on waste reductionLow-quality, mass produced furniture is piling up in the landfills. Seattle-based furniture brand Keeps has taken a stand to produce sustainably sourced, affordable and long-lasting furniture to counter the "fast-furniture’" culture. They recently released their first bedroom pieces.
- Kraft Heinz Developing Paper-Based Ketchup BottleKraft Heinz is teaming up with Pulpex to develop a paper-based, renewable, and recyclable bottle made from 100% sustainably sourced wood pulp. The post Kraft Heinz Developing Paper-Based Ketchup Bottle appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- £4m investment in new Central Scotland recycling facilityRecycling and waste management business Levenseat has announced plans to invest £4m upgrading a new Materials Recycling Facility (MRF), which it purchased for an undisclosed sum from Avondale Environmental on 10 May. West Lothian-headquartered Levenseat says it will introduce new technologies and automated processes at the Falkirk site where it plans to create up to […]
- Talia Resnick: Exploring the Roles of Companies in Combating Climate ChangeA soon-to-be graduate of the Columbia Climate School, Resnick will spend the summer working as an environmental and sustainability program coordinator at a law firm.
- Caroline Lucas slams Tories over Queen’s Speech omissionsThe Green Party MP’s comments follow Prince Charles’ Westminster address at the opening of parliament. Caroline Lucas has slammed the Conservatives over the Queen’s Speech, which was delivered to the Palace of Westminster today by Prince Charles. ‘This is a Tory Government with no purpose’, Lucas said on Twitter, nodding to Downing Street appearing to […] The post Caroline Lucas slams Tories over Queen’s Speech omissions appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Aspiring to Be the Most Sustainable TiO2 Enterprise in the WorldAt Chemours, we’re committed to making chemistry as responsible as it is essential. We like to say we’re a different kind of titanium dioxide (TiO2) producer, one that creates a brighter, more durable, and efficient world by tackling some of society’s greatest challenges. The post Aspiring to Be the Most Sustainable TiO<sub>2</sub> Enterprise in the World appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- How Pharmanovia Is Realizing Benefits by Lowering Emissions and RecyclingPharmanovia closely monitors its operations and supply chain operations — all to observe the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) steps that its participants incorporate into their daily management and processes. Internally, it has a scorecard that collects data across business segments. The post How Pharmanovia Is Realizing Benefits by Lowering Emissions and Recycling appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Corporate Sustainability: Genuine or Just for Show?As climate issues continue to escalate, sustainability has become crucial to both the environment and... The post Corporate Sustainability: Genuine or Just for Show? appeared first on Earth911.
- UK potential to be global leader in EV battery production will be lost without urgent investmentA new report by the Green Finance Institute has sent a warning to British policymakers that the country needs to secure billions to remain competitive in the rapidly growing Electric Vehicle battery sector. The UK has a very real opportunity to become a major global player in the electric vehicle (EV) battery market, but the […] The post UK potential to be global leader in EV battery production will be lost without urgent investment appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Composting at Home: A Natural Way to Revitalize the SoilWhen you think of “compost,” what comes to mind? Gardening? Food scraps? Waste? Well, what... The post Composting at Home: A Natural Way to Revitalize the Soil appeared first on Earth911.
- We Earthlings: Swap Your Showerhead to Conserve WaterOne easy way to conserve water at home is to swap your standard showerhead for... The post We Earthlings: Swap Your Showerhead to Conserve Water appeared first on Earth911.
- The secrets to passing climate legislation — even in red statesThese Republican states are passing clean energy bills in the name of freedom and economics.
- Filipino inquiry says polluters are liable for human rights violationsThe Philippines lays out a plan for addressing climate change — and holding the biggest polluters accountable.
- Government urged to put climate and nature at heart of economic policyWildlife charity WWF and insurance company Aviva have urged the government to make climate and nature goals central to economic policy and regulations. Ahead of the Queen’s Speech, the pair have published a paper mapping out the next steps the government must take to tackle the climate crisis. The report argues that the onus should […] The post Government urged to put climate and nature at heart of economic policy appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- A steampunk guide to quantum physicsPhilip Ball reviews Quantum Steampunk: the Physics of Yesterday’s Tomorrow by Nicole Yunger Halpern The post A steampunk guide to quantum physics appeared first on Physics World.
- UK’s first Hydrogen Village may be coming to Ellesmere PortA Hydrogen Village, the UK’s first, may be built in Whitby, Ellesmere Port in 2025 to demonstrate how the country could use eco-friendly energy. Up to 2,000 homes in the area could get free boiler upgrades to convert them from natural gas to low-carbon hydrogen for their heating and cooking. Gas distribution network, Cadent, will […] The post UK’s first Hydrogen Village may be coming to Ellesmere Port appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Climate target 'will be breached'Climate target 'will be breached' Channel News brendan 10th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Implantable device delivers personalized photodynamic therapyA wireless optoelectronic device uses Monte Carlo simulations to deliver bespoke irradiation and maximize the efficacy of photodynamic therapy The post Implantable device delivers personalized photodynamic therapy appeared first on Physics World.
- Revel aims to charge up NYC’s EV infrastructureAmerica’s largest city is woefully behind in EV adoption. Can a Staten Islander with a small battalion of electric mopeds and rideshare vehicles help pave the way to electrification?
- Former BlackRock exec and FT editor-at-large on ESG market 'referees'Tariq Fancy, former BlackRock chief investment officer for sustainable investing, and Financial Times editor-at-large Gilian Tett share their takes on the tension between the tenets of neoliberalism and the potential for ESG investing.
- Salt Scourge: The Dual Threat of Warming and Rising SalinityAs rising seas increase saltwater intrusion and soaring temperatures cause greater evaporation, scientists say that the mounting levels of salt in waters and in soils pose a major climate-related danger and could become a leading cause of climate migration globally. Read more on E360 →
- The growing role of sustainability in small business marketingSponsored: The benefits of creating sustainable businesses are undeniable. There are many choices that a small business can make to become more environmentally friendly.
- Insurance giant Allianz sets oil and gas exit strategyThe policy also sunsets insurance on Arctic and Antarctic exploration, coalbed methane, extra-heavy oil and tar sand projects.
- Every company needs to assess its nature-related risksNature loss and climate change are two sides of the same coin, and companies must begin to disclose material nature-related risks and opportunities.
- Rubbish companiesRubbish companies Channel News brendan 10th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Dealing With Rain and RatsAs we continued our geophysical measurements, we had to deal with heavy rains, flooding fields, and rats and foxes biting our cables. Many cables were broken soon after sunset, ruining the measurements.
- Enel X Announces Alltown Fresh to Help in Case of Power OutagesEnel X and Global Partners LP have announced that Alltown Fresh in Ayer, Massachusetts, will now be more resilient in the event of a local power outage, due to an innovative microgrid. The post Enel X Announces Alltown Fresh to Help in Case of Power Outages appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- The plan to ensure Indigenous peoples have a voice at the UNAt the close of the Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, leaders call for 'enhanced participation' at the international level.
- Senior home builds a social and eco-friendly communityLocated in West Los Angeles, the Howard and Irene Levine Senior Community is a mid-rise housing development for low-income seniors and homeless senior veterans. The apartments were designed by KFA Architecture for Mercy Housing of California.
- They deliver meals, groceries and inspiration right to youHungryroot is an online grocery store, food service and meal planning assistant. They focus on healthy, quick and convenient meal options to make planning, shopping and cooking faster and easier.
- Seattle apartment is an imaginative response to urban growthSeattle is expected to grow by another 70,000 residents in the next 20 years. A collaboration between The Miller Hull Partnership and Runberg Architecture Group resulted in a whimsical new style of apartment building. With cantilevered longitudinally placed balconies and a generous public green space in front, 8th and Republican is a different kind of urban residence aiming at a more pleasant and sustainable future.
- Europe's Largest Floating Solar Farm to Go Online in PortugalEurope's largest floating solar farm, an array the size of four soccer fields, is set to begin operating in Portugal's Alqueva reservoir in July.Read more on E360 →
- Reimagine project revamps outdoor spaces in BaltimoreThe City of Baltimore, South Baltimore Gateway Partnership, Parks and People Foundation and James Corner Field Operations unveiled an urban renewal project. It will renovate more than 11 miles of shoreline along the Patapsco River in South Baltimore.
- Simple superconducting circuit emits multiple photonsChip-based device could useful as a quantum technology The post Simple superconducting circuit emits multiple photons appeared first on Physics World.
- Olga Frolova: From Honeybee Hobbyist to Pollinator PromoterBefore graduating from the Columbia Climate School, Frolova will intern at the Bee Conservancy to raise awareness about the importance of protecting these industrious insects.
- LEED hotel reimagines LA West Hollywood Sunset Boulevard8850 Sunset Blvd. on West Hollywood's Sunset Strip was the site of popular music venue The Viper Room. Now, it has been reimagined as a mixed-use, sustainable five-star hotel that retains the music venue. However, it will add restaurants, meeting space and wellness-oriented apartments. It is planned to open in 2025.
- Western Cape reducing organic waste to landfillAt the end of 2022, the Organic Waste Landfill Ban in the Western Cape will kick in requiring a 50% reduction in organic waste going to landfill. The Organics Recycling Association of South Africa is actively marketing the new requirements with regards to the management of organic waste to ensure valuable organic waste is saved […]
- Goodyear Creates City Bus Tires Made with Soybean OilGoodyear is replacing a portion of the petroleum-based materials used in production of some of its most popular Metro Miler city transit tires with a bio-based soybean oil compound. The post Goodyear Creates City Bus Tires Made with Soybean Oil appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Lightning eMotors to Provide Self-Driving Electric Fleet Vehicles for Dedicated RoutesLightning eMotors, provider of zero-emission medium-duty commercial vehicles and electric vehicle technology for fleets, and Perrone Robotics have partnered to offer Class 3 - 7 commercial fleet customers self-driving, electric fleet vehicles that can be deployed for a wide range of dedicated uses. The post Lightning eMotors to Provide Self-Driving Electric Fleet Vehicles for Dedicated Routes appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Sponsored Content: Ten years of innovation and leadershipAQ Mesh has been commercially available since 2012 and the firm says it the most proven and relied-upon small sensor system on the market.
- Sponsored Content: Firms partner to tackle trommel finesWaste management firm Ace Liftaway has announced plans to introduce a new 90tph trommel fines recycling plant to its waste recycling and processing facility in Hampshire.
- Sponsored Content: Non-contact radar to support the end userAdapting to climate change is now a challenge for every industry, regardless of location. It is also having a substantial impact on the flood risk management practices of local and national governments.
- Sponsored Content: Reciprocating action solves heat exchange challengesScraped surface heat exchangers (SSHEs) have been used for difficult heat transfer applications involving viscous fluids or where fouling is an issue, such as sludge evaporation.
- Ben & Jerry’s to Use Seaweed Cattle Feed in Effort to Curb EmissionsBen & Jerry's, Straus Family Creamery, and Clover Sonoma have signed deals to begin using a natural seaweed supplement for their cows as they move to dramatically cut the greenhouse gas footprint of their farm operations. The post Ben & Jerry’s to Use Seaweed Cattle Feed in Effort to Curb Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Sponsored Content: Innovative odour abatement for even challenging budgetsA specialist in high-performance, low-cost odour and solvent emission abatement, Anua Clean Air UK offers products drawing primarily on its proprietary (and patented) biofiltration and bioscrubbing technologies. The company has the exclusive world-wide branding and patent rights to Monashell, Monasfil and CrumRubber technologies.
- Sponsored Content: Advances in optical gas imaging make leak detectionSafety must be a core value of any operation dealing with potentially hazardous gases.
- Sponsored Content: Low energy mixers make the long haulFifteen years since a major UK water utility chose Landia as its framework supplier for anoxic mixers, over 200 of the units continue to work day and night across the region.
- Saving Mifflin House Through Partnership and PerseveranceWhile some of our conservation efforts protect vast forests and endangered species, others preserve history and stories of culturally significant places. Together with our partners Preservation Pennsylvania and the Susquehanna National Heritage Area, The Conservation Fund is working on a project that combines preservation of the past with development of the future to honor the history of the Mifflin House—an important station on the Underground Railroad in central Pennsylvania.
- Bugs, good and badA new study seems to show that chlorinated water supplies don't disturb healthy gut microbiomes in young children, addressing concerns that such effects could lead to longer-term susceptibility to chronic disease.
- Plant extractsIn many cuisines, okra serves as a master thickener of stews and soups. The goo from that fruit and other plants, such as aloe, cactus and psylium, can also clean water and wastewater of some types of solid pollutants, as well as some that are dissolved. Now, researchers say they have demonstrated that combinations of these food-grade plant extracts can remove microplastics from wastewater.
- Environmental Justice Delayed Has Been Justice DeniedEnvironmental justice delayed has long been justice denied, but it is never too late to do better.
- Water innovation ‘fantasy league’An event with a strong track record for selecting technologies that go on to succeed in the water arena, BlueTech Forum (Vancouver, 7-8 June) has selected its first tranche of "innovation showcase" companies.
- Mica in MakeupWhether you want to glitter like a disco drag queen or just want a subtle... The post Mica in Makeup appeared first on Earth911.
- Eat fungus, save forestsEat fungus, save forests Channel News brendan 9th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Earth911 Podcast: Cityzenith’s Michael Jansen Uses Digital Twins to Reinvent Urban PlanningDesigning the future of civilization is no small task. Our guest Michael Jansen, founder and... The post Earth911 Podcast: Cityzenith’s Michael Jansen Uses Digital Twins to Reinvent Urban Planning appeared first on Earth911.
- Heat pumps do work in the cold — Americans just don’t know it yetThese heating/cooling systems have been called the "most overlooked climate solution." Now they can work in temperatures far below freezing.
- Environmental justice law in New York could prevent new pollution in hard-hit neighborhoodsThe state joins New Jersey in passing toughest legislation in country.
- Pilot scheme announced to ensure housing meets Future Homes StandardBuilding science centre, the Building Research Establishment (BRE), has today announced a pilot scheme to evaluate the environmental and social impact of homes. In partnership with regional residential developer, Croudace Homes, the project will come ahead of the Future Homes Standard coming into full force. Under this, all new homes built from 2025 onwards will […] The post Pilot scheme announced to ensure housing meets Future Homes Standard appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Hydrogen to play key role in decarbonisationHydrogen is set to play a key role in the utilities sector as the world starts to actively pursue decarbonisation strategies. The path to net-zero has picked up momentum recently, since targets have been set by the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Japan, South Korea, and Canada with the aim of becoming carbon neutral by 2050. […] The post Hydrogen to play key role in decarbonisation appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Ballast tanks keep gates openECS Engineering Services has completed an overhaul of the radial gate at Pillings on the River Soar in Leicestershire, a vital asset for controlling water levels upstream. The group has replaced the ballast tanks and carried out preventative maintenance on the gate for the EA.
- Slurry spill precautionsMark Horton of the conservation charity made the appeal to all farmers "to urgently check there is sufficient capacity in their slurry stores and that all above ground slurry tank valves are properly maintained and secure.”
- Have corporate sustainability advisory panels had consequential impacts?What began several decades ago as an effort to improve corporate environmental performance has now evolved into a pre-governance role counseling corporations on impactful business.
- The secret life of ESG ratingsPart 1 of a three-part series on ratings and ratings agencies and some of the challenges they are facing.
- Decarbonisation depotIn an investment worth tens of millions of pounds, a storage facility for the temporary storage of liquid CO2 will be constructed by Future Biogas by the end of 2024 on a dedicated site at Saltend, comprising up to 32 CO2 storage tanks.
- Rust RestraintWastewater treatment presents one of the most corrosive industrial settings around. Constant exposure to moisture, harsh chemicals, and corrosive gases such as H2S poses an ongoing threat to components, equipment, and structures.
- Community focus on climate crisis could engage older peopleTalking about the climate crisis in a community context could engage older people more in conversation, research has found. A study by King’s College London discovered that discussing the crisis in relation to caring for others and working together to find solutions could strongly resonate with the older population. Conducted by MA Climate Change: History, […] The post Community focus on climate crisis could engage older people appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Comparing aeration and biofiltration for odour impactA study of two wastewater treatment plants in Cordoba, Spain evaluates the odorous impact of the technologies deployed in each.
- Studying sustainability? Use your community powerBeing a student helped me more than I realized with my sustainability ideas. In the real world I wasn’t sure how to make an impact.
- Why private companies need to catch up on sustainabilityPublic companies are leading in three interlinked areas: environmental sustainability, corporate social responsibility and people sustainability.
- A Common BaselineThe revised European Standard for Olfactometry, EN13725:2022, was published in March, the first significant update of the standard in 19 years, according to odour consultancy firm Silsoe Odours, one of the contributors.
- Pong preferences puzzle pieceWhat smells we like or dislike is primarily determined by the structure of the particular odour molecule. A collaborative study seems to show that people share odour preferences regardless of cultural background.
- Spore circumspectionA new study led by Imperial College London appears to find that drug-resistant mould is spreading from the environment and infecting susceptible people's lungs.
- A new leaf for remediation?Some plant species could help to remove toxic heavy metals and metalloids from contaminated soil, as a recent study from researchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore appears to demonstrate.
- EU project is a census of pollinatorsThe EU Pollinators Initiative has committed to developing an EU-wide pollinator monitoring scheme to ensure the provision of good quality data for assessing the status and trends with these species.
- The power of being of a student in sustainabilityIn the real world, it isn’t always clear how to make an impact. Being a student can help find a focus.
- Higher salaries, hot jobs and restless employeesWhat the recent State of the Profession Report says about the ‘Great Reshuffle’.
- Helping Create a Nationwide Recycling InfrastructureLandfills across the country are rapidly reaching capacity, and it is therefore more important than ever that we remain mindful of how we dispose of our waste. Collective action is needed on the part of industry and business leaders, cities and governments, and citizens around the world to develop an infrastructure that promotes recycling, the composting of organic materials, and ultimately, that helps to bring about the end of waste. The journey to zero waste will be defined by steady progress, not instant perfection. Businesses and governments cannot achieve zero waste overnight. Instead, they should aim for measurable, attainable goals…
- Nanomaterials in Consumer Products: Miracle or Menace?Nanomaterials sound like science fiction. New materials that can make microchips 100 times smaller while... The post Nanomaterials in Consumer Products: Miracle or Menace? appeared first on Earth911.
- How Can You Help the Environment At Home?People are waking up to the urgency of the climate crisis, and everyone who acknowledges the gravity of the situation wants to take meaningful action. In the face of such imminent harm, some people feel understandably disenchanted about whether or […] The post How Can You Help the Environment At Home? appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- An oil train is set to destroy pristine Utah mountains. Why won’t Biden stop it?Wildcat speculators, big oil companies, and state officials alike have been salivating over the Uinta Basin’s rich oil deposits for years.
- The buzz is growing louder: The state-by-state movement to save the beesMalia Libby Save the Bees, AssociateContact person by email Read more about Malia Libby Friday, May 6, 2022 Nearly one in seven Americans lives in a state that has restricted the sale or use of bee-killing neonics
- 10th annual NYCxDESIGN Festival is sure to inspireThe tenth annual NYCxDESIGN Festival will run May 10-20 this year, attracting thousands of creative folks to New York City. Expect design fairs, group exhibitions, and consulates organizing events to celebrate innovations of international designers. A city council initiative first established NYCxDESIGN in 2012. Officials decided to hold the event in May to build on the success of already well known NYC design events, such as ICFF and WantedDesign. Last year’s festival was held in November (thanks,...
- Flying Insects Have Declined by 60 Percent in the U.K., Survey FindsA new survey of flying insects in Britain found their numbers have dropped nearly 60 percent since 2004, a "terrifying" decline given the vital role that insects play in pollinating crops, consuming organic waste, and killing pests, advocates say.Read more on E360 →
- Unilever Tests Warmer Ice Cream Freezer Temps to Lower Energy, EmissionsUnilever is experimenting with raising the temperature of its ice cream freezers to lower emissions and energy use. The post Unilever Tests Warmer Ice Cream Freezer Temps to Lower Energy, Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- These micro-farms put a new spin to farm-to-tableWe all know fresh is best when it comes to food. However, most produce at the store endured weeks of travel and covered hundreds of miles before reaching the table. While farmer’s markets are a solid choice to cut the farm-to-table distance, Babylon Micro-Farm shortens the journey even more.
- California drought requires water rationingMillions of California residents risk lacking water for essential use in the near future if they do not start rationing water now. Over six million residents of Southern California are called upon to cut their water usage, failure to which they will run out of water for basic needs. This follows a once-in-a-millennium drought that has lasted longer than expected, driving the water levels in reservoirs to historic lows.
- Global Energy Concerns Could Quicken Transitions, Investments Survey FindsA survey by the World Energy Council finds worldwide concerns could increase energy transitions, shift regulation focuses. The post Global Energy Concerns Could Quicken Transitions, Investments Survey Finds appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Protections for Right whales advance in CongressFriday, May 6, 2022 Right now, North Atlantic Right whales are fighting a losing battle against fishing gear and boat strikes. Fortunately, the tide may be turning.
- Niger school uses passive design for their energy crisis"In the midst of an energy crisis, a passive design on this school in Niamey, Niger has been a great success," said a representative of Article 25. "Even when filled with up to 40 students, the classrooms stay significantly cooler than outside, with temperatures typically seven to eight degrees centigrade lower by mid-afternoon."
- Local elections: it’s all to play for in 2024Local elections are often seen as a mini referendum on the incumbent national government. This one was billed as a potentially decisive blow to Boris Johnson’s premiership. And yet, at the time of writing, it seems inconceivable that the results will trigger a leadership contest. […]
- Home in Vietnam is surrounded by a beautiful koi pondA marketing director in Vietnam wanted a peaceful retreat from the stress of work and Ho Chi Minh City. The client reached out to three architects who now work with three different studios — Nguyen Huu Duy of AmDesign Architects, Bui The Long of CTA|Creative Architects and Nguyen Duy of Time Architects — to collaborate on how to create the perfect retreat. Am House is a modern twist on traditional Vietnamese architectural styles and building techniques.
- Conference dress code, bird nest mechanics, Einstein letter soldExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Conference dress code, bird nest mechanics, Einstein letter sold appeared first on Physics World.
- Could Cape Town be underwater by 2032?Imagine Travel in 2032: A world transformed where some of the most fascinating tourism bucket list spots are newly formed desert regions in the Vaal and mysterious attractions in the forgotten undersea cities of Venice and Cape Town, which is now partly in the Atlantic Ocean near Table Mountain Island. And for the most intrepid, […]
- UK flying insects decline by 60% in under two decadesA new citizen-science survey finds the abundance of insect species in Britain has fallen by more than half in just 17 years. With restoring and repairing UK biodiversity among several major commitments made by government to tackle climate change, a new study should act as a stark warning that time is running out to save […] The post UK flying insects decline by 60% in under two decades appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Celtic Manor Resort Saves Big with These Energy Management StepsCeltic Manor Resort in Wales is a world-class 5-start destination that saved $125,000 a year in energy costs. It started with an energy audit. The post Celtic Manor Resort Saves Big with These Energy Management Steps appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Earth Action: Support Global Climate LiteracyTaking action for the Earth shouldn’t be limited to Earth Day. So Earth911 is honoring... The post Earth Action: Support Global Climate Literacy appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Smarter Sorting’s Jacqueline Claudia Aims to Optimize Retail RecyclingJacqueline Claudia, CEO of Smarter Sorting, joins the conversation to discuss the use of product... The post Earth911 Podcast: Smarter Sorting’s Jacqueline Claudia Aims to Optimize Retail Recycling appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Inspiration: Collaboration Has No HierarchyToday’s inspiration is from Amit Ray, author, philosopher, and pioneer of the compassionate artificial intelligence... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Collaboration Has No Hierarchy appeared first on Earth911.
- People vs. cargo: How a battle over Amtrak’s Gulf Coast line could shape the future of passenger railAmtrak’s plan to resume service from New Orleans ran straight into two freight companies.
- Energy Innovation Agency launched to accelerate Manchester’s net-zero ambitionsAn Energy Innovation Agency has been launched in Greater Manchester and will work to find energy solutions to help the region reach its net-zero ambitions. Combining expertise from academics, the private sector and the public sector, the team are looking to open opportunities across Greater Manchester to accelerate energy innovation. Members include representatives from the […] The post Energy Innovation Agency launched to accelerate Manchester’s net-zero ambitions appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- A new Office of Environmental Justice is announcedNew Justice Dept. office will take on polluters in hard-hit communities
- As fires scorch New Mexico, the West braces for another hellish summerIt’s only May, and the Calf Canyon fire is already the state’s second-biggest on record.
- ESTRO 2022 focuses on learning from the patientThe annual meeting of the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology (ESTRO) will enable both onsite and online delegates to share knowledge and explore the latest technical innovations The post ESTRO 2022 focuses on learning from the patient appeared first on Physics World.
- Global heating risks most cataclysmic extinction of marine life in 250 million yearsNew research warns pressures of rising heat and loss of oxygen reminiscent of ‘great dying’ that occurred about 250 million years ago.
- Study finds most intense heatwaves ever across globeA study, led by the University of Bristol, has identified the most intense heatwaves ever on earth, many of which went unnoticed at the time. Researchers have also shown how heatwaves are projected to get even worse as the climate crisis worsens. Last summer’s record-breaking heatwave reached an all-time Canadian high of 49.6 degrees in […] The post Study finds most intense heatwaves ever across globe appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Episode 315: Meet the VC firm advised by Leo DiCaprioDan Fishman and Mike Smith, general partners of Regeneration.VC, talk about what differentiates its investment thesis and how it will work with large corporations.
- Circularity requires collaboration from companies, large and smallIndividual circularity efforts are great and they can make a dent, but it’s clear at this point that no level of “going it alone” is going to get us where we need to be economy-wide.
- Fashion retailers need to know where their cotton comes from. Here's whyFashion retailers often don't know where their cotton comes from, as it is shipped and processed in bulk.
- Ørsted will try growing coral reefs at the base of offshore wind turbinesDanish energy firm is aiming to achieve a net positive impact on biodiversity across all of its new projects from 2030.
- Words of belongingWords of belonging Channel Comment Yasmin 6th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Living with hope in trying timesLiving with hope in trying times Channel Comment brendan 6th May 2022 Teaser Media
- World's fastest EV charger in Norway installed by ABBThe world's first ultrafast electric vehicle charger has been installed in Norway. The supercharger has a maximum output of 360kW and can charge an EV in less than 15 minutes.
- New Jersey Law Banning Plastic, Paper Bags Goes Into EffectNew Jersey implements one of the toughest laws on tackling plastic and paper bags in retail settings. The post New Jersey Law Banning Plastic, Paper Bags Goes Into Effect appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Environment could be under attack following change in abortion rightsA leaked draft of a Supreme Court opinion broke the news that Roe v. Wade could be overturned. If the historic 1973 abortion ruling is reversed, conservative justices may rampage across all progressive issues, those that protect the environment.
- In Sediments Below Antarctic Ice, Scientists Discover a Giant Groundwater SystemFor the first time, scientists have mapped in detail water locked in a deep basin far under the Antarctic ice. The discovery could have implications for how the continent reacts to, or even contributes to, climate change.
- 3D-printed desk accessories are made from bioplastic wasteThe new line of 3D-printed desk accessories made by Pearson Lloyd for brand Bene are even better than recycled plastic. They're made from recycled bioplastic waste and food packaging that would otherwise end up in the landfill. The bFRIENDS accessories collection is a new joint venture between Pearson Lloyd, Bene and London 3D-print startup Batch.Works, who helped create the shapes of the new desk accessories.
- Two students made compostable water filters from food wastePratt Institute graduate students Charlotte Böhning and Mary Lempres of Studio Doppelgänger created Strøm, a compostable water filters made from food waste. They're a carbon filter made without fossil fuels, using kitchen scraps. You can use Strøm filters as substitutes for Brita cartridges, or add purifying filter sticks to bottles or glasses of water. There's even a self-cleaning pitcher.
- Clothes that rely on local workers and sustainable materialsIn relation to environmental responsibility of the fashion industry, that doesn’t mean changing styles with the seasons, but rather changing the entire concept of fast fashion. As consumers become increasingly aware of the damage traditional fashion is having on the planet, they are demanding garments that make a positive impact. Enter Catherine Fisher Clothing, a brand dedicated to the craft of making clothes with an emphasis on ethical and sustainable design.
- Atlanta Office Building Project Installing Solar Plant, Sustainable UpgradesAn office building complex in Atlanta is adding renewable energy and other efficient features to become one of the most sustainable in the region. The post Atlanta Office Building Project Installing Solar Plant, Sustainable Upgrades appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Meijer Diverts a Million Pounds of Food Waste through Sustainability InitiativeMeijer’s Flashfood sustainability initiative has enabled its customers to divert more than 1 million pounds of potential food waste since 2021. The post Meijer Diverts a Million Pounds of Food Waste through Sustainability Initiative appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Energy can move from a colder region to a hotter one – but the second law of thermodynamics is safeTheoretical result shows counterintuitive "edge currents" going against the flow The post Energy can move from a colder region to a hotter one – but the second law of thermodynamics is safe appeared first on Physics World.
- Siemens Smart Infrastructure Develops Grid Software to Address the Energy TransitionSiemens Smart Infrastructure announced an open, modular suite of grid software to address the increasingly critical energy transition. The post Siemens Smart Infrastructure Develops Grid Software to Address the Energy Transition appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- 2022 World Food Prize Awarded to Columbia Climate Scientist Cynthia RosenzweigThe award recognizes her pioneering work in modeling the impact of climate change on food production worldwide.
- American Express Issues Inaugural $1 Billion ESG BondAmerican Express Company has announced the settlement of the company’s first Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Bond. The post American Express Issues Inaugural $1 Billion ESG Bond appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Ammar Belal Knows There’s No Sustainable Fashion Without Social JusticeSocially responsible fashion designer Ammar Belal is teaching Sustainability Management students to avoid the mistakes he once made.
- More About NEPA Reform; It’s Not Just About Renewable EnergyLast month, Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf wrote to the Federal Highway Administration, stating that Oakland “is suffering from a crippling housing and homelessness crisis.” Furthermore, she complained that: Addressing this crisis requires flexibility and creativity. … Federal environmental responsibilities, such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), can slow, discourage, or prevent these creative solutions. We must streamline the NEPA process as much as possible,… More The post More About NEPA Reform; It’s Not Just About Renewable Energy first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- How about life on Mars?How about life on Mars? Channel Comment Yasmin 5th May 2022 Teaser Media
- Miniature heart replica could help optimize cardiac disease treatmentsA living cardiac pump-on-a-chip could help researchers study how the heart works and investigate new treatments for heart disease The post Miniature heart replica could help optimize cardiac disease treatments appeared first on Physics World.
- Which States Are the Most Environmentally Friendly?A majority of Americans see the effects of climate change in their own communities and... The post Which States Are the Most Environmentally Friendly? appeared first on Earth911.
- Climate charity condemns government’s domestic oil and gas plansA charity supporting climate innovation, Ashden, has condemned the government’s decision to issue a new licensing round for North Sea oil and gas projects. Secretary of State for the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, Kwasi Kwarteng, recently wrote a letter backing the government’s plans as part of the new Energy Security Strategy. In […] The post Climate charity condemns government’s domestic oil and gas plans appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Tech companies are spending big to suck carbon from the atmosphere. Should the government, too?State and federal lawmakers pitch spending billions to scale up a nascent industry with an uncertain business model.
- Bristol to join EU climate-neutral city programmeBristol has been chosen to join an EU initiative, as part of an effort to create 100 climate-neutral and smart cities. The Cities Mission will help Bristol to swiftly reach net zero and become an experimentation and innovation hubs in the hopes all other cities will follow by 2050. Chosen out of 377 contenders, the […] The post Bristol to join EU climate-neutral city programme appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Chevron joins first-of-its-kind Gulf Coast carbon sequestration projectThe Texas project will be the first to bury carbon offshore in the U.S.
- Indigenous climate migrants face unique challenges — with too few resourcesAdvocates call on countries like Mexico to employ Indigenous staff at consulates.
- The benefits of making physics a more accessible disciplineClaire Malone highlights the importance of creating a better working environment for those with physical disabilities The post The benefits of making physics a more accessible discipline appeared first on Physics World.
- ‘Sustainability-linked’ bonds would show UK government is committed to net zeroInvestors would be paid out more if Westminster fails on climate targets with ‘Chile-style’ sustainability bonds. A new report by Social Market Foundation (SMF) calls on the UK government and Chancellor Rishi Sunak to take bolder steps to support the country’s rapidly growing ‘green sector’ and meet net zero and other climate commitments. Specifically, the […] The post ‘Sustainability-linked’ bonds would show UK government is committed to net zero appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Panama’s Indigenous Groups Wage High-Tech Fight for Their LandsWith help from U.S. organizations, Panama’s Indigenous people are using satellite images and other technologies to identify illegal logging and incursions by ranchers on their territory. But spotting the violations is the easy part — getting the government to act is far harder. Read more on E360 →
- Reconsidering nuclear energyIs California’s governor’s move to extend the life of a nuclear power plant a bellwether for public sentiment?
- Qblox presents Quantum Control Stacks at APS March Meeting 2022Niels Bultink outlines why Qblox's control stacks could help your quantum-computing experiments The post Qblox presents Quantum Control Stacks at APS March Meeting 2022 appeared first on Physics World.
- How blockchain could shield smallholder farmers from climate riskBlockchain-enabled insurance could take the uncertainty out of climate insurance.
- Ukraine’s stained-glass heritage shines throughOur coverage of the International Year of Glass takes an artistic turn The post Ukraine’s stained-glass heritage shines through appeared first on Physics World.
- A Guide to Baking & Cooking With 10 Healthy SweetenersAs you stare through the pastry display case like a carbo-crazed zombie, the maple donut,... The post A Guide to Baking & Cooking With 10 Healthy Sweeteners appeared first on Earth911.
- Turn off auto drive — we need humans to achieve a just energy transitionA new fellowship from RMI offers training, peer networks, leadership opportunities crucial for getting people involved in the energy transition.
- Earth911 Quiz #58: Endangered Species and BiodiversitySpecies are going extinct at an accelerated and dangerous rate. The world is facing the... The post Earth911 Quiz #58: Endangered Species and Biodiversity appeared first on Earth911.
- The Ukraine crisis threatens a sustainable food futurePlus, seven ways to improve food security while curbing climate change in the face of a looming food crisis.
- The US biofuel mandate operates on outdated assumptionsSome scientists found that biofuel use has increased rather than decreased emissions — we should focus on other climate improvements like efficiency.
- It does not have to be like thisIt does not have to be like this Channel Comment brendan 5th May 2022 Teaser Media
- 8 Carbon-Neutral Household Products for the Conscious ConsumerIf you’re like many conscious consumers, you’re probably at least a little bit concerned about the size of your carbon footprint. Every time we buy a new product, drive a car, take a flight or flip on the air conditioner, […] The post 8 Carbon-Neutral Household Products for the Conscious Consumer appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- A New Truck Flow Management System at JFK Airport Could Improve Cargo OperationsJFK International Airport makes a case for how a new, connected airport-wide Truck Flow Management System (TFMS) would improve cargo operations. The post A New Truck Flow Management System at JFK Airport Could Improve Cargo Operations appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Free solar for LA homeowners offered by GRID AlternativesWith the world struggling to cut emissions, home energy use is a key area that must be addressed. GRID Alternatives, a nonprofit organization in Los Angeles is working to help homeowners bridge the gap by providing the elusive solar power.
- Wells Fargo to Reduce GHGs in Financing Activities of Oil & Gas and Power SectorsWells Fargo today announced its interim targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions attributable to its financing activities in the Oil & Gas and Power sectors. The post Wells Fargo to Reduce GHGs in Financing Activities of Oil & Gas and Power Sectors appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Bridgestone Designs Tire for Electric BusesA tire designed to help increase the efficiency of electric buses is being introduced by Bridgestone. The post Bridgestone Designs Tire for Electric Buses appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- FERC Proposes to Reform Transmission Planning; It’s Not a Small TaskLate last month, FERC issued a notice of proposed rulemaking. Its intent is to “remedy deficiencies in the Commission’s existing regional transmission planning and cost allocation requirements.” In short, it’s time for a 21st Century grid that actually accommodates changes in how electricity is being generated. I’m not sure I can improve much on FERC’s own summary of the NOPR: the proposal would require public utility transmission providers to (1) conduct long-term regional transmission planning on a sufficiently forward-looking basis to meet transmission needs driven by changes in the resource mix and demand;… More The post FERC Proposes to Reform…
- Global sand crisis caused by urbanization, reports UNWhile everybody knows that water is a limited and much sought after resource, a new UN report announced that the world’s second most exploited resource is also in grave danger: sand. Global demand has surged to 50 billion tons annually and continues to grow. Without urgent action, the UN said we will face a “sand crisis.”
- Satellite Images Show Disappearance of Iconic Canadian GlacierThe Peyto Glacier in Canada's Banff National Park has shrunk by around 70 percent over the last half-century, a dramatic change highlighted in newly released satellite imagery from NASA.Read more on E360 →
- The US only recycled about 5% of plastic waste last yearA new report highlights recycling's failure to keep up with growing volumes of plastic trash.
- Get freshly-roasted coffee delivered to your homeRed Rooster Coffee is a small, family-run coffee company based in a town of 432 people in Floyd, Virginia. The business began as a community cafe opened by Red Rooster Coffee Cofounder Rose McCutchan along with her mother and sister. Seeing the need to upgrade the quality of their coffee offerings, Rose bought a roaster in 2010 and enlisted the help of her husband and Cofounder Haden to begin roasting coffee in-house.
- Investment Governance in Cambodia: A Window of OpportunityA new investment law in Cambodia could open the way for more inclusive, sustainable investment.
- XPO Logistics Carbon Offset Program Aims to Lower Trucking Industry EmissionsA carbon offset program aims to reduce emissions in road freight shipping. The post XPO Logistics Carbon Offset Program Aims to Lower Trucking Industry Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- AI art stands in the middle of Mexico CityIn Mexico City, MIRA's new urban concept Neuchatel Cuadrante Polanco explores art and wellbeing with a look at the possible future of the Nuevo Polanco area. It's a real estate complex owned by Ivanhoe Cambride and developed by MIRA to center on mobility, art, urbanism, design, community and efficiency. The development will house Latin America's first artificial intelligence work of art.
- Believe or not, this new vegan meat is made from airAir Protein is an entirely unique approach to making meat substitutes. It literally turns air into protein, without methane gas release and other harmful effects from agriculture. Meat substitutes offer a plethora of benefits to the environment as a food source without deforestation, factory farming or carbon emissions. Air Protein is an alternative that “eliminates compromise between taste, nutrition, and climate threat.” Related: 11 vegan meal delivery services to eat from The...
- Monaco’s triggered adaptive workflow: a catalyst for clinical innovation in ARTElekta’s treatment planning system Monaco enables the clinical team to successfully implement adaptive radiotherapy (ART) workflows on the Versa HD linac The post Monaco’s triggered adaptive workflow: a catalyst for clinical innovation in ART appeared first on Physics World.
- Cryptocurrency’s Dirty Secret: Energy ConsumptionTo be a true game changer, crypto may need to come clean and go green.
- Papa John’s Announces ESG Metric for Incentive CompensationPapa John’s International today announced its corporate incentive bonus plan now includes an ESG metric, making the company the first major US pizza delivery chain to announce that its ESG priorities will be linked with incentive compensation. The post Papa John’s Announces ESG Metric for Incentive Compensation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Slow pace of innovation continues to frustrate supply chain, says water industry surveyA new survey from British Water points to an ongoing lack of innovation uptake by water companies and their delivery partners. In 2021, the Government and water regulators in England and Wales – Ofwat and the Environment Agency – set out an ambitious programme of reforms driving water companies to give greater attention to innovation, […]
- IoT satellite-based LoRa program and white paper launchMobile satellite services provider EchoStar Mobile has launched an early adopter program for pan-European satellite-based LoRa® Internet of Things (IoT) services and a white paper about “accessing the benefits of massive IoT”. Under the program, participants in sectors such as transport and logistics, agriculture, oil and gas and utilities will test a satellite-enabled connectivity solution […]
- Scientists unveil Josephson diodeSuperconducting device exhibits one-way resistance-free current flow without a magnetic field The post Scientists unveil Josephson diode appeared first on Physics World.
- Danish firm trials turning offshore wind turbine foundations into safe havens for coralsAn attempt to support coral reefs by growing corals on offshore wind turbine foundations is underway with Danish green energy firm Ørsted. Together with Taiwanese partners, the company will test the concept in the tropical waters of Taiwan this summer. The project aims to determine the viability of the initiative and to evaluate the potential […]
- Ozone responsible for most Antarctic sea warming since 1950One of Earth’s most important cooling mechanisms may be much more susceptible to changes in upper and lower ozone levels than previously thought. New research by the University of Reading could change previous agreements on the significance of ozone as a greenhouse gas due to its overwhelming impact on one of the planet’s most vulnerable […] The post Ozone responsible for most Antarctic sea warming since 1950 appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How To Take Advantage of Solar Tax CreditsEven though the cost of a solar energy system has plummeted in the last decade,... The post How To Take Advantage of Solar Tax Credits appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Gradiant’s Prakash Govindan on Making Industrial Water Systems SustainableWater is life. It is also one of the primary elements needed for manufacturing and,... The post Earth911 Podcast: Gradiant’s Prakash Govindan on Making Industrial Water Systems Sustainable appeared first on Earth911.
- Only half of UK homes meet insulation standards set in 1970’sJust half of 21 million British homes meet insulation standards set in the 1970’s, according to a study by energy supplier EDF and property data platform Sprift. In the new research it was discovered the majority (56%) of homes in England and Wales met insulation standards set in 1976 or earlier. Less than a tenth […] The post Only half of UK homes meet insulation standards set in 1970’s appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Twice BurnedHow the U.S. military’s toxic burn pits are poisoning Americans — overseas and at home
- Indigenous Endorois fight for their land and rights at UNConservation efforts in Kenya displaced hundreds of Indigenous people. Can there be justice for stolen lands and culture?
- Coral reef ‘safe havens’ less vulnerable to rising temperatures identifiedNew research shows the impact of warming seas on fragile marine ecosystems depends on nearby coastal development and coral type. A team of Arizona State University scientists working with the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory have published findings that show coral reefs may be able to survive mass bleaching events and cope with rising […] The post Coral reef ‘safe havens’ less vulnerable to rising temperatures identified appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Record heat in India and Pakistan is a wake-up callClimate change is making heat waves more frequent and intense, experts say.
- Seeing the Earth through alien eyes: an extraterrestrial view of our planetWorking out what aliens might see if they pointed their telescopes at us could help in our quest for finding life on distant Earth-like planets, as James Romero explains The post Seeing the Earth through alien eyes: an extraterrestrial view of our planet appeared first on Physics World.
- Cutting the carbon footprint of supercomputing in scientific researchMore efficient coding and quantifying climate impacts are among the solutions The post Cutting the carbon footprint of supercomputing in scientific research appeared first on Physics World.
- Two radiotracers work better than one for cancer imagingProof-of-concept study demonstrates that dual-tracer PET/CT improves detection of malignant lesions The post Two radiotracers work better than one for cancer imaging appeared first on Physics World.
- Is supply chain the next big sustainability software play?A $50 million round for Higg is the latest example of the momentum building behind supply chain software.
- Sunlight may be the best disinfectant, but what about satellites?A new relationship between Planet, an Earth imaging company, and financial services stalwart Moody’s aims to address the growing demand for information about ESG risk.
- Green hydrogen is the final piece to solving the decarbonization puzzleSponsored: Green hydrogen should be used in tandem with an integrated renewable energy architecture that also consists of solar, wind and batteries.
- Looking beyond just greenhouse gases to build supply chain transparencyInnovative new digital tools can help you find out everything you don’t know about the things you buy.
- Maven Moment: Flowers for Your SoulFor the first time in a long time, I am growing plants from seeds. Like... The post Maven Moment: Flowers for Your Soul appeared first on Earth911.
- Inventing a low carbon futureInventing a low carbon future Channel Comment Yasmin 4th May 2022 Teaser Media
- How to write an impactful corporate climate statementHere are seven recommendations for drafting your public statement, from the experts at World Resources Institute.
- The government urgently needs to rethink its water strategyGuy Thompson is group director of environmental futures at Wessex Water. He is a former founding executive director of Natural England and former director of Green Alliance. As Ofwat finalises its proposal for setting water bills in the 2025-30 regulatory cycle, the water industry finds […]
- PFAS could be reduced by Australian plantsNew research has found that Australian native rushes Phragmites australis, Juncus kraussii, and Baumea articulata could remove up to 53% of PFAS contaminants from the environment.
- Comedian John Oliver addresses environmental racismTV personality and comedian John Oliver has delved into the emotive issue of environmental racism in the US. While delivering his weekly show The Last Week Tonight, the host took a dive into the history of America and how environmental racism shows up across communities. He cited studies that have shown how people of color, particularly blacks are exposed to higher environmental risks. He noted that 38% of black Americans are exposed to more polluted air and 75% are more likely to live in communities...
- Sometimes the Law Really Is Unambiguous — Clean Water Act EditionLast week, the First Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a person who enters into an administrative settlement with a state is immune from citizen suits seeking civil penalties, but not immune from suits for declaratory or injunctive relief. I don’t think that the decision would even have been newsworthy, if it hadn’t required that the Court overrule its 1991 decision in North and South Rivers Watershed Ass’n v.… More The post Sometimes the Law Really Is Unambiguous — Clean Water Act Edition first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- Meet the 100: Nick Martin, Senior Director of ESG, Post HoldingsThe Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, Nick Martin shares tips on forming successful industry partnerships and new trends shaping the ESG space. The post Meet the 100: Nick Martin, Senior Director of ESG, Post Holdings appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- PwC, Sphera Partnership Grows ESG Management SystemA new partnership is expected to enhance an ESG digital system provided for businesses. The post PwC, Sphera Partnership Grows ESG Management System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- In one week, cigarette waste can fill two White HousesDepending on where you live, seeing a burnt cigarette butt on the ground can invoke a range of responses. In some places, a person might feel a sense of rage, while in other areas, even a littering of butts on the ground will fail to elicit a response. Regardless of how ubiquitous discarded cigarette butts are where you reside, when the sheer number of them on the planet is calculated, the results are not only difficult to ignore, they’re shocking.
- Strategizing an Effective Renewable Energy PortfolioOrganizations of all sizes are increasing their renewable energy programs in pursuit of decarbonization and net-zero goals. But even with renewable targets in place, many organizations don’t know where to start or the best path to get there. Renewable energy and decarbonization require a holistic approach, one based on both a thorough understanding of the available tools and a balance of core business objectives with sustainability targets.
- Fabrics from Natural Materials Studio are made from algaeIn a world of waste and pollution, returning to all-natural products makes sense for the health of humans and the planet. Danish Designer Bonnie Hvillum made it the focus of her work to create such options, resulting in a collection of bio-materials made from algae, clay and foam.
- New Orleans Convention Center Completes Energy Overhaul, Saves BigThe New Orleans Convention Center added several energy efficient improvements, including lighting and cooling system upgrades, for massive savings. The post New Orleans Convention Center Completes Energy Overhaul, Saves Big appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Fieldwork in Bangladesh During the End of Ramadan and Eid FestivalWe have come to in Bangladesh in the pre-monsoon heat to better image the active faults beneath the surface using electromagnetic instruments. We are using the fallow fields from the just-harvested rice crop for our sites.
- Spanish housing project is simple but sustainableIn a changing world, the people in it have also evolved. That's why the housing solutions of the past no longer work in today's world. El Refugio, designed by Álvaro Sánchez de Miguel, is a housing project that's based on real-world lifestyle trends. Fewer and fewer people want to live surrounded by concrete and human-made objects, a situation that's common in many cities in Spain, where El Refugio is located. This home is about elegant, simple design. It's also sustainable,...
- The Earth as an exoplanet, Liverpool’s lost accelerator and primordial black holes: the May 2022 issue of Physics WorldCheck out what's in the latest issue of your favourite magazine The post The Earth as an exoplanet, Liverpool’s lost accelerator and primordial black holes: the May 2022 issue of <i>Physics World</i> appeared first on Physics World.
- Quantum complexity could solve a wormhole paradoxNew proof indicates that complexity is intrinsically linked to wormhole volume in quantum gravity The post Quantum complexity could solve a wormhole paradox appeared first on Physics World.
- How Franklin Templeton Reduced Energy Consumption 57%Franklin Templeton has released its annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report, which shows how the company has reduced its energy consumption 57% since 2007. The post How Franklin Templeton Reduced Energy Consumption 57% appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- The government should take care not to let war rhetoric derail climate actionLast September, at the UN, the prime minister called the COP26 climate conference “the turning point for humanity. We must”, he said, “limit the rise in temperatures… to 1.5 degrees. We must come together in a collective coming of age. We must show we have […]
- Are You Feeling the Heat Yet?Disadvantaged populations are hit hardest by climate change impacts. Let us practice climate justice by thinking of the unconscious injustices that we are a part of.
- Nanosurf presents DriveAFM and WaveMode at APS March Meeting 2022Ed Nelson describes the power of Nanosurf's new type of atomic-force microscope The post Nanosurf presents DriveAFM and WaveMode at APS March Meeting 2022 appeared first on Physics World.
- Dual-wavelength fibre-laser platform enables bloodless brain surgeryAn OCT-guided laser platform enables rapid blood vessel coagulation to maintain a blood-free surgical field during brain tissue resection in mice The post Dual-wavelength fibre-laser platform enables bloodless brain surgery appeared first on Physics World.
- Gundersen Health Systems Is on a Mission to Remain Energy IndependentGundersen Health Systems' goals are to reduce its energy cost, remain energy independent, and be an environmental steward in the healthcare sector. The post Gundersen Health Systems Is on a Mission to Remain Energy Independent appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Growing Instagram-Famous HouseplantsThanks to social media, it’s possible for trends to spread even during a lockdown. While... The post Growing Instagram-Famous Houseplants appeared first on Earth911.
- Who’s perspective?Who’s perspective? Channel Comment Yasmin 3rd May 2022 Teaser Media
- We Earthlings: Collect Your Used Cooking OilThere are two great reasons to collect your used cooking oil instead of washing it... The post We Earthlings: Collect Your Used Cooking Oil appeared first on Earth911.
- In Wisconsin, small towns want more regulations for big farmsThe state's agricultural lobby says local efforts to regulate CAFOs are illegal.
- Companies can soon start paying the Bahamas to store carbon in the oceanOne of the world's first government-run underwater carbon offset programs is coming to the Caribbean.
- Home energy rating scheme to be modernisedMethodology which measures the energy ratings of housing in the UK will undergo changes and be improved, announced the Building Research Establishment (BRE) today. The BRE, an organisation which works to raise standards of the built environment, will be teaming with BEIS to develop a new version of the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP). This system, […] The post Home energy rating scheme to be modernised appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Why rural communities struggle to bring in much-needed federal grantsA new analysis suggests that over half of communities in the West lack the capacity to take advantage of infrastructure bill funding. Now what?
- English and Welsh green spaces worth £25.6bn per yearCouncils warned about short-sighted parkland budget cuts as report shows huge ‘welfare value’ added by nature. Green spaces in England and Wales are worth £25.6bn each year, according to research funded by the Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs. The government department has created an outdoor recreation valuation tool, Orval, which assesses the value […] The post English and Welsh green spaces worth £25.6bn per year appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Exclusive: White paper highlights need to electrify public transportA new white paper from Kleanbus is calling for buses to be retrofitted to run on electricity, speeding up the decarbonisation of the transport sector. Transport is the largest emitting sector of greenhouse gases in the UK, producing 27% of total emissions in 2019. It is also one of the main sources of air pollution […] The post Exclusive: White paper highlights need to electrify public transport appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Far-UVC light zaps airborne pathogens in realistic conditionsTechnology could make indoor areas as safe as outdoors, say physicists The post Far-UVC light zaps airborne pathogens in realistic conditions appeared first on Physics World.
- This electric van is built with circularity in mindEV maker Arrival’s assembly approach supports reuse and upgrades, which could help keep vehicles on the road longer.
- In the Wake of Coup, Gold Mining Boom Is Ravaging MyanmarWith a military junta retaking power last year, a gold rush is increasingly despoiling rivers in the Myanmar state of Kachin, polluting water with mercury, destroying riverbanks and farmland, and disrupting the traditional way of life of the region’s ethnic groups.Read more on E360 →
- How to build climate resilience into the construction industryThe need for investment in more resilient buildings is clear, but many countries lack the data to properly assess these risks.
- Data, integration and global alignment: Salesforce’s approach to ESGSalesforce VP Sunya Norman on partnering with the finance team on disclosure, reaching net zero on residual emissions and the need for international alignment on ESG disclosure.
- Sustainable from the start: Clean power demands greater circularitySponsored: ESG profiles of renewable energy projects vary widely. It’s critical to strive for an inclusive sustainable energy future, not just net zero.
- When agencies rate companies' ESG scores, what are they actually rating?Standardizing ESG scores is tough when investors use them differently, from maximizing financial returns to reducing volatility to achieve environmental or social goals.
- Give, Lend, Share, & Receive Through the Buy Nothing ProjectWhat do you do when you have an old board game that you no longer... The post Give, Lend, Share, & Receive Through the Buy Nothing Project appeared first on Earth911.
- Yew know me so wellYew know me so well Channel Comment brendan 3rd May 2022 Teaser Media
- SimpliiGood serves first vegan salmon made from spirulinaSimpliiGood, an Israeli food and technology startup, is developing the first vegan smoked salmon from spirulina. The plant-based salmon dish will taste, smell, and feel like salmon.
- Smith College to Break Ground on a Geothermal Campus Energy ProjectSmith College will break ground in May on a geothermal campus energy project that will lower the college's carbon emissions by 90%. The post Smith College to Break Ground on a Geothermal Campus Energy Project appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Air Wick offers free wildflower seeds to gardenersAir Wick is partnering with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) to reseed one billion square feet of native wildflowers in the Northern Great Plains. To achieve this, the two organizations are calling on locals to help.
- Summer 2022 Internship Opportunities at the Earth InstituteA variety of positions are available. Applications are due by May 9 at 11:30pm ET.
- Grant Helps World Energy Expand Biodiesel Production, Transport OptionsWorld Energy will use a California grant to expand its production of sustainable fuels in the state. The post Grant Helps World Energy Expand Biodiesel Production, Transport Options appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- First climate-positive, net-zero city in the worldNexgen sustainable city is a masterplan from URB for a city in Egypt. It will become the world’s first net-zero city producing more energy and food than it consumes. The new city is designed to provide food, energy and water for its own residents and become an eco-tourism destination.
- California Art House switches up the norms of entertainingThe Art House, designed by Buttrick Projects Architecture+Design, updated a classic 1920s California home into something thoroughly modern. Located in Palo Alto, California, the home adds three additional small structures on two adjacent parcels of land. It also keeps the original home where the owners raised four children. The new buildings hold an art collection, playroom and workspace to create a private courtyard.
- Germany Looks to Rapidly Build LNG Import Terminals to Shift Away from Russian GasWith the war in Ukraine raging on, German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck is calling for a rapid buildout of liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals to help the country source more gas from overseas suppliers and wean off Russian imports, which currently account for around a third of Germany's natural gas.Read more on E360 →
- Can 3D-printing technology save threatened desert tortoises?Tim Shields has always been a reptile freak. And his favorite reptile is the tortoise. As a biologist, Shields spent 35 years tracking populations of desert tortoises in the Mojave Desert.
- School Districts Improve Efficiency, Reduce Costs with Energy Management PlatformSeveral community organizations are using a platform to help manage their energy use and optimize equipment. The post School Districts Improve Efficiency, Reduce Costs with Energy Management Platform appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Realizing the STEP fusion dream will require cryogenic innovation at scale and at paceThe cryogenics industry has a fundamental role to play in crafting the conceptual design for the UK’s Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production facility The post Realizing the STEP fusion dream will require cryogenic innovation at scale and at pace appeared first on Physics World.
- Bordeaux Winegrowers Have Reduced Carbon Emissions by 24% Since 2012Bordeaux winegrowers and wine merchants have collectively reduced carbon emissions by 24% since 2012, a significant benchmark in the region’s efforts to combat Climate Change. The post Bordeaux Winegrowers Have Reduced Carbon Emissions by 24% Since 2012 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Construction on Idaho’s Largest Solar Project Now UnderwayDuke Energy Sustainable Solutions recently announced the start of construction of the 120-megawatt (MW) Jackpot Solar project in Twin Falls County, Idaho. The post Construction on Idaho’s Largest Solar Project Now Underway appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- New York City’s Recovery Will Be Built on Our Resiliency and IngenuityThis diverse, intense city has the brainpower to engineer a comeback. We did it before and we will do it again.
- These Beneficial Insects Can Help Your Garden ThriveGarden pests are a fact of life for gardeners. There’s no escaping it — lots... The post These Beneficial Insects Can Help Your Garden Thrive appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Brian Ringer Introduces GetGreen Sustainable Living CoachingBrian Ringer is the founder and CEO of Seattle-based Emerald Technology Group, which recently launched... The post Earth911 Podcast: Brian Ringer Introduces GetGreen Sustainable Living Coaching appeared first on Earth911.
- Tips for Snipping Spring Flowers Without Harming Your PlantsEarth911 spoke with gardening expert Melinda Myers to find out how to cut fresh, long-lasting flowers from your garden without harming your plants. Read on for her top tips. The post Tips for Snipping Spring Flowers Without Harming Your Plants appeared first on Earth911.
- Ending the sale of gas cars by 2030 was a radical idea. What changed?7 factors driving the switch to electric vehicles.
- Indigenous Taíno of Puerto Rico take their fight for visibility and rights to the UNWithout US representation, the Taíno advocate for environmental justice and cultural preservation internationally.
- China’s premier particle collider set for major upgradeScientists in China have begun a transformation of the Beijing Electron Positron Collider that could pave the way for a future Higgs factory The post China’s premier particle collider set for major upgrade appeared first on Physics World.
- The temperature is rising on heat as an ESG issueDespite the growing attention associated with extreme heat, most indications are that companies and economies haven’t yet warmed up to the risks.
- New enzyme could eliminate billions of tonnes of plastic wasteEngineers and scientists at The University of Texas in Austin have developed an enzyme variant which can break down plastics within a few hours or days time. It’s believed the enzyme could supercharge recycling on a large scale and would allow major industries to reduce their environmental impact by reusing plastics. Plastic waste typically takes […] The post New enzyme could eliminate billions of tonnes of plastic waste appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Companies must find their Stewards of the Future to survive and thriveIf we as leaders, directors, investors and simply human beings don’t see ourselves as stewards of the future, we are letting down our employees, our customers and our suppliers.
- State lands open for carbon crediting, but how good are those credits?The carbon market has found a new source of credits; public lands. What does this mean for the carbon credit ecosystem?
- The sustainability job market is booming. What does that mean for hiring?Just saying you want a job in sustainability isn't enough anymore. Students with the right degrees are still struggling to find jobs in the sector.
- Definitive Guide to ESGThis Definitive Guide to Getting Started with an ESG Program is a comprehensive resource full of tips, advice and examples to help companies implement and manage ESG as a part of a complete risk and compliance strategy. By proactively addressing impacts of ESG, like climate change, companies can better predict future innovation to avoid supply chain disruption by advancing ways in which materials are sourced and ensuring the global economy drives value creation with ESG elements in mind. For anyone responsible for: ESG program management or creation What you'll learn: What ESG is and why it's growing in importance ESG regulatory…
- Burger King UK becomes first fast food company to trial reusable packagingIn the loop: The restaurant chain becomes latest major brand to announce partnership with re-usable packaging service provider Loop.
- Corporate GHG emissions need to move beyond 'best-guess' territoryBusinesses and industries need a clearer picture of their emissions footprint to achieve their climate and emissions goals.
- The tactics of culture jammingThe tactics of culture jamming Channel Comment brendan 2nd May 2022 Teaser Media
- Making heating and cooling energy efficientA Day of the year has been allocated to the power of the sun thanks to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP). International Day of the Sun on 03 May is meant to recognise and promote the expansion of this abundant renewable energy resource. International Day of the Sun also coincides with a major research collaboration […]
- She’s supposed to protect Americans from toxic chemicals. First, she just has to fix Trump’s mess and decades of neglect.Biden promised to prioritize people over polluters. His pick to deliver that, Michal Freedhoff, is facing a bare-bones budget, demoralized staff, and increasingly angry advocates.
- Quantum memristor paves the way for neuromorphic quantum computingNew device could be used to fabricate architectures that mimic how the brain works The post Quantum memristor paves the way for neuromorphic quantum computing appeared first on Physics World.
- We must protect the last unprotected areas of the Greater Chaco regionEllen Montgomery Director, Public Lands CampaignContact person by email Read more about Ellen Montgomery Friday, April 29, 2022 Public comment delivered by Ellen Montgomery to the Bureau of Land Management
- California opens investigation into ‘decades-long plastics deception campaign’The state's attorney general argues fossil fuel companies have long known recycling is a "myth."
- Indigenous women call for financial institutions to stop investing in extractionEngagement isn't an option; we must divest from these industries, they say.
- The Clorox Company Signs 47-Megawatt Virtual Power Purchase AgreementThe Clorox Company signed a 12-year, 47-megawatt virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with Enel Green Power North America. The post The Clorox Company Signs 47-Megawatt Virtual Power Purchase Agreement appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Would engineering new species help fight climate change?Jennifer Doudna, one of the scientists behind CRISPR gene editing, says the technology could be used to tackle climate change among other major issues facing humanity. At the moment, the technology is widely being tried by researchers in clinical studies.
- LyondellBasell Will Close Houston Refinery to Advance Decarbonization GoalsLyondellBasell has announced its decision to cease operation of its Houston Refinery no later than December 31, 2023, to further its decarbonization goals. The post LyondellBasell Will Close Houston Refinery to Advance Decarbonization Goals appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Green Data Center Market to Reach $145 Billion, Report FindsA new report shows the green data center market will grow significantly over the coming years. The post Green Data Center Market to Reach $145 Billion, Report Finds appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Oldest largest historical site in the US is in PennsylvaniaAmerica’s oldest known archaeological site is only 27 miles southwest of Pittsburgh. This conveniently located attraction is known as Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Historic Village.
- PANGEA recycled jackets upcycles trash plasticPANGEA is a company on a mission. They want to not only clean up the environment, but use trash cleaned up to create recycled products. They have now achieved one important goal: using 100% recycled and reclaimed trash plastic to create their Eco-Jackets.
- Winds of changeJohanna Neumann Senior Director, Campaign for 100% Renewable Energy(413) 256-6434Contact person by email Read more about Johanna Neumann Friday, April 29, 2022 How American wind energy surpassed coal and nuclear for the first time in history Clean Energy
- This is how one company is helping regenerative farmersRegenerative farming may well be the answer to many environmental and food supply issues. CIBO, a science-based technology company, developed a system to support growers making the transition to regenerative agriculture. Called CIBO Grower, the technology connects farmers with incentive programs they may qualify for.
- Mechanical jumper sets height record, Stern and Gerlach speak from the pastExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Mechanical jumper sets height record, Stern and Gerlach speak from the past appeared first on Physics World.
- Biofuel Engine Technology Could Speed Heavy Truck Sustainability TransitionAn engine technology that lets heavy-duty trucks use biofuels instead of diesel could make transport more efficient. The post Biofuel Engine Technology Could Speed Heavy Truck Sustainability Transition appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Living Grid House balances nature with functionalityFeaturing both function and visual interest, the Living Grid House stands out as an example of green design. L Architects, under the guidance of primary Architect Lim Shing Hui and Architectural Assistant Tse Lee Shing, developed the structure with a focus on the connection between natural space and living space.
- World Lost an Area of Forest the Size of Wyoming Last Year, Report FindsGlobally, an area of forest the size of Wyoming succumbed to fires, logging, or other destructive forces last year, according to new report from Global Forest Watch, a project backed by the World Resources Institute. Read more on E360 →
- Getting to grips with the Climate Change BillA bill is a draft version of a law. The Climate Change Bill was tabled in Parliament in February 2022. The Bill will now go through various public participation and law-making processes in order to become South Africa’s Climate Change Act. This important law will have an enormous influence on South Africa’s climate change response. […]
- KEU is a mobile home packed with green technologyHave you ever thought about a tiny home? How about a modern style mobile home you can place on any property? There's now a modern style sustainable option called KEU that is packed with the latest in green tech to minimize environmental impact.
- Apple just launched its first self-repair program. Other tech companies are about to follow.Under pressure from shareholders, Big Tech is finally making device repair easier.
- A window to the brain: ultrasound can open the BBB through a polymer platePreclinical study shows that polyolefin plates could act as cranial windows to enable repeated blood–brain barrier openings in clinical settings The post A window to the brain: ultrasound can open the BBB through a polymer plate appeared first on Physics World.
- How Health Care Centers Save with These Energy Efficiency ProjectsAfter the audit, the Orange Health Care Center got a $12,825 incentive from the Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund. The center says that it can expect an annual energy savings of 71,414 kWh. The post How Health Care Centers Save with These Energy Efficiency Projects appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Earth Action: Support Green Economic LegislationBecause we shouldn’t only act for the Earth on April 22, Earth911 is honoring Earth... The post Earth Action: Support Green Economic Legislation appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Stephen Crolius on Russian Aggression and Accelerating Renewable EnergyCarbon Neutral Consulting’s Stephen Crolius returns to Sustainability in Your Ear to discuss the impact... The post Earth911 Podcast: Stephen Crolius on Russian Aggression and Accelerating Renewable Energy appeared first on Earth911.
- Despite COP26 pledges, the world is losing way too many treesA new report says the world's pristine forests were destroyed at a relentless rate in 2021.
- New stunning images show the James Webb Space Telescope’s fully aligned opticsNASA and partners will now spend two months commissioning the observatory's science instruments The post New stunning images show the James Webb Space Telescope’s fully aligned optics appeared first on Physics World.
- Biofuels are getting a second look — and some tough questionsBioethanol has been touted as a green way to cut reliance on Russian oil. But new modeling suggests it isn't the climate solution we'd hoped for.
- 1 in 5 UK businesses are prioritising cutting emissionsOne in five (20%) businesses in the UK are prioritising reducing carbon emissions, says the Net Zero Barometer Report from the British Standards Institution (BSI). However, almost half of senior decision makers are prioritising growth for their organisation and only 21% of those polled were aware of what net zero targets mean for their business. […] The post 1 in 5 UK businesses are prioritising cutting emissions appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Activists sabotage petrol pumpsActivists sabotage petrol pumps Channel News brendan 29th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Global oil demand projected to peak this decadeOil demand is projected to peak in the next three to five years according to a report from global consultancy McKinsey & Company. The peak, which could happen as soon as 2025, is primarily driven by the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) that’s grown by over 6 million globally since 2015. Coal, on the other […] The post Global oil demand projected to peak this decade appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Episode 314: Mainstreaming resale, inside the carbon removal XPrizeThis week's guests: Nellie Cohen, formerly of Patagonia's Worn Wear used apparel program, and Marcius Extavour, chief scientist of XPrize.
- Resale is not changing our relationship with stuff — here's whyCompanies are still producing too much new stuff.
- Got e-waste in your closet? Best Buy has a service for thatThe retailer is meeting old electronics where they’re at — in your home.
- Moving beyond the triple bottom line, for equity's sakeBy including profit as part of the definition of sustainability, perhaps we are overlooking the fact that profit inherently oppresses, excludes, and marginalizes people and communities.
- Negative capacitance could make transistors more energy efficientNew MOSFET gate works at reduced voltage The post Negative capacitance could make transistors more energy efficient appeared first on Physics World.
- Putting people back in the frame to win the hearts and minds of decision-makersWe must show how the circular economy impacts communities and jobs to reach climate targets.
- Infographic: Reasons Why Trees Are AwesomeWe have so many reasons to be grateful for trees. Trees provide shade for our... The post Infographic: Reasons Why Trees Are Awesome appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Inspiration: Nature Is Not a Place To Visit. It Is Home.This week’s quote is from poet Gary Snyder: “Nature is not a place to visit.... The post Earth911 Inspiration: Nature Is Not a Place To Visit. It Is Home. appeared first on Earth911.
- A law unto themselvesA law unto themselves Channel Comment brendan 29th April 2022 Teaser Media
- How to mine BTC with Wind Energy?Wind Energy Crypto Mining It is common knowledge that cryptocurrencies can have devastating effects on the environment. This is due to the proof-of-work consensus mechanism used by most cryptocurrencies. The green movement refers to the switch from nonrenewable resources to […] The post How to mine BTC with Wind Energy? appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- Following 14,000-gallon fuel spill, Pacific representatives call for UN investigationIndigenous youth caucus calls for demilitarization of Hawaii and the Pacific.
- California Officials Support Community Renewable Energy LawA California law would expand community renewable energy to help add reliability to the grid. The post California Officials Support Community Renewable Energy Law appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Nuclear energy is not affordable or safeIt has been five years since the High court ruling (on 26 April 2017) that exposed the severity of state corruption and halted government’s “illegal and unconstitutional” R1-trillion nuclear energy deal with Russia. This collective action, which gave Freedom Month a whole new meaning to all those involved, was a national effort by many civil […]
- The Owl Solutions Develops System to Track Packaging Waste throughout Supply ChainsA platform to track plastic packaging waste from a company's supply chain will be available early next year. The post The Owl Solutions Develops System to Track Packaging Waste throughout Supply Chains appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Twitter is fighting against climate change misinformationTwitter announced through a World Earth Day post on their blog that it will no longer allow advertisements that go against the scientific consensus on climate change. Advertisers that use scientific language on the platform must conform with the current agreed-upon language by scientific bodies. In the process, all climate change deniers will no longer be able to advertise on the platform.
- Airport expansion aims to become the greenest in the U.S.The new expansion of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is a showcase of sustainable design. It is also a celebration of the natural landscape itself. It's an airport design for a greener future.
- Classic Oregon resort is a new sustainable facilityLakeside at Black Butte Ranch received a sustainable renovation. It revitalized an iconic resort community near Sisters, Oregon, which sits at the gateway to Oregon's high desert. The Ranch, originally planned in the early 1970s, is a vacation destination or year-round home for many people.
- Digital Water Solutions Demand Expected to Grow by 23.5% AnnuallyDigital water solutions are likely to grow from $27.10 billion in 2021 to $63.02 billion in 2025 at a CAGR of 23.5%. The post Digital Water Solutions Demand Expected to Grow by 23.5% Annually appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- H.C. Andersen Museum is a real life fairytaleYou'll find it between a residential area of pretty, traditional wooden homes and the bustling urban environment of Odense. H.C. Andersen Museum, garden and cultural center honors the natural world and the museum's namesake.
- Radiation detectors could help find ancient buildings and dinosaur bonesIn this podcast we also discover how an astronomy technique is improving biomedical imaging The post Radiation detectors could help find ancient buildings and dinosaur bones appeared first on Physics World.
- EY Joins Alliance to Unlock Funding to End Plastic WasteEY has joined the Alliance to End Plastic Waste in order to help the Alliance develop more effective environmental, social and governance (ESG) measurement criteria. The post EY Joins Alliance to Unlock Funding to End Plastic Waste appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Super-resolution microscopy reveals coronavirus-replicating machineryTechnique could provide fresh insights into the life cycle of viruses like SARS-Cov-2 The post Super-resolution microscopy reveals coronavirus-replicating machinery appeared first on Physics World.
- Why now is the time to tackle biogas leakageFollowing a 10-year analysis of the scale of methane leakage at almost 1,000 AD plants across the UK and Europe, Tim Elsome, General Manager of biogas specialists FM BioEnergy, outlines why now is the ideal time to tackle unidentified biogas leaks – and how to protect your plant, profits and the planet.
- NPO takes fight against Karpowerships to courtOn Monday (25 April), The Green Connection launched an application in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria seeking to review and set aside the National Energy Regulator of South Africa’s (Nersa) decision to grant three electricity generation licenses to the Karpowership SA companies to operate powerships in the ports of Saldanha, Ngqura (Coega) and Richards […]
- Membrane filtration and ion exchange plants piloted in Abu DhabiNYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) is a leading research university having an international presence with a comprehensive science academy at its core. It supports innovative research and graduate education programs that explore the frontiers of knowledge in powerful and interdisciplinary ways vital to global challenges.
- How to Find a Job in SustainabilitySustainability careers are becoming more mainstream, but this transformation comes with no standard playbook.
- India’s Largest Power Utility Signs MOU for Gravity-Based Energy Storage TechnologyEnergy Vault Holdings, an energy storage solutions company, has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NTPC Limited, the largest power generating utility in India. The post India’s Largest Power Utility Signs MOU for Gravity-Based Energy Storage Technology appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Physics is something that girls fancyJess Wade says that recent high-profile comments that girls don’t like physics perpetuate false gender stereotypes and limit young people’s aspirations The post Physics <em>is</em> something that girls fancy appeared first on Physics World.
- What I learned from pruning Milwaukee’s orphaned fruit treesPeople are planting more trees. But they're not always prepared to take care of them.
- Slow government processes holding up roll out of green technologiesSeveral consultations on negative emission technologies (NETs) are slowing down the deployment of government measures which could suck 5m tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere by 2030. Despite the government’s ambition to launch the technologies, the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has heard that government clarity is required to roll out NETs. Energy Minister Rt Hon […] The post Slow government processes holding up roll out of green technologies appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Study: Climate change is creating disease hotspots“The coming decades will not only be hotter, but sicker.”
- Most parents believe universities aren’t effectively tackling climate crisisOnly four in ten parents (44%) of 16-18 year old’s believe the UK is teaching students about the climate crisis, according to research from organisation Universities UK. Despite nearly every UK university having sustainability strategies published, the study also found less than half of parents (49%) recognise universities are researching climate solutions. Only a quarter […] The post Most parents believe universities aren’t effectively tackling climate crisis appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- For Gen Z, Climate Change Is a Heavy Emotional BurdenBritt Wray is a leading researcher on the mental health impact of climate change. In an e360 interview, she talks about the rise of climate anxiety in young people, how social media exacerbates this trend, and why distress about the climate crisis can spur positive change.Read more on E360 →
- Quantum Machines presents Quantum Orchestration Platform at APS March Meeting 2022Yonatan Cohen and Itamar Sivan explain how their firm's platform can help quantum-computing researchers The post Quantum Machines presents Quantum Orchestration Platform at APS March Meeting 2022 appeared first on Physics World.
- Apple, Walmart, PepsiCo offer suppliers leg up on renewable electricityThey are among a growing number of multinationals stepping up programs to help their value chains procure renewable electricity.
- Machine learning detects seismic activity in noisy citiesUrbanDenoiser algorithm is trained to filter out traffic and other human activity The post Machine learning detects seismic activity in noisy cities appeared first on Physics World.
- Is organic food better for the climate?The EU and the US are taking different strategies when it comes to sustainable agriculture — organic vs. regenerative.
- Worth More Standing — The Value of Old Growth ForestsTree-sitting as an act of protest is much older – and more current – than... The post Worth More Standing — The Value of Old Growth Forests appeared first on Earth911.
- After a shaky start, airborne wind energy is slowly taking offNew companies are developing technologies, such as large kites, that can harvest wind energy up to a half-mile above ground.
- Why methane is a large and underestimated threat to climate goalsScientists say governments aren't factoring in the big short-term impact of rising methane emissions in meeting mid-century climate targets.
- Earth911 Quiz #94: Climate Change, Trees, & Carbon SequestrationThe U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s sixth report on the state of the global... The post Earth911 Quiz #94: Climate Change, Trees, & Carbon Sequestration appeared first on Earth911.
- Recycling Mystery: How To Recycle Your Tennis ShoesYou jog in them. Compete in them. Maybe even meet your friend for lunch in... The post Recycling Mystery: How To Recycle Your Tennis Shoes appeared first on Earth911.
- 9 strategies to help utilities cut energy use and emissionsFrom an equity lens to business model innovation to new data, statehouses, utilities and public utility commissions can collaborate to decarbonize.
- Cyclones to double in climate crisisCyclones to double in climate crisis Channel News brendan 28th April 2022 Teaser Media
- 12 Top Neighborhoods for Your Green Home in the USTrying to live a green lifestyle is easier when the place/neighborhood you live in also has the same green goals as you have. Choosing a green place to live in will be good for your family’s and your health, and … 12 Top Neighborhoods for Your Green Home in the US Read More » The post 12 Top Neighborhoods for Your Green Home in the US appeared first on Eco Friend.
- UN report: People have wrecked 40% of all the land on EarthA warning that the damage done to the land threatens many species, including our own.
- Why an essential part of Indigenous rights and international law is rarely enforcedFree, prior, and informed consent is the gold standard of Indigenous rights. So why isn't it followed?
- Giants of the bottled water industry admits to greenwashingThe attorneys for bottled water company BlueTriton admitted that its environmental claims were false. They insisted the greenwashing was non-actionable because the statements were aspirational.
- Global Renewable Energy Market to Grow 8.5% Annually in Coming YearsThe global renewable energy market size and share is expected to register an 8.5% growth and industry revenue is expected to reach rise from $860 billion in 2021 to $1.68 trillion in the forecast period. The post Global Renewable Energy Market to Grow 8.5% Annually in Coming Years appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Wendy’s to Tie Compensation to ESG Targets, Address Overall EmissionsWendy's ties compensation to ESG targets and reports emissions data to CDP for the first time. The post Wendy’s to Tie Compensation to ESG Targets, Address Overall Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- American Express issues a green and social development bondAmerican Express Co., the country's leading small business cards provider launched its first-ever environmental and social initiatives bond. The bond will test whether there are potential investors interested in investing in the future of the environment and social affairs.
- Businesses Call on Congress to Build upon Infrastructure Investments ActIn a letter signed by nearly 50 large consumer, industrial, and business-to-business brands, businesses call on Congress to improve the nation’s energy security and economic competitiveness, while reducing energy costs for consumers. The post Businesses Call on Congress to Build upon Infrastructure Investments Act appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Bluefors presents new cooling platform KIDE at APS March Meeting 2022David Gunnarsson outlines the benefit of the Finnish firm's new cryogenic technology The post Bluefors presents new cooling platform KIDE at APS March Meeting 2022 appeared first on Physics World.
- Gorgeous new photography book celebrates flamingosThey’ve been called pink unicorns and their likenesses adorn lawns all across the U.S. We’re talking about flamingos, those elusive and vibrant birds that have earned a cult following. Biologist and Photographer Claudio Contreras Koob talked to Inhabitat about his gorgeous new coffee table book "Flamingos," which has just been published by teNeues.
- Energy Reliability, Flexibility Drives Microgrid Market GrowthThe microgrid market is expected to see substantial growth through 2026, according to a new report. The post Energy Reliability, Flexibility Drives Microgrid Market Growth appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Back to business: the American Physical Society’s 2022 March meeting takes place in Chicago"We're back!": Dan Cooke expresses his delight at the American Physical Society's 2022 March meeting in Chicago The post Back to business: the American Physical Society’s 2022 March meeting takes place in Chicago appeared first on Physics World.
- How to Save Food and Prevent WasteMorgan Folger Director, Destination: Zero Carbon(267) 609-6810Contact person by email Read more about Morgan Folger Wednesday, April 27, 2022 We all play a role in creating food waste, so we can all be part of the solution.
- How can a car free future be made to work for disabled people?This post is by Anzir Boodoo, Car Free Cities consultant at Possible. Some 27 per cent of UK carbon emissions originate from transport, a percentage that has risen as other sector emissions have reduced. The UK government acknowledges that merely shifting from fossil fuel to […]
- Atomic quantum processors make their debutTwo research groups demonstrate “iconic” quantum algorithms using neutral atoms as qubits The post Atomic quantum processors make their debut appeared first on Physics World.
- In Common underwear focuses on the health of the planetAs humans, we have a lot in common, including the planet we live on and the desire for a comfortable and functional wardrobe. Sustainable underwear and clothing company In Common was the result of the frustration of shopping during the pandemic. Founder Allison Bloch explains she and her partner “struggled to find affordable basics that didn’t compromise on either quality, fit or ethics.”
- How new EPR law benefits recycling in SAAs companies navigate the new mandatory extended producer responsibility (EPR) landscape, a leading recycler in the plastics value chain has revealed the unexpected ease in managing its new reporting and compliance requirements as a producer. One of the biggest recyclers of PET plastic bottles on the African continent, Extrupet, has been guided in its journey […]
- Historically Redlined Neighborhoods Are Burdened by Excess Oil and Gas WellsA new study adds to the evidence that structural racism in federal policy is linked to the disproportionate siting of oil and gas wells in marginalized neighborhoods.
- Winners of the 2022 Design Educates AwardsEach year, the Design Educates Awards highlight international design projects that tackle context-specific concerns and educate users about sustainability. The awards were set up by the Laka Foundation and were inspired by Dr. Peter Kuczia's research, Educating Buildings (Bildende Bauten).
- Yum China Launches First KFC Green Pioneer StoresYum China Holdings has announced the launch of KFC's first Green Pioneer Stores in Hangzhou and Beijing, aiming to further integrate innovative solutions for building net-zero restaurants in the future. The post Yum China Launches First KFC Green Pioneer Stores appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Adding Rock Dust to Farmland Could Get UK Almost Halfway to Its Carbon Removal GoalTo meet its climate goals, Britain must not only cut emissions, but also scrub carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. A new study finds that rock dust sprinkled on farmland could supply nearly half of the needed carbon removal.Read more on E360 →
- It’s raining harder than ever. New research says climate change is to blame.Warmer temperatures cause heavier rainfall across the U.S. — even in the driest cities.
- Stretching the limits: novel material produces highly conductive, stretchable bioelectronicsScientists use rational design to create a functional polymer for advanced healthcare monitoring and therapeutic applications The post Stretching the limits: novel material produces highly conductive, stretchable bioelectronics appeared first on Physics World.
- A compressor manufacturer offers thoughts on saving energyMitigating higher energy prices: how we can help reduce energy costs for running compressed air equipment and keep manufacturers competitive? Alexander Pavlov of Atlas Copco Compressors offers a few thoughts. We have to accept there is no short-term solution to mitigate soaring energy prices that have trebled in recent times − we have heard from […]
- Aligning digital and physical sustainabilityHow can firms appraise and improve their digital carbon footprint, including their internet presence, asks Amy Czuba of Nexer Digital, a firm that supports businesses in developing digital products and services. Over the last few years, emphasis on environmental sustainability in business practice has influenced the way many firms operate. Huge amounts of progress have […]
- Solar cell keeps going after sunsetNew device produces power at night thanks to an integrated thermoelectric generator The post Solar cell keeps going after sunset appeared first on Physics World.
- Mail-in Recycling Options: Household & Hearing Aid BatteriesSmall cell or button cell batteries power our remotes, watches, and medical devices like hearing... The post Mail-in Recycling Options: Household & Hearing Aid Batteries appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Dr. Helen Crowley on Creating the Nature-Positive EconomyA new paper from the World Economic Forum, called Scaling Investments in Nature, warns that... The post Earth911 Podcast: Dr. Helen Crowley on Creating the Nature-Positive Economy appeared first on Earth911.
- Batteries are getting cheap. So why aren’t electric vehicles?In 2015, the average price paid for an EV was around $36,000. Now, it's over $63,000.
- How Abercrombie & Fitch used the outdoors to sell clothesThe 'White Hot' retailer helped shape the notion that 'to get back to nature, Americans needed to go shopping first.'
- EV battery range trebled in last decadeThe average battery range of an electric vehicle (EV) in the UK has more than tripled in the last decade, according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The research also found a 15-fold increase in choice of EV model in the past decade. Average battery range has grown from […] The post EV battery range trebled in last decade appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Report finds Scotland’s lochs and reservoirs rapidly heatingThe climate crisis has already caused rapid and extensive heating of Scotland’s lochs and reservoirs, according to the Centre of Expertise for Waters (CREW). Researchers found that between 2015 and 2019, 97% of monitored Scottish lochs and reservoirs have increased in temperature. Over this period most warmed up by up to 1 degree per year, […] The post Report finds Scotland’s lochs and reservoirs rapidly heating appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Lesser-known form of ozone heating Antarctic Ocean, research showsNew research led by UC Riverside has revealed a lower level of ozone is playing a major role in heating the Antarctic Ocean. Ozone is a gas composed of three oxygen atoms and can be found in the stratosphere, filtering ultraviolet radiation from the sun. However, ozone that’s closer to ground level in the troposphere […] The post Lesser-known form of ozone heating Antarctic Ocean, research shows appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Mountain climbing on the MoonJohn Hardwick wonders what climbing a mountain on the Moon would involve The post Mountain climbing on the Moon appeared first on Physics World.
- A new coal mine in Cumbria makes no sense for the climate or Britain’s energy securityA flurry of newspaper articles has speculated that Michael Gove, the UK minister responsible for planning, will shortly approve the long debated proposal for a new deep coal mine in Cumbria, northern England. Look closer, and this speculation is based on one unnamed source who told The […]
- Freeze–thaw battery could help store solar and wind energyDevice uses low-cost and abundant materials The post Freeze–thaw battery could help store solar and wind energy appeared first on Physics World.
- Investing in China’s sustainable finance boomChina-based investments are an important part of an institutional or retail investing portfolio for green and decarbonization opportunities.
- This solar's for you: Budweiser helps bars plug into renewable electricityAB InBev's New Energy Collective scheme will help pubs switch to renewable energy, helping the company deliver on its goal to build a net-zero value chain by 2040.
- Startup's 'antacid' enhances ocean carbon removalCanadian startup Planetary Technologies' process has several co-benefits including the cleanup of mine waste, green hydrogen production and ocean restoration.
- Putting cleantech innovations to the testSponsored: Cleantech startups face a "commercial valley of death." Wells Fargo is supporting demonstration projects to help companies overcome this challenge.
- Share climate action through local ownershipTackling global climate challenges by localizing climate finance and clean energy skills
- World Localization Day for 'crisis-ridden' global systemWorld Localization Day for 'crisis-ridden' global system Channel News Catherine Early 27th April 2022 Teaser Media
- State Farm Arena Diverts 90% of All Waste during Events, Achieves Platinum CertificationState Farm Arena has diverted a minimum of 90% of all waste from landfills and incineration during basketball games, concerts and events. The post State Farm Arena Diverts 90% of All Waste during Events, Achieves Platinum Certification appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Raging wildfires continue in New Mexico, Arizona and moreRaging wildfires in Southwest U.S. continue to damage properties and threaten lives. The states of Arizona, Nebraska, New Mexico and Colorado are all experiencing wildfires with at least one person reported dead. New Mexico experienced the worst of the blaze after the Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak fires combined.
- Meet the 100: Fabien Thibault, Global Manager, Product & Packaging Sustainability, Merck KGaAThe Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, Fabien Thibault talks about sustainable packaging challenges and how his company is overcoming them. The post Meet the 100: Fabien Thibault, Global Manager, Product & Packaging Sustainability, Merck KGaA appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Now Hiring: Lecturer in the Field of Climate and Environmental JusticeThe Columbia Climate School invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, renewable position of associate in discipline/lecturer in discipline/senior lecturer in discipline in the field of climate and environmental justice.
- The Clean Energy Home Series (Part 4): What else is there?Johanna Neumann Senior Director, Campaign for 100% Renewable Energy(413) 256-6434Contact person by email Read more about Johanna Neumann Tuesday, April 26, 2022 The final edition in a series on how to electrify your home and transition to appliances that can run on renewable energy Clean Energy
- The little pirates saving South Africa from plastic wasteSince 2018, more than 20 schools in South Africa and the Netherlands have spread the lore of Captain Fanplastic, a pirate who wants to rid the ocean of plastic waste. The primary school program of the same name is turning school children into ocean justice warriors.
- Market Center of the Ozarks to boost local agricultureThe Walton Family Foundation, headed by the same Walton family of the Walmart empire, has announced plans for a $31 million food market to boost local agriculture in the Springdale region of northwest Arkansas. The Market Center of the Ozarks will break ground in the summer of 2022, with a 2024 completion goal.
- Smart Building Management Systems Slashing Energy UseSmart systems and technology that can help buildings be more energy efficient are becoming more common. The post Smart Building Management Systems Slashing Energy Use appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- BIG designs neuroscience center with the brain in mindA new treatment center in Denmark will combine psychiatry and neuroscience under one roof. The Danish Neuroscience Center (DNC) will provide comprehensive treatments, including physical and mental brain diseases, spinal cord and nervous system.
- Oscillating temperature gradient boosts heat flow in fluidsDiscovery could improve climate models The post Oscillating temperature gradient boosts heat flow in fluids appeared first on Physics World.
- Climate School Dean Receives Environmental Champion AwardMaureen Raymo, co-founding dean of the Columbia Climate School and director at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, received an Environmental Champion Award from NY State Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick.
- Wind powers the creation of these cannabis productsWhat's better than accessible legal cannabis? Ethical and sustainable cannabis. That's the mission of LEUNE Founder and CEO Nidhi Lucky Handa. She is using the brand's platform to raise awareness on social injustice and promote sustainable business practices in the cannabis industry. Additionally, to elevate conversations surrounding cannabis culture and lifestyle.
- Investors, Regulations Drive Oil and Gas ESG DisclosuresOil and gas companies are increasing their focus on ESG disclosures and targets with new regulations and increasing pressure from stakeholders. The post Investors, Regulations Drive Oil and Gas ESG Disclosures appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- One of the First Industrial Warehouses is Constructed with Sustainable Materials Designed to Reduce Carbon ImpactUSAA Real Estate and its development partner, Seefried Industrial Properties, are near completion of an industrial warehouse development in Dallas Fort Worth that will be among the first ever using sustainable building materials that will reduce the carbon impact of its construction by more than 45%. The post One of the First Industrial Warehouses is Constructed with Sustainable Materials Designed to Reduce Carbon Impact appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Quantum physics sets a speed limit for fastest possible optoelectronic switchSwitching speeds faster than 1 petahertz harm the transmitted signal, say researchers The post Quantum physics sets a speed limit for fastest possible optoelectronic switch appeared first on Physics World.
- Come Ride on the Cicada CarouselGetting people interested in wildlife conservation is no easy feat. Zoos serve a critical, but often overlooked, role.
- ‘Fantasy league’ reveals future of water innovationEvent organiser BlueTech Research has announced the first “innovation showcase” companies who will appear at the BlueTech Forum event in Vancouver, Canada, on 7-8 June 2022. These have been selected by its team of research analysts and technology assessors. With its professed aspiration to showcase “the future of water technology”, this year’s BlueTech Forum attendees […]
- How A Large Massachusetts-based Data Center Nabbed $27 Billion in Energy SavingsMarkley Group enacted an energy efficiency project with the help of Mass Save. The data center company, which received incentive money, says that it saved more than 1.8 million kilowatt/hours, producing $307,671 in savings. The payback took only eight months. The post How A Large Massachusetts-based Data Center Nabbed $27 Billion in Energy Savings appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- How Much Does a Home Solar System Cost?Solar energy installations have skyrocketed in recent years; it’s likely there are some in your... The post How Much Does a Home Solar System Cost? appeared first on Earth911.
- As Lake Powell dries up, the US turns to creative accounting for a short-term fixA new agreement calls for Western states to leave their drinking water in the reservoir — and act as if they didn't.
- Experts join government to work on zero emission flightAviation experts and government have formed a new group to work on advancing hydrogen and battery powered planes. The Zero Emission Flight (ZEF) Delivery Group will support the development of zero emission aircraft and airport infrastructure. It will also look into legal adaptations that need to be made to allow for green aviation and aims […] The post Experts join government to work on zero emission flight appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Planetary boundaries update: freshwater at stakeThe freshwater change planetary boundary has been transgressed, according to a new international study. Green water is the water cycle available to plants, including rainfall and soil moisture. “Water is the bloodstream of the biosphere. But we are profoundly changing the water cycle. This is now affecting the health of the entire planet, making it […]
- First all-electric heating mandate for buildings passes in Washington stateUnder a new energy code, most new commercial and large multifamily buildings will have to install heat pumps.
- Global warming is projected to exceed 1.8°C, according to McKinsey reportThe energy transition continues to gain steam, with oil demand projected to peak in this decade, perhaps as soon as 2025, according to new research by global consultancy firm McKinsey & Company. This year’s Global Energy Perspective launches at a time when global energy markets are facing an unprecedented array of uncertainties, including the conflict […]
- What Macron’s reelection means for climate action in FranceIn his campaign, Emmanuel Macron vowed to turn France into a "great environmental nation.” As president, he still has a lot to prove.
- Researchers exploit astronomy technology for biomedical imagingAn imaging system based on techniques developed for space observation allows simultaneous imaging of multiple radionuclides in vivo The post Researchers exploit astronomy technology for biomedical imaging appeared first on Physics World.
- Why we need to tackle renewable energy’s storage problemPeter Edwards, Peter Dobson and Gari Owen say that net-zero targets can only be met if renewable energy can be stored cost-effectively The post Why we need to tackle renewable energy’s storage problem appeared first on Physics World.
- Major breakthrough in detecting changes in carbon emissionsScientists at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have discovered a groundbreaking new method to separate CO2 signals from plants and fossil fuels in the atmosphere. Prior to this it was not possible to accurately detect changes in regional-scale fossil fuel emissions, forcing scientists to rely on indirect data sources which could take months or […] The post Major breakthrough in detecting changes in carbon emissions appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- ESG in wartime: What is it good for?The Ukraine conflict poses a stress test for ESG.
- A Quiet Revolution: Southwest Cities Learn to Thrive Amid DroughtFacing a changing climate, some southwestern U.S. cities such as San Diego, Phoenix, and Las Vegas have embraced innovative strategies for conserving and sourcing water, providing these metropolitan areas with sufficient water supplies to support their growing populations. Read more on E360 →
- Should deep-sea minerals be part of battery supply chains?Deep-sea minerals are not currently commercially available, and whether they have a role in future supply chains is the subject of heated debate.
- How I can protect the last great frontierA young sustainability professional goes to the end of the world for inspiration.
- Green and pleasant land: UK environmental policy post-BrexitLeaving the European Union was sold on promises of freedoms and autonomy for Britain, including on climate matters. Martin Guttridge-Hewitt navigates the resulting legal maze to understand what taking back control means for the planet. Almost eight years after the referendum, Britain’s EU exit remains incomplete. As of spring 2022, an overwhelming amount of legislation […] The post Green and pleasant land: UK environmental policy post-Brexit appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How to make electric mobility work for allTransportation needs are universal. Access to clean transportation should be, too.
- Electrification meets refrigerated trucksCold chain transport via trains, trucks, planes, ships and containers is electrifying.
- 'Ban ads for climate bads''Ban ads for climate bads' Channel Comment brendan 26th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Maven Moment: Rainy Day CakeThe reason food waste happens at home is that we fail to find ways to... The post Maven Moment: Rainy Day Cake appeared first on Earth911.
- We Earthlings: Plant One TreePlant one tree and it will capture about 13 pounds of CO2 in its first... The post We Earthlings: Plant One Tree appeared first on Earth911.
- General Motors Asks Suppliers to Sign ESG PledgeGeneral Motors asks global suppliers to commit to carbon neutrality and to use their purchasing power to advance sustainability. The post General Motors Asks Suppliers to Sign ESG Pledge appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Tyson Foods Facilities Achieve Zero Waste to Landfill ValidationSix Tyson Foods plants have achieved zero waste status by implementing these initiatives. The post Tyson Foods Facilities Achieve Zero Waste to Landfill Validation appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Largest design fair in Milan explores the future of citiesItalian architect and designer Mario Cucinella revealed a sustainable installation called Design with Nature. It is for the 2022 Salone del Mobile in Italy, the world's largest trade and design fair in Milan. The installation is an auditorium, seating area, bar, library and so much more.
- Rail Sector Tops Transportation Industry in Terms of Climate Risk, Report FindsA new report helps investors identify climate and ESG risks in the transportation industry. The post Rail Sector Tops Transportation Industry in Terms of Climate Risk, Report Finds appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Tiny home fits a family of four and their two dogsWhat began as a personal choice to live in a 1924 craftsman-style tiny house, grew into a bustling home for Whitney Leigh Morris, her small business and her growing family.
- Vive la net zero: Emmanuel Macron’s win demonstrates that all elections must now be climate electionsThis post is by Robbie MacPherson, political adviser at Green Alliance. Emmanuel Macron has made history. For the first time in 20 years the French people have re-elected the occupant of the Elysée Palace for a second term. Following Sunday’s rematch, Emmanuel Macron triumphed, winning […]
- How to become a B-corporation with Grain Design StudioDesign and manufacturing studio Grain Design joined the Benefit Corporation community of over 4,000 visionary businesses across more than 75 countries. They are only in thousands committed to balancing profit and benefit to the earth as a certified Benefit Corporation. The studio dedicated its work to social and climate responsibility.
- Many Household Products Contain Obesity-Promoting Chemicals, Study SaysIn addition to poor diet and lack of exercise, endocrine-disrupting chemicals called "obesogens" may be contributing to rising obesity rates in the United States. Read more on E360 →
- Honeycomb-like nanopatterning boosts efficiency of ultrathin solar panels“Hyperuniform disordered” design delivers 66.5% solar absorption The post Honeycomb-like nanopatterning boosts efficiency of ultrathin solar panels appeared first on Physics World.
- A simple home in Spain invites you to connect with natureHouse in Pedrezuela represents a minimalist approach to living while embracing a connection between the indoor and outdoor surroundings. The client approached architectural firm Slow Studio to develop a design for the home. They wanted the house to meet their telecommuting needs with an emphasis on the surrounding olive grove and natural aspects of the lot.
- Audubon Day is here, try these fun ways to get involvedAudubon Day (April 26) spreads the wings of opportunity to enjoy nature and learn more about birds. Audubon Day is named after the widely-recognized National Audubon Society, an organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. Make plans to see, hear or better understand these animals, starting with the ideas here.
- Mother Earth is not for saleMother Earth is Alive! The Earth is alive. Terra Madre, Gaia, Pachamama, Vasundhara… The Living Earth is a self-organised, self-regulating living system. She is autopoeitic, writing the poetry of life, creating the symphony of life, through the harmony of every participating living organism, from the microbes to the mammals. From the molecule, to the cell, […]
- Cemex Successfully Turns CO2 into Carbon NanomaterialsCEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. announced today that it has successfully tested a process that converts flue gases emitted by the cement kiln into carbon nanomaterials. The post Cemex Successfully Turns CO2 into Carbon Nanomaterials appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Tricks learnt from eye imaging enable video-rate LiDARApplying techniques used to optimize optical coherence tomography to LiDAR could enable densely sampled 3D imaging at video rate The post Tricks learnt from eye imaging enable video-rate LiDAR appeared first on Physics World.
- Summer 2022 Research Assistant NeededProfessor Ben Orlove is seeking a German-speaking research assistant to examine documents and interviews from a region in the Alps affected by climate change.
- Global coalition releases climate literacy statementOn Earth Day, Friday 22 April, Fridays for Future in collaboration with EarthDay.org and Take Action Global demanded worldwide access to climate literacy and education programs to ensure a holistic understanding of the ongoing climate and biodiversity crisis and its underlying causes and consequences. They believe fully integrated, assessed climate and environmental education will facilitate […]
- Populus to Become the First Carbon Positive Hotel in the USUrban Villages, a real estate developer, has announced the start of construction on Populus, the first carbon positive hotel in the US. The post Populus to Become the First Carbon Positive Hotel in the US appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Growing a Sustainable and Fair Local Food SystemRhode Island may be the smallest state in the union, but buying farmland here comes with the biggest price tag in the country. This high cost makes it nearly impossible for smaller farming operations, particularly new farmers and those of color and lower economic means, to buy land. For more than 40 years, Southside Community Land Trust has been working hard to change this dynamic in communities across Rhode Island, and recently, with help from The Conservation Fund, acquired a new farm property to help achieve its goals.
- Protesters arrested after oil terminal actionsFive supporters of Just Stop Oil were remanded in custody over the Easter weekend and appeared in court on charges related to actions at oil terminals in support of the demand that the UK government end new oil and gas projects in the UK. Kathryn Dowds, 28, Jake Handling, 27, and Joshua Smith, 29, were […]
- Crowdsourcing to Build Better InsuranceIn order to offer protective insurance to greater numbers of smallholder farmers, in 2021, the ACToday project began testing mobile crowdsourcing apps that tap into the experiences and memories of farmers themselves.
- Earth Day UrgencyWe are nowhere close to achieving the transition to environmental sustainability, but the process is well underway here in the United States. To achieve this, we need to think about our shared values rather than our differences. Let’s make every day an Earth Day.
- Why we have to involve health professionals in the climate debateThis post is by Francesco Tamilia, of policy analyst at Public Policy Projects. More people are recognising the climate crisis for what it is: a health crisis. This progress is only thanks to the effort of health professionals across the world and the World Health […]
- Ecotourism's negative impact on primatesEcotourism's negative impact on primates Channel News brendan 25th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Foods Already Affected by Climate ChangeResidents of industrialized nations are used to eating whatever they want, whenever they want. But... The post Foods Already Affected by Climate Change appeared first on Earth911.
- Recycling Mystery: Coffee BagsIf you’re a java lover who purchases coffee in bags rather than metal cans, you’ve... The post Recycling Mystery: Coffee Bags appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Nick Cavanaugh on the Sensible Weather GuaranteeBesides food, humans have probably been talking about the weather longer than anything else. In... The post Earth911 Podcast: Nick Cavanaugh on the Sensible Weather Guarantee appeared first on Earth911.
- Cycle parking costs nearly five times as much as car parkingA new report finds that across London, a family of four would pay on average nearly 5 times more to park their cycles than a polluting petrol car. The average cost of renting a space in a cycle hangar in London in £57.90, meaning a family of four would spend on average £231.60 a year […] The post Cycle parking costs nearly five times as much as car parking appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Indigenous leaders convene at UN to push for human rights protectionsThe international forum provides an opportunity for communities from across the globe to meet. Here's what's on the table.
- New Jersey could be opening new front in war for clean waterCivil suit against legacy polluters aims to help frontline community with groundwater contamination.
- Will Big Oil and major banks face another reckoning from investors this year?A new season of shareholder climate demands has begun. Here’s what’s coming.
- Natural flood defences put in place in SheffieldNatural flood management methods are being put in place in Sheffield’s Limb Brook Valley to protect the region from potential flooding. The work is part of the Upper Don Source to Sea Programme which will help to store and slow water flows, reducing the risk of flooding and supporting the area’s wildlife. Twelve storage ponds […] The post Natural flood defences put in place in Sheffield appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- There’s grim news in this year’s Earth Day pollsThe economy, the war in Ukraine, the pandemic and other issues have pushed the climate crisis to the back burner for most Americans.
- Soft medical robots show promise for performing wireless surgeryA coiled artificial muscle uses radiofrequency heating to perform complex mechanical tasks The post Soft medical robots show promise for performing wireless surgery appeared first on Physics World.
- How to be a ‘sustainability catalyst’CDP forest manager Stephanie Cárdenas on tackling deforestation, the need to be a self-learner in ESG and finding the ‘perfect balance’ in her role at CDP.
- Pumps group presents circular economy seminarThe importance of the circular economy to the pump sector comes up for attention in a series of seminars taking place in Brussels in May, organised by trade group Europump. Investigating both the environmental and commercial benefits available to industry, through the adoption of good circular economy practices, the afternoon sessions will offer an update […]
- Climate and agriculture halve insect populations in some areas, warns UCL studyClimate change and intensive agricultural land use have already been responsible for a 49% reduction in the number of insects in the most impacted parts of the world, according to a new study by UCL researchers. The study, published in Nature, is said to be the first to identify that an interaction between rising temperatures […]
- Draught-proofing for chimneys picks up Queen’s AwardWest Cumbrian company Chimney Sheep has picked up a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for Innovation for its energy-saving innovation of the same name. What is a Chimney Sheep? “It’s a chimney blocker made of felted sheep wool,” explains a statement from the firm. “It lodges in the throat of the chimney when the fire isn’t […]
- Space needs environmental protection too, says studyNew research, led by the University of Edinburgh, argues that space needs the same legal environmental protection given to land, sea and atmosphere to limit pollution. Currently, an influx of space debris is left in orbital space, 100 kilometres above the earth’s surface, endangering the ecosystem. What have been called satellite mega-constellations, clusters of up […] The post Space needs environmental protection too, says study appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Sustainability pros, do better on DEIEvery single person in the sustainability community can and should make the field more diverse, equitable and inclusive.
- Protecting our right to protestProtecting our right to protest Channel Comment brendan 25th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Victory for animal and worker rightsVictory for animal and worker rights Channel News brendan 25th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Carrot, stick or scissors: Is it time to leave suppliers behind?Many companies’ sustainability plans include bringing suppliers along on the journey, but when is it time to move away from those that are moving too slowly?
- Large insurers say no to a major African oil pipeline despite the global oil shockMunich Re becomes the sixth large reinsurer to rule out underwriting the proposed East African Crude Oil Pipeline.
- Anomalous Josephson effect appears in a topological insulatorNew observations could aid the development of topological quantum computers The post Anomalous Josephson effect appears in a topological insulator appeared first on Physics World.
- Mirror nuclei shed light on mysterious EMC effectQuark distributions differ inside nuclei The post Mirror nuclei shed light on mysterious EMC effect appeared first on Physics World.
- Amid hopes and fears, a plastics boom in Appalachia is on holdThe Ohio River Valley is wrestling with whether to tie its fortunes to another toxic, boom-and-bust industry.
- Biden signs Earth Day executive order to protect old-growth forestsThe order contains vague language around logging, disappointing some environmentalists calling for a ban on the practice on federal lands.
- Booking.com Report Shows Consumers Prefer Sustainable TravelBooking.com’s annual Sustainable Travel Report indicates that travelers are selecting “planet-first” options and looking to brands for sustainable choices and more purposeful travel. The post Booking.com Report Shows Consumers Prefer Sustainable Travel appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Zero-emission hydrogen-powered ferry coming to San FranciscoSea Change, a zero-emission ferry, will soon start operation in San Francisco Bay. The ferry is fully propelled by hydrogen fuel cells, making it the first of its kind to be used for public transport.
- Leonardo DiCaprio invests in sustainable Champagne TelmontThe Champagne Telmont story began in 1912, following the champagne riots in France. Fast forward over 100 years, and Telmont earned organic certification. Now, this sustainable champagne brand is being endorsed by actor and activist Leonardo DiCaprio. Here's what makes the brand so unique.
- New York Battery Recycling Plant to use Crystallization SystemLi-Cycle will use a crystallization process from Veolia Water Technologies to help recycle batteries. The post New York Battery Recycling Plant to use Crystallization System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Nature and art merge with these stunning, colorful lanternsAs the largest lantern festival producer in North America, Tianyu Arts & Culture has produced over 62 festivals in 32 cities. One might envision lit lanterns floating through the sky, only to later land and contribute to pollution. In contrast, the events managed by Tianyu are stocked with reusable, colorful and educational displays that often emphasize nature and animals.
- Can laws save the planet?The warmth of sun on your skin. The flick of a sea otter’s tail. The earthy smell of rain falling on dry soil. All this can sometimes feel a million ... Read more. The post Can laws save the planet? appeared first on Ecojustice.
- The physics of Oreo splitting, metamaterial chocolates taste betterExcerpts from the Red Folder The post The physics of Oreo splitting, metamaterial chocolates taste better appeared first on Physics World.
- U.S. Has Warmed by 2.6 Degrees F Since First Earth DayThe U.S. has warmed by 2.6 degrees F since Earth Day was first celebrated on this date in 1970, though some regions, such as the Southwest, have warmed more than others, according to a new analysis from Climate Central.Read more on E360 →
- Measurabl Acquires Hatch Data to Boost Real Estate ESG Management SystemESG data provider Measurabl has acquired Hatch Data to improve its commercial real estate sustainability offering. The post Measurabl Acquires Hatch Data to Boost Real Estate ESG Management System appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Montreal building melds design with sustainable technologyThe Ilot Balmoral is a 13-story mixed-use office building commissioned by the Societe d’Habitation de Montreal (SHDM). It lights up the Quartier des Spectacles in Downtown Montreal's creative district as one of the final major developments in the area.
- Meet the 100: April Guymon, Head of Monitor-Based Commissioning, ETC GroupThe Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, April Guymon shares a successful energy management project and explores the future trend of machine learning. The post Meet the 100: April Guymon, Head of Monitor-Based Commissioning, ETC Group appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Rice Love gives rice to families in need with each purchaseRice Love strives to help end world hunger, increase education about poverty and recycle readily-available materials into beautiful and usable statement pieces.
- Beyond Earth DaysTune in to Sustain What for justice songs, eel revivals, and myriad paths toward planetary progress today and every day.
- New whale call discovered off the coast of SAScientists have discovered a previously unknown “impulsive sound” – dubbed the “gunshot” by researchers – that has never been recorded before. The study documented 600 whale calls over 11 days at the Vema Seamount in the Atlantic Ocean, 1,000km off the coast of South Africa. The research was conducted during a Greenpeace International expedition to […]
- Four Things You Can Do for Our Ocean this Earth Day71% of Earth’s surface is covered by the ocean—let’s protect it this Earth Day The post Four Things You Can Do for Our Ocean this Earth Day appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- hAIku: AI Generated PoetryCelebrate Earth Day by having Da Vinci, an artificial intelligence engine created by OpenAI, compose a haiku on the science or nature topic of your choice!
- MANDELA nuclear-physics laboratories open in South AfricaThe two new labs will be used to train students and develop novel nuclear-physics detector technology. The post MANDELA nuclear-physics laboratories open in South Africa appeared first on Physics World.
- Elon Musk-funded carbon removal prize announces 15 ‘milestone’ winnersMore than 1,000 teams have registered for the contest so far.
- Decarbonization: An Animated Graphic‘Decarbonization’ is a buzzword, but what does it actually mean? Learn more in this simple and fun illustration.
- What Is Decarbonization, and How Do We Make It Happen?To keep the planet from warming more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, economies must rapidly decarbonize. What will this involve?
- General Mills Focuses On Energy Efficiency, Hopes to Save $25M a YearGeneral Mills set a 10-year goal to improve energy efficiency in the company's 26 largest U.S.-based plants by 20%, which it did well ahead of schedule. How? The post General Mills Focuses On Energy Efficiency, Hopes to Save $25M a Year appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- CEQ Finalizes Phase I NEPA Regulations: Undoing Trump’s Regulations Is One Thing; Modernizing NEPA Is AnotherEarlier this week, the Council on Environmental Quality promulgated its Phase I rule amending the NEPA regulations. The final rule largely implements the proposed rule, though with some minor changes. Since the final rule so closely tracks the proposal, I won’t repeat the analysis that I already provided regarding these changes. I will briefly repeat my concern that Phase II of the NEPA regulations is going to be very important. … More The post CEQ Finalizes Phase I NEPA Regulations: Undoing Trump’s Regulations Is One Thing; Modernizing NEPA Is Another first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- Earth Action: Take Action for Earth DayToday, April 22, is the 52nd annual Earth Day. For the original Earth Day in... The post Earth Action: Take Action for Earth Day appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Green Hydrogen’s Role in Decarbonizing Industry and Daily LifeLearn about the role of green hydrogen, which is refined using renewable energy, in decarbonizing... The post Earth911 Podcast: Green Hydrogen’s Role in Decarbonizing Industry and Daily Life appeared first on Earth911.
- Technology, Gov’t Create a Brighter Future for Small and Mid-Sized Commercial SolarGrowth in the US solar photovoltaic market — US capacity was at 1.183 gigawatts in 2008 compared to 21.3 gigawatts today — has primarily been driven by the residential sector and large-scale initiatives from only the largest corporations, as well as utility companies. For small- and mid-sized businesses, the lack of easy and cost-efficient methods to ... Read more » The post Technology, Gov’t Create a Brighter Future for Small and Mid-Sized Commercial Solar appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- European electric car makers have a Russian nickel problemEurope may need Russian nickel to meet its climate goals — and Indigenous activists may need Europe to hold a Russian mining giant to account.
- Biden promised no new drilling on public lands. Here’s why he broke that promise.The fossil-fuel expansion could help pass climate legislation down the line -- or lock in more emissions.
- Council supply chains responsible for 43.7m tonnes of CO2Council supply chains released 43.7m tonnes of CO2 during the year of 2020/2021 according to data taken by finance technology company Oxygen Finance. This is over 10% of total UK carbon emissions and is a close equivalent to the total CO2 emissions of countries such as Sweden and Norway. It’s believed 96% of these carbon […] The post Council supply chains responsible for 43.7m tonnes of CO2 appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Climate change is making jobs deadlier — and OSHA can’t take the heatThe agency was chartered almost 20 years before the first Congressional hearing on climate change.
- Transient superconducting states could have practical applications, say physicistsLight-induced non-equilibrium states share fundamental physics with materials at equilibrium The post Transient superconducting states could have practical applications, say physicists appeared first on Physics World.
- 10 climate NGOs companies should knowWhether out in front or behind the scenes, these nonprofits are helping the corporate world to move faster on climate and sustainability.
- Insect populations are halved by global warming and intensive farmingIn some parts of the world, a combination of agricultural activity and rising temperatures have led to a 49% reduction in insect species. A new study published in the journal Nature has revealed an alarming relationship between some forms of human activity, and its impact on the environment, and a sharp decline in insect populations observed […] The post Insect populations are halved by global warming and intensive farming appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Episode 313: Find your climate superpower; a new approach to dairy-free milkFeaturing interviews with Heather White, author of "One Green Thing: Discover Your Hidden Power to Help Save the Planet," and Nurit Argov-Argaman, a researcher and lecturer at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
- 3 observations about circular packaging, from the expertsIf you are a brand, a packaging producer, or basically anyone else in the economy, don’t sleep on packaging.
- How individual climate action drives culture changeWe need substantial global policy and market solutions to limit warming to 1.5 degrees C, but that only happens with individual action.
- Dirty Carpets: A Hidden Health Hazard in Your HomeWhy Regular Carpet Cleaning Is Essential? Carpets have a nasty habit of getting dirty. In fact, if you don’t clean them on a regular basis, they can become a health hazard! Not only are dirty carpets unsightly, but they can … Dirty Carpets: A Hidden Health Hazard in Your Home Read More » The post Dirty Carpets: A Hidden Health Hazard in Your Home appeared first on Eco Friend.
- 5 Practical Steps for Decarbonizing the Industrial Sector Right AwayThe industrial sector accounts for more than 1/3 of global greenhouse gas emissions. Not only are governments, global consortia, and regulatory agencies pushing for the industrial sector to achieve net zero operations to slow climate change, but consumers are also demanding greater sustainability from the companies from which they purchase. Three out of four Fortune 100 companies have made commitments to reduce emissions. However, simply outlining plans and talking about solutions aren’t enough—consumers and regulatory groups are demanding real, measurable results. In fact, the SEC recently issued a draft rule regarding standards for how publicly traded companies should disclose how…
- New sustainability initiatives from URW reflect consumer desires to live a more eco-conscious lifestyleSponsored: New research from URW reveals strong customer demand for eco-conscious products and environmentally responsible practices from companies.
- Earth911 Inspiration: We Are Part of This Web of Life, Not Its MastersToday’s Earth911 inspiration is from Pope Francis, who delivered a somber message about the state... The post Earth911 Inspiration: We Are Part of This Web of Life, Not Its Masters appeared first on Earth911.
- Replaying, repairing, recycling: Inside the circular economy of toysToys too often have short lifespans and are made of plastic. But solutions to address that such as Terracycle's Toy Zero Waste Box and Dagoma's Toy Emergency Room are gaining steam.
- It’s all dyingIt’s all dying Channel Comment brendan 22nd April 2022 Teaser Media
- Meet the Blue DragonSee the venomous sea slugs that look like they crawled out of Final Fantasy The post Meet the Blue Dragon appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Bloom Energy and EQT Close a CTA for Responsibly Sourced Natural GasBloom Energy will use natural gas at its 700 fuel cell installations in the US. The post Bloom Energy and EQT Close a CTA for Responsibly Sourced Natural Gas appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- DJ Khaled's restaurant launches a new vegan chicken optionRecording artist and social media star DJ Khaled has added a new vegan product to his restaurant's menu. The popstar and proprietor of Another Wing has launched the vegan LikeWings. Another Wing operates ghost kitchens with delivery services in over 150 cities across the U.S., U.K., Canada, France and the UAE.
- Comprehensive Strategy Key to Achieving Sustainable Data CentersA report by Uptime Institute outlines ways organizations can strategize to make data centers sustainable. The post Comprehensive Strategy Key to Achieving Sustainable Data Centers appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Climate change is driving a massive decrease in insectsResearchers have established that climate change and harmful agricultural practices have almost halved the number of insects on the planet. According to a study published in "Nature" by researchers from the University College London (UCL), there was a substantial decline in insect numbers from 1992 to 2012. The researchers reviewed records on over 20,000 insect species worldwide.
- Running Reindeer Ranch lets you meet reindeer up closeAs I walked through the boreal forest just outside of Fairbanks, Alaska, I reached out and touched the marvelously thick fur of a passing reindeer. At 15,000 hairs per inch, they were better suited for the February day than I was, wrapped up in my parka, mittens and snow boots.
- Carbon Upcycling Secures $6M Financing for Sustainable Concrete EffortsCarbon Upcycling secures funding to help it build new facilities and advance its sustainable concrete technologies. The post Carbon Upcycling Secures $6M Financing for Sustainable Concrete Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- High-rise tower will provide affordable housing in GermanyUNStudio and OKRA Landscape Architects won the International Architectural Competition for a mixed-use, high-rise. The Belsenpark Tower is designed to be a sustainable building that fits the style of the surrounding communities.
- Electron rain is driven to Earth by whistler waves, carbon nanotubes encapsulate explosive nitrogenIn this podcast we also chat about hunting meteorites The post Electron rain is driven to Earth by whistler waves, carbon nanotubes encapsulate explosive nitrogen appeared first on Physics World.
- LIGO-style solution for global navigationA novel optomechanical sensor could improve satellite navigation, photography and public health The post LIGO-style solution for global navigation appeared first on Physics World.
- 11 Must-Read Ocean Books in 2022These books will change the way you think about the ocean The post 11 Must-Read Ocean Books in 2022 appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Unique Unwasted leather bags are made from wine grapesWhat do you get when you combine a waste product from wine making, a designer focused on sustainability and a French leather maker? Unwasted.
- Budweiser Launches Program to Help Power the World with Renewable ElectricityBudweiser, an AB InBev brand, unveiled the global launch of The Energy Collective to help provide renewable electricity to bars, music venues, and stadiums around the world. The post Budweiser Launches Program to Help Power the World with Renewable Electricity appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Allegiant Works with Schneider Electric to Report Emissions through GRI, SASB FrameworksAllegiant Travel Company will create and implement an ESG program that will help lessen its environmental impacts. The post Allegiant Works with Schneider Electric to Report Emissions through GRI, SASB Frameworks appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Weather could be controlled by making tiny changes to chaotic systemSmall perturbations could prevent extreme events like tornadoes The post Weather could be controlled by making tiny changes to chaotic system appeared first on Physics World.
- The HVAC Industry: Upcoming Trends for TechniciansDo you work in the HVAC industry? If so, you probably already know that you need to keep up with its new technology and features. This is especially important since the field is expected to grow this year substantially. For […] The post The HVAC Industry: Upcoming Trends for Technicians appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- LASER offers quantum focusExhibitors at this year's LASER World of PHOTONICS are addressing fast-growing markets in precision automation and quantum technologies, and the need for reliable simulation software The post LASER offers quantum focus appeared first on Physics World.
- New study suggests protecting land is no guarantee of biodiversityWith the world scrambling to safeguard 30% of the planet from development, researchers have issued a warning that simply stopping habitat destruction may not be enough to protect many species. A new study led by the universities of Exeter and Cambridge, UK, has shown the importance not just of creating protected habitats such as national […] The post New study suggests protecting land is no guarantee of biodiversity appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How the Russia-Ukraine Crisis Could Impact Food SecurityHarry Verhoeven, senior research scholar with Columbia University's Center on Global Energy Policy, answers questions about the implications for the world’s least developed countries.
- Behind the Podcast ‘How We Got Here’Scientists Stephanie Spera and Rachel Lupien demystify how different professionals are addressing the climate crisis, one career path and podcast episode at a time.
- Department for Education announces plans to be ‘world leader’ in sustainabilityNew plans announced today by Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi outline the UK education sector’s ambition to become a world leader in climate education. Launched as part of the Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy, secondary school students will be able to study a new GCSE in natural history by September 2025. Young people will learn about […] The post Department for Education announces plans to be ‘world leader’ in sustainability appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Refrigerator on the Blink? Repairs You Can Do YourselfIt’s often better for the environment to keep an appliance running efficiently than to buy... The post Refrigerator on the Blink? Repairs You Can Do Yourself appeared first on Earth911.
- Maura Healey Has a Climate Plan: Is It Too Ambitious Or Not Ambitious Enough?Take my predictions with a grain of salt, because I still remember saying that Ronald Reagan would never fool enough voters to get elected, but it seems very likely at this point that Maura Healey will be the next Governor of Massachusetts. That makes her release of a climate plan a matter of some significance. My take is that it is extremely ambitious,… More The post Maura Healey Has a Climate Plan: Is It Too Ambitious Or Not Ambitious Enough? first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- How a Nebraska ethanol plant turned seeds into toxic wasteState regulators shuttered the AltEn plant in 2021 after years of environmental violations. Residents are just beginning to grapple with its toxic legacy.
- Quantum error correction has side effects for sensorsInevitable delays in correcting realistic sensors introduce bias, say theorists The post Quantum error correction has side effects for sensors appeared first on Physics World.
- These 9 cities are leading the nation’s solar surgeTogether, they're generating more solar power than the entire country did a decade ago.
- LA County bans throwaway dishes and cutleryA new ordinance will require thousands of restaurants to use compostables or recyclables by 2023.
- The cost of toxic products? Just $1A new report finds your dollar store savings may come with a big health cost.
- Deforestation of indigenous lands in Brazilian Amazon could derail climate targetsIf vast swathes of the world’s largest rainforest are not protected from industrial activity Brazil’s commitments on the environment will be irrelevant. If Brazil does not take steps to stop the deforestation of indigenous lands in the Amazon, and enforce its own climate-related laws, the country has little chance of meeting its own green targets, […] The post Deforestation of indigenous lands in Brazilian Amazon could derail climate targets appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Make BP historyMake BP history Channel News brendan 21st April 2022 Teaser Media
- How U.S. Gas Exports to Europe Could Lock in Future EmissionsThe U.S. plans to boost liquefied natural gas exports to Europe to help the EU reduce its dependence on Russian gas. This could spur an expansion of LNG terminals, which analysts say would lead to long-term increases in gas production and greenhouse gas emissions.Read more on E360 →
- Bacterial swimming in complex fluids better understood with new experiment, modelStudy sheds new light on how bacteria swim in complex fluids The post Bacterial swimming in complex fluids better understood with new experiment, model appeared first on Physics World.
- Q1 2022: The hottest trends in corporate renewable energy procurementsThe first three months of the year brought innovations in the types of energy resources contracted, with an uptick in corporate interest in geothermal.
- Kelp boom hinges on supply chain and carbon market investmentsKelp farming is ready to scale but getting more processing plants, increasing demand and understand the carbon impact need to come first.
- Salesforce Climate Action Plan: Our Journey to Net ZeroThe consequences of global temperatures rising more than 1.5°C are extreme and far-reaching for nature, humans, businesses, and our collective future. Scientists agree that globally we must reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero emissions by mid-century. That’s why Salesforce is committed to doing all we can to limit global warming to 1.5°C. We are rapidly advancing our sustainability program, integrating climate action into the core of our business to ultimately deliver on this shared, planetary goal of a more sustainable and equitable future. Read how we’re bringing the full power of Salesforce to create a sustainable…
- Broken Is the New New: Ways To Repurpose Household ItemsBroken items around the house can’t be prevented. What can be avoided, though, is sending... The post Broken Is the New New: Ways To Repurpose Household Items appeared first on Earth911.
- It’s time to electrify industry’s process heat — with heat pumpsIndustry accounts for more than 25 percent of U.S. energy use and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. A familiar but little-used technology could help.
- Earth911 Quiz #57: Earth Day’s PastFor 52 years on Earth Day, people have gathered to pick up litter, plant trees,... The post Earth911 Quiz #57: Earth Day’s Past appeared first on Earth911.
- From fertilizer to fuel: Can 'green' ammonia be a climate fix?Using renewable energy and a new method for making ammonia, researchers and entrepreneurs believe “green” ammonia can become a significant clean fuel source.
- A closer look at Biden's decision to extend tariffs on solar panelsThe U.S. set climate goals, and domestic solar can both increase local energy security and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Now it needs to scale.
- Clark Pacific Transitions to Nearly 100% Renewable EnergyClark Pacific, a constructor of prefabricated building systems, will install solar arrays across all of its facilities, transitioning its consumption to nearly 100% renewable energy The post Clark Pacific Transitions to Nearly 100% Renewable Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Saint-Gobain to Recycle 1,000 Tons of Glass for the Next Five YearsSaint-Gobain North America, through its electrochromic glass subsidiary SageGlass, will recycle over 1,000 tons of glass per year for the next five years The post Saint-Gobain to Recycle 1,000 Tons of Glass for the Next Five Years appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Scientist climate protests call out government inactionLast week, scientists worldwide held protests to pressure government agencies to address rapid climate change. The scientists say leaders must make drastic cuts to significantly reduce emissions before it's too late. Climate protests came following a United Nations report saying the world has just three years to act. According to the report, failure to make “rapid and deep” emissions reductions will cause severe climate disasters.
- Forest elephants do their part to slow climate changeIn the West and Central African rainforests, forest elephants are unwittingly helping to save the world. As this relatively small elephant tears through the rainforest, stripping bark from trees and digging up roots, its actions help the forest store more carbon in its trees.
- JetBlue Invests in Sustainability FundJetBlue's venture capital subsidiary is investing in a multibillion-dollar climate fund as it strives to make sustainable travel improvements. The post JetBlue Invests in Sustainability Fund appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Ndustrial Energy Demand Response System Improves Efficiency of Refrigeration FacilitiesAn enhanced demand response system can help industrial facilities improve energy use and production. The post Ndustrial Energy Demand Response System Improves Efficiency of Refrigeration Facilities appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Demons to think with: the rebels you mustn’t ignoreRobert P Crease explains how these little creatures have inspired him to create a university course that should appeal to humanities and science students alike The post Demons to think with: the rebels you mustn’t ignore appeared first on Physics World.
- Shelving unit can be configured in any which wayModular furniture just took on a new level of meaning with Listón. Argentinian Designer Guillermo Cameron Mac Lean created Listón to rethink how we use and reuse furniture pieces for the sake of the climate. It is a furniture system that is made from two types of structural wooden slats held together with cable ties.
- ACToday Empowers National Meteorological ServicesAs part of its goal to increase food security in six countries, the ACToday project has helped develop new climate services that lead to better agricultural decision making.
- Restored Clean Car standards will reduce oil use, carbon pollutionWednesday, April 20, 2022 On April 1, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration restored federal Clean Car Standards, raising the average fuel economy from 37 to 49 miles per gallon by model year 2026. Global Warming
- Vintage viewfinders inspired this studio in Australia“This little building is a soft gesture of curved timber sitting aloft, generously hugging an expansive view of The Hazards," said Matt Williams Architects. "A place for quiet reflection, solitude and respite for our beautiful clients.”
- Deep learning improves multimodality imaging for breast cancer detectionA new deep-learning algorithm allows real-time reconstruction of images that combine optical and MRI data The post Deep learning improves multimodality imaging for breast cancer detection appeared first on Physics World.
- EU Weighs 45 Percent Renewable Energy Target to Curb Imports of Russian Fossil FuelsIn an effort to reduce imports of Russian coal and gas, the European Union is weighing a more ambitious renewable energy target, aiming to generate 45 percent of the bloc's power from renewables by 2030, instead of 40 percent, the current goal.Read more on E360 →
- New Orleans Joins North America Climate Resilience ProgramNew Orleans has joined the North America Climate Resilience Program as a "Champion City." The post New Orleans Joins North America Climate Resilience Program appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Earth Day and how you can make a difference this yearEarth Day 2022 presents another opportunity to honor and protect our precious planet. From picking up trash to getting involved politically, there are a million ways to take action against pollution and animal endangerment, increase knowledge and understanding, and protect the resources that surround us.
- Martin Knudsen: a pioneer in gas flowsAvailable to watch now, IUVSTA in partnership with Hiden Anayltical, explores the career and influence of a pioneer in gas flows, Martin Knudsen The post Martin Knudsen: a pioneer in gas flows appeared first on Physics World.
- Q&A: Connecting water technology and its potential impactWith water undergoing a transformation, industrial end-users are increasingly embedding sustainable solutions within their operations. Snehal Desai, chief growth and sustainability officer at Evoqua Water Technologies, who is leading an end-user session at BlueTech Forum 2022, says change need not be daunting. What are the biggest issues driving the need for change in water? We […]
- Research aims to to save European peatlands from climate changeA five-year, £3.7m research project involving scientists from across the UK and partners across Europe aims to assess the risk that climate change poses to UK peatlands and create the capability to better manage these important ecosystems. Peatlands store huge amounts of carbon in their natural state, but due to human activity they are now […]
- Lighting product design for a circular economy: workshops in April and MayRecycling expert Recolight’s first training workshop focusing on lighting product design for a circular economy ran in London during April. The course design drew on feedback from the Recolight Circular Economy webinar series. “We were told that the lighting industry need to fully understand the Circular Economy, and how products can be designed to embed […]
- US survey reveals harassment faced by early-career astronomersA new report finds that about a third of those polled in a recent survey experienced discrimination at college or at work. The post US survey reveals harassment faced by early-career astronomers appeared first on Physics World.
- Sustainable Development Program Seeks Teaching Assistants for Fall 2022A variety of positions are available. The deadline for applications is May 5.
- Vacuum technology for mimicking cosmic-dust formation in dying starsAvailable to watch now, IUVSTA in partnership with Hiden Analytical, explores the latest vacuum technology used in the analysis of clusters and nanoparticles The post Vacuum technology for mimicking cosmic-dust formation in dying stars appeared first on Physics World.
- Laser-lit photonic integrated circuits aim for a brighter futureVitreaLab co-founder Jonas Zeuner discusses the company’s unique laser-lit chip technology and how it enables high-performance, power-efficient displays The post Laser-lit photonic integrated circuits aim for a brighter future appeared first on Physics World.
- Reporting on the Climate Apocalypse: An Interview With Brian KahnA prominent journalist and teacher in Columbia’s Climate and Society program, Kahn shares his thoughts on the importance of empathy and humility when communicating about climate change.
- Wildfires in US Pacific Northwest impact air pollution patterns across North AmericaAs blazes in the region increase in intensity and size evidence shows an entire continent’s air quality is being adversely effected. A team of scientists at the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) has found that levels of carbon monoxide increased sharply as wildfires spread across the US Pacific Northwest last August. The period of […] The post Wildfires in US Pacific Northwest impact air pollution patterns across North America appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Flame Retardants: Toxicity in the Name of SafetySafety is a good thing. But sometimes things we do in the name of safety... The post Flame Retardants: Toxicity in the Name of Safety appeared first on Earth911.
- Dosimetry audit on stereotactic radiosurgery applications: Clinical experience of succeSRSJoin the audience for a live webinar on 8 June 2022 sponsored by RTsafe The post Dosimetry audit on stereotactic radiosurgery applications: Clinical experience of succeSRS appeared first on Physics World.
- Earth911 Podcast: Trex Blends Recycling and Engineering to Replace Traditional WoodLeslie Adkins, vice president of marketing and ESG development at Trex, joins the conversation to... The post Earth911 Podcast: Trex Blends Recycling and Engineering to Replace Traditional Wood appeared first on Earth911.
- Maven Moment: Grandma’s ApronsI’ll always remember Grandma Rose wearing an apron. It would have a large pocket in... The post Maven Moment: Grandma’s Aprons appeared first on Earth911.
- Results of a 2020 UK survey for the use of online treatment monitoring solutions for IMRT/VMATJoin the audience for a live webinar on 24 May 2022 sponsored by Sun Nuclear Corporation The post Results of a 2020 UK survey for the use of online treatment monitoring solutions for IMRT/VMAT appeared first on Physics World.
- Don’t Look DownAs permafrost thaws, the ground beneath Alaska is collapsing.
- Electromagnetic cavity could enhance high-temperature superconductorsResearchers propose possible new way to increase transition temperatures in cuprate compounds The post Electromagnetic cavity could enhance high-temperature superconductors appeared first on Physics World.
- FEMA’s new flood insurance system is sinking waterfront homeowners. That might be the point.Premiums are ballooning in states like Florida and Louisiana — and adaptation measures won't bring costs back down.
- Renewables are growing — but a backlog of projects is holding up a greener gridWait times to connect to the grid are going up, and more projects are dropping out in the process.
- Coastal populations unaware homes are unprotected from potential floodingHomeowners in UK coastal areas are not aware they have responsibility for their own flood risk management and have taken little steps to put in flood defences, according to research by the British Sociological Association. The public is increasingly being relied upon to fund their own flood defences, since many projects are part funded by […] The post Coastal populations unaware homes are unprotected from potential flooding appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- ‘Tis the proxy season: A peek into voting guidelines for 2022Tips and recommendations for ESG-inclined investors gleaned from the latest As You Sow voting guidelines report.
- Almost 2m trees cut down daily to meet global toilet paper demandNew research gauges the number of rolls required each day to keep the world wiping, highlighting an often overlooked contributor to deforestation. Eco-friendly toilet paper company Who Gives A Crap is behind a new study that shows the environmental impact of toilet roll. Assuming that half the world’s ‘wipers’ use traditional toilet paper, it is […] The post Almost 2m trees cut down daily to meet global toilet paper demand appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- The ‘Pivot’ to SME sustainabilityHow tech and stories can drive sustainable business practices among small and midsize enterprises.
- Meet Wilk, alternative dairy’s undisruptive disruptorThe Israeli cellular agriculture startup aims to help the diary and infant formula industries feed a growing population more sustainably, with ingredients produced in a lab.
- Why savvy sustainable bonds are integrating a gender lensA number of private companies are already incorporating gender into their sustainability-linked bonds, as part of their broader ESG commitment.
- Carbontech innovation is going ‘bonkers’As more money flows toward carbon removal startups, let’s celebrate those turning captured CO2 into a revenue stream.
- Schrödinger lecture theatre at Trinity College Dublin renamed after sexual-abuse reportsThe university says that it is also considering the future of its annual Schrödinger Lecture Series The post Schrödinger lecture theatre at Trinity College Dublin renamed after sexual-abuse reports appeared first on Physics World.
- Workers of the world, rewildWorkers of the world, rewild Channel Comment brendan 20th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Biden: Federal agencies must consider climate impacts of infrastructure projectsThe changes to the National Environmental Policy Act reverse Trump-era rollbacks, impacting projects from roads to railways to pipelines.
- Forecasting Seasonal Red TideNew science could improve red tide and related respiratory distress forecasts The post Forecasting Seasonal Red Tide appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- MiQ Works with Agencies to Execute Carbon Neutral Digital Ad CampaignsMiQ is working with agencies and brands to execute carbon neutral digital advertising campaigns. The post MiQ Works with Agencies to Execute Carbon Neutral Digital Ad Campaigns appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- New seawall designs could help marine life thriveResearchers at the University of Miami (UM) are working on technology to make seawalls more durable, resilient and ecologically beneficial. The new approach emphasizes habitat development for corals and mangroves.
- LiquidStack Builds First Large-Scale US Data Center to Use 2-Phase Immersion CoolingLiquidStack has partnered with colocation data center provider Standard Power to build the first large-scale colocation data center in the US to use 2-phase immersion cooling. The post LiquidStack Builds First Large-Scale US Data Center to Use 2-Phase Immersion Cooling appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Say hello to the new Toyota electric vehicle, the bZ4XToyota is trying to win the electric vehicle game with a stylish new SUV loaded with techy features. The all-electric bZ4X will be rolling onto the lots of U.S. auto dealers this spring.
- Blockchains Can Help Drive Clean Energy Transitions, Says ReportA new report highlights how blockchains can be essitiental to clean energy transitions. The post Blockchains Can Help Drive Clean Energy Transitions, Says Report appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Health and wellness come first at this apartment complexA building represents architectural elements, tradition, culture, nature, function or any number of other things. But in an era of sustainable focus, the industry is beginning to focus on land management, better use of resources, energy-efficiency, green spaces and more. Since housing shortages abound in most areas, new construction gives builders the opportunity to highlight health and wellness for residents, but also the planet.
- Sleep among birds in this biosphere tree hotelIn the midst of towering pines of a beautiful Swedish landscape is a huge orb hanging suspended from the trees. It is made up of 350 birdhouses. The birdhouses make up a posh hotel room that you can actually go and sleep in.
- U.S. May Have Hit Peak Natural Gas Power Generation, Report SaysIn the U.S., electricity generation using natural gas likely hit its peak in 2020, according to a new report from the Institute for Energy Economics and Finance (IEEFA), which finds that cheaper wind and solar are edging gas off the power grid. Read more on E360 →
- Plug Supplies Walmart with Green Hydrogen to Power Lift FleetWalmart will get liquid green hydrogen to fuel its lift trucks at its US distribution centers. The post Plug Supplies Walmart with Green Hydrogen to Power Lift Fleet appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Geothermal power fuels the fun at Chena Hot SpringsAs my group wanders through the sulfur-smelling greenhouse, looking at tomatoes growing in vertical hangers and a room with 33 types of lettuce, I feel the pull of the huge natural hot springs outside. It’s hard to go on an educational tour of a greenhouse and power plant when I could be soaking mindlessly in a pool of water thick with sulfate, chloride and bicarbonate of sodium. But I’m trying to get a well-rounded picture of Chena Hot Springs and understand its tagline of “where hospitality and sustainability go hand in hand.”
- Coca-Cola, General Mills Join Supplier Leadership on Climate TransitionNine global brands have been added to the Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition (Supplier LoCT), a consortium created to accelerate action throughout the supply chain in the march toward net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The post Coca-Cola, General Mills Join Supplier Leadership on Climate Transition appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- US planetary scientists call for mission to investigate solar system’s ice giants“Decadal survey” of US planetary science prioritizes large-scale probes to Uranus and Saturn's moon Enceladus The post US planetary scientists call for mission to investigate solar system’s ice giants appeared first on Physics World.
- A circular economy for smartphones and laptopsHow a newly rebranded company is helping the environment by repurposing used electronic devices like smartphones and laptops.
- The future is blowing in the windThe future is blowing in the wind Channel News brendan 19th April 2022 Teaser Media
- The Climate-Nutrition Connection in Food SecurityIn early 2021, ACToday, Cheikh Anta Diop University and Senegal’s national meteorological service organized a three-hour webinar to launch discussions about connections between climate and nutrition.
- Putting People and Planet Before Profits: A Q&A With Martin Dietrich BrauchThe senior legal and economics researcher at the Columbia Center on Sustainable Investment wants to overhaul investment policies in order to fight climate change and achieve sustainable development goals.
- Recycling trade association criticises comments of EA chief on waste exportsThe Recycling Association has criticised the “dangerous language” used by Environment Agency chief executive Sir James Bevan. In a speech at a 12 April event organised by Letsrecycle.com and the Environmental Services Association, Sir James expressed his personal view that all waste exports should be ended. The Recycling Association chief executive Simon Ellin warned that […]
- Henkel Lauded for Vastly Improving Its Water and Energy Efficiency RatesGermany-based Henkel wants to reduce its CO2 emissions from its 185 production sites by 75% by 2030 from a 2010 baseline. It is focused on efficiency rates and using more renewable energy. The post Henkel Lauded for Vastly Improving Its Water and Energy Efficiency Rates appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- 3 Ways To Cut Meat Consumption if You’re Not Ready to QuitAmericans eat as much meat as ever, preparing beef and chicken at home at least... The post 3 Ways To Cut Meat Consumption if You’re Not Ready to Quit appeared first on Earth911.
- How Many Trees Would Offset US Big Business Carbon Emitters?According to new research by business gas and electricity broker Utility Bidder, the 10 largest... The post How Many Trees Would Offset US Big Business Carbon Emitters? appeared first on Earth911.
- Amid illegal Amazon gold mining, Indigenous land defenders get reinforcementsExperts say the mines lead to murder, deforestation, pollution, and other crimes against Indigenous people in Brazil.
- Coral reefs will disappear in three decades without urgent interventionEnvironmental scientists have published recommendations to protect coral reefs before they vanish, labelling the ecosystems as ‘canaries in the coal mine’ of climate change. The Vibrant Oceans Initiative has presented a white paper looking at the future of delicate and vulnerable marine habitats at the Our Oceans Conference, which took place on the Palau archipelago […] The post Coral reefs will disappear in three decades without urgent intervention appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Cows, coal, and climate change: A Q&A with the new BLM directorTracy Stone-Manning discusses how the federal agency sees conservation, the climate crisis, and the Indigenous history of public lands.
- Sir Martin Wood: the supercool thinker who founded Oxford InstrumentsJames McKenzie looks back at the remarkable life of the late Sir Martin Wood, who was a pioneer in the commercialization of physics research The post Sir Martin Wood: the supercool thinker who founded Oxford Instruments appeared first on Physics World.
- 6 in 10 UK classrooms have worse air quality than roadsA new study using digital pollution monitors has found high levels of volatile organic compounds, fine dust, and liquid droplets inside British school buildings. According to recent research, six in ten UK classrooms have worse air quality than traffic-filled roads, with 26 different campuses involved in the study, all of which were tested on ten […] The post 6 in 10 UK classrooms have worse air quality than roads appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Defying Some Expectations, Southern Ocean Did Not Increase Carbon Uptake in Ice AgesIn much of the world ocean, there is evidence that iron-rich dust blowing from land has fertilized algae during cold period, increasing uptake of carbon from the air, and keeping things frigid. Not here, says a new study.
- On the road to wireless chargingElectreon, WiTricity and others envision a network of strategic corridors with wireless, in-road charging that could gradually power vehicles along a route, rather than all at once at the destination.
- AI and Blockchain start-up brought into major Scottish infrastructure frameworkA six-year Framework with Morrison Construction and Scottish Water has been awarded to Hypervine, a cleantech construction startup that uses artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain technology “to provide end-to-end site data for construction and mining firms, boosting efficiencies whilst enabling massive reductions in carbon emissions”. Hypervine is described as helping the construction industry to turn […]
- EVs require mined minerals. What if Indigenous people say no to more mining?Governments and industry need to ramp up their partnership game to bring new minerals to market in time to be part of a net-zero solution.
- More action is needed to stop infrastructure barriers holding back environmental progressThis post is by Alex Goodwin, policy advisor, and Jonathan Chappell, senior policy advisor, at the National Infrastructure Commission. In recent years, the web of interdependencies between infrastructure and the environment has become increasingly clear. Well designed infrastructure can protect the environment and mitigate climate […]
- Preserving the Value of Our Ocean by Preventing Plastic WasteWhat does it take to build global projects through partnerships with investors, businesses and nonprofits? This panel will highlight the challenges and opportunities for the GreenBiz community to engage in the fight against plastic pollution and further the circular economy.
- Carbon markets can bridge gap to sustainability goalsSponsored: Carbon markets provide an opportunity to bridge the gap between current commodity markets and supply chain-based goals.
- IPCC: Revolutionary changes in transportation could slow global warming, if done rightSystemic changes under way in the transportation sector from electric vehicles to ride sharing could begin lowering that emissions footprint. But will they reduce emissions enough?
- We Earthlings: Gas-Powered Yard Tool CO2 EmissionsDid you know that a gas-powered lawnmower emits 88 pounds of CO2 annually? The other... The post We Earthlings: Gas-Powered Yard Tool CO2 Emissions appeared first on Earth911.
- How the war in Ukraine marks the end of the fossil fuel eraAs the world’s largest exporter of fossil fuels, Russia sits on the fault lines of the accelerating shift to clean energy.
- Bud Light Next Offsets Emissions, Implements Reduction PlansBud Light Next has measured and offset last year’s carbon emissions to become Climate Neutral Certified and offers reduction plans for future emissions. The post Bud Light Next Offsets Emissions, Implements Reduction Plans appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Train technology gets an eco-upgrade with Revolution VLRThe innovative Revolution VLR (Very Light Rail) passenger vehicle can help extend rail networks and reopen historical lines. With a lightweight bodyshell made using recycled carbon fiber, this eco-friendly travel option contributes zero emissions up to 20 mph. This sustainable train technology tackles multiple problems at once for rail networks. Here's how it works.
- Frito-Lay Adding Electric Fleet to Texas OperationsFrito-Lay is adding 40 electric trucks from Ford to increase its sustainability in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The post Frito-Lay Adding Electric Fleet to Texas Operations appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- 21,622 Americans call on The Home Depot to protect our forestsSammy Herdman Save The Boreal Forest Campaign, AssociateContact person by email Read more about Sammy Herdman Monday, April 18, 2022 The Home Depot has the opportunity to protect our climate, biodiversity and people. Consumers urge the company to step up.
- From Earth Day 1970 to 2022: A story of progressTuesday, April 19, 2022 The rise of solar power since the first Earth Day is just one example of how far we’ve come
- Good Earth Tea celebrates 50th anniversary with tasty blendsAny tea drinker will likely recognize the Good Earth Tea brand. Considering it was launched in sunny California in 1972 and has continuously developed new flavors for 50 years, it’s a well-known brand for novice or veteran palettes.
- Voluntary ESG Reporting Could Give Companies Market BoostA new report shows how companies can take on voluntary ESG reporting and how it can benefit their businesses. The post Voluntary ESG Reporting Could Give Companies Market Boost appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Rivendell net-zero energy house optimizes solar energySurrounded by lush scenery in Harvard, Massachusetts is the Jenson-DeLeeuw Net-Zero Energy House by Paul Lukez Architecture. The dwelling is often referred to as Rivendell by the owners, a reference to J.R.R. Tolkien's elvish village in Middle Earth. Rivendell uses various systems to harness copious amounts of solar energy and features several passive design strategies that allow for thermal comfort and airflow.
- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, Connecticut’s Ocean ChampionRepresenting Connecticut’s 3rd district, and advocating for our ocean, for more than 31 years The post Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, Connecticut’s Ocean Champion appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Crash after hitting the waves at this surfers refugeWhat began as a discussion around creating a crash pad for surfers came to reality. It resulted in a coastal refuge for active water sports enthusiasts frequenting La Saladita Beach in La Saladita, Mexico.
- Bioclimatic house fits a meditation space under the poolThe APS/ pablo senmartin arqitectos bioclimatic house in Villa Parque Siquiman, Argentina floats over natural vegetation with views of a distant lake. It's a weekend house with a carefree, breezy modern feel. However, the house is actually the result of an in-depth study on the current construction problems in the Argentinian natural territory.
- Machine learning predicts when background noise impairs hearingHearing aids could be tailored to specific users The post Machine learning predicts when background noise impairs hearing appeared first on Physics World.
- US Foods Commits to Using 100% Renewable Diesel for its Distribution CentersThe company details how it will convert all California broadline distribution centers’ onsite fueling to 100% renewable diesel fuel by mid-2022. The post US Foods Commits to Using 100% Renewable Diesel for its Distribution Centers appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Earth Day 2022: Invest in ConservationEvery year Earth Day reminds us that nature provides life-sustaining sources of nourishment, energy and shelter, and we must each do our part to take care of the planet. Today the intensifying impacts of climate change demand that we pay closer attention and take action to tackle the challenges facing our environment more than just one day a year.
- Sustainability Start-ups: Creativity in the Transition to An Environmentally Sound SocietyI am amazed by the work I’ve seen by my students and graduates as they translate their environmental principles into practical sustainability practice in a world desperate for innovation.
- Sustainable Investing: How Effective Is It Really?Can your personal investments really help to fight climate change and advance sustainable development? The real-world impacts are inconclusive.
- Why Are Nature-Based Solutions on Climate Being Overlooked?Nature-based initiatives, such as planting mangroves and revitalizing wetlands, have proven effective in making communities more resilient to climate change. But international funding has shortchanged such solutions in favor of more costly and less efficient engineering projects. Read more on E360 →
- Suntory Announces 100% Plant-based Plastic Bottle PrototypeGrocery store shelves are filled end-to-end with single-use plastic packaging. Shoppers, whether they like plastic... The post Suntory Announces 100% Plant-based Plastic Bottle Prototype appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: As Buying Used Rises, eBay Invests for SustainabilityThe transition to more sustainable shopping is underway, and we’re pleased to welcome eBay’s chief... The post Earth911 Podcast: As Buying Used Rises, eBay Invests for Sustainability appeared first on Earth911.
- New study suggests renewables susceptible to ‘energy droughts’With wind and solar potential varying widely year-on-year, backup power sources will be needed as the world moves to greener, emission-free networks. Research conducted by Upmanu Lall, a professor at Columbia Engineering and the Columbia Climate School, New York, shows that fluctuations in the elements involved in renewable energy systems could leave nations vulnerable to […] The post New study suggests renewables susceptible to ‘energy droughts’ appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- CO2 pipelines are coming. A pipeline safety expert says we’re not ready.Companies want to build pipelines to capture and store carbon, but a new report warns that regulators aren’t prepared.
- How rights of nature and wild rice could stop a pipelineMeet the Ojibwe attorney fighting a Line 3 expansion that threatens Indigenous rights and the environment
- Hopes and fears: the future of XRHopes and fears: the future of XR Channel Comment Yasmin 18th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Can the EPA actually make school buses greener?Electric school buses could greatly reduce students’ exposure to diesel emissions.
- In lobbyists vs. sustainability, the lobbyists are winningThe insane thing about this lobbying — aside from the disregard it shows for, well, human civilization — is that companies need climate legislation to hit their targets.
- Sustainable investing expert Alison Taylor on ESG misconceptions and why ethics are part of the equationThe BSR advisor, NYU professor and executive director at Ethical Systems discusses what concerning orthodoxies she’s seeing begin to ossify, and what leadership in ESG investing should really be doing right now.
- Why you should become the ultimate decision makerWhat happens inside large and small companies when sustainability changers come to the office.
- Saks, UnitedHealth Group, Wells Fargo hire their first sustainability executivesOther career moves from Microsoft, HSBC, JPMorgan Chase, Plenty and many others in the first quarter of 2022.
- Companies: Are you ready for your close-up on climate policy?Statements about policy positions matter, but much more important is for companies to advocate vigorously and persistently for bold climate policy
- Sustainable Agriculture Programs Driving Carbon MarketsGlobal food security and climate change are interconnected challenges. The results are in from over 540,000-acre North American sustainable agriculture pilot programs - and the experts on the ground, from Nutrien Ag Solutions, have a message to share. Sustainable and productive agriculture requires whole-acre solutions and carbon markets play a role in the future of agriculture. This isn’t new, but it’s critical in feeding the world’s growing population with the same amount or even less resources. However, the carbon market and protocols for agricultural systems remain immature and need to continue to evolve following a science-based and practical approach to…
- 6 Green DIY Projects for Home and GardenWith Earth Day just around the corner, you may be thinking about how to make... The post 6 Green DIY Projects for Home and Garden appeared first on Earth911.
- How climate change is disrupting the global supply chainExtreme weather, from floods to wildfires, is increasingly hammering ports, highways and factories worldwide.
- Bee diversity needed to sustain life on EarthNew research shows that the variety of bee species, not just the number of bees, plays a huge role in maintaining wild plants and healthy ecosystems. Scientists at Rutgers University, New Jersey, have undertaken a study that proves habitats only flourish with a mixture of many bee species, rather than a small number of dominant […] The post Bee diversity needed to sustain life on Earth appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Young people start food gardens in the Cape FlatsPerhaps the greatest problem and fear we face in SA today is the millions of unemployed youth walking the streets; many of them with degrees and most with only basic education. This is a recipe for revolution and crime. Young men are often seen as a problem and are more easily caught up in “get […]
- The Green Production Guide helps Hollywood reduce its footprintHollywood may not come to mind first when considering climate impacts, but feature films require enormous amounts of building materials, energy and travel. To address this, The Green Production Guide helps movie studios find sustainable solutions. Everything from catering to set design can help production companies reduce their environmental impact.
- Climate SolutionsCLIMATE SOLUTIONS Every organisation has a role to play in helping to address climate change.... The post Climate Solutions appeared first on Earth911.
- New DISSOLVE pods help cut down on plastic wasteAs part of its efforts to reduce plastic waste, SC Johnson announced its new DISSOLVE Concentrated Pods in its Windex, Scrubbing Bubbles and fantastik brands in the U.S. Combined with a refillable bottle, the company says this system will use 94% less plastic per refill.
- Solar, Wind Energy Demand Leads to Shortage, PPA Price IncreasesRising gas prices, supply chain issues and overall demand are creating a rise in prices for power purchase agreements. The post Solar, Wind Energy Demand Leads to Shortage, PPA Price Increases appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Mercedes-Benz to Supply 70% of Energy Needs with Renewables, Halve Vehicle EmissionsBy using green steel, improving battery technology and implementing renewable energy and more recycled materials, Mercedes-Benz plans to significantly reduce the carbon emissions of its vehicles. The post Mercedes-Benz to Supply 70% of Energy Needs with Renewables, Halve Vehicle Emissions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- This sustainable kitchen remodel maximizes efficiencyA Mar Vista kitchen remodel by Sato Architects is showing how even tiny post-war tract houses can be made sustainable. The original 1,000-square-foot house home had never been renovated or updated. With a limited budget, Sato Architects transformed the kitchen by adding just 75 square feet and reconfiguring the nearby dining room and living room into an open concept floor plan. The completed renovation features all new finishes and appliances.
- Art installation raises concerns on the rising sea levelSt. Petersburg, Florida is already struggling with the effects of significant rising sea level. TIDAL, created by The Urban Conga, is an art installation that uses play to spark conversations about this important topic related to climate change.
- Metal walls panels from Dri-Design are 100% recyclableDri-Design started out as a small business. The founders of Dri-Design used their experience and their hands-on knowledge to see exactly what was wrong with certain building materials and how to make them a lot better. They saw how the metal panel systems that were used for decades could become sustainable aspects of a building.
- Home biogas systems offer solution for waste managementHomeBiogas develops biogas systems enabling people and businesses to turn their organic waste into clean energy for cooking or heating, on-site. HomeBiogas is a publicly traded Israeli company engaged in developing, manufacturing, distributing, and selling domestic and industrial-scale biogas systems that offer a comprehensive solution for waste management, renewable energy creation, clean cooking, fertilizer production, […]
- Reviewing Plastic Waste in VietnamResults are in for Hanoi and Nam Dinh city plastics study The post Reviewing Plastic Waste in Vietnam appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Physics of cooking perfect pasta, plant-inspired actuator cracks bricksExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Physics of cooking perfect pasta, plant-inspired actuator cracks bricks appeared first on Physics World.
- Apple’s Suppliers Double Their Use of Renewable EnergyApple announced that its suppliers more than doubled their use of clean power over the last year. Here's how. The post Apple’s Suppliers Double Their Use of Renewable Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Once Rocked by Nuclear Disaster, Fukushima Is Now a Renewables HubMore than a decade after a major nuclear power plant disaster, Fukushima, Japan is seeing extensive renewable energy development on abandoned lands, as satellite imagery from NASA shows.Read more on E360 →
- Peggy Shepard to Speak at Columbia Climate School GraduationEnvironmental justice advocate Peggy Shepard will deliver the keynote address at Columbia Climate School’s inaugural Class Day ceremony on May 13.
- Winning Patterns in Sustainability and ESGWinning Patterns in Sustainability and ESG: How can corporate leaders adopt a more strategic approach towards ESG and ensure growth, agility, and good risk management. The post Winning Patterns in Sustainability and ESG appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- At 90, Still Studying Ancient PollenLamont’s Linda Heusser turned 90 years old on April 12, and the only birthday present she really wanted was another sediment core to study.
- Glacier Retreat in the Andes is Bankrupting a Billion Dollar CorporationThe developer of a controversial hydroelectric project in Chile has filed for bankruptcy, blaming Andean glacier retreat and droughts for low water flows.
- Over 314,000 homes benefit from England flood protection workA six year, £2.6bn project to safeguard houses in England against storms has exceeded its original target of helping 14,000 addresses. More than 314,000 homes have now benefited from flood protection work undertaken by the Environment Agency and the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs between 2015 and 2021, far exceeding the original goal […] The post Over 314,000 homes benefit from England flood protection work appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Caroline Reid Awards honour this year’s clean-up championsAwards were handed out to this year’s clean-up volunteers to recognise their tireless efforts in keeping our rivers and oceans clean. Plastics SA used National Water Week (20-26 March 2022) to recognize the commitment and dedication of our country’s water warriors by awarding the annual Caroline Reid Awards for Clean-Up Champions of the Year. “We […]
- Investing in Trees With the Canopy ProjectTree planting is often dismissed as a “nice to have” but ultimately insignificant part of... The post Investing in Trees With the Canopy Project appeared first on Earth911.
- How Bumble Bee Seafood Partners with Retailers to Increase RecyclingBumble Bee Seafood says that it is on board the sustainability ship — the one that makes it easier for both consumers and retailers to recycle. The post How Bumble Bee Seafood Partners with Retailers to Increase Recycling appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Earth911 Podcast: Recycleye’s Victor Dewulf on Sorting Waste Using AutomationMeet Victor Dewulf, co-founder and CEO of Recycleye, a London-based company that makes machine vision... The post Earth911 Podcast: Recycleye’s Victor Dewulf on Sorting Waste Using Automation appeared first on Earth911.
- They derailed climate action for a decade. And bragged about it.New research sheds light on the Global Climate Coalition’s efforts to block legislation.
- Rich countries are illegally exporting plastic trash to poor countries, data suggestsA watchdog group alleges "rampant" violations of international law.
- Studies find climate change is driving ‘decisive increase’ in violent hurricanesTwo new studies offer fresh insights into how climate change is shaping today’s hurricanes.
- Legally bound: The climate litigation and contract law boomMartin Guttridge-Hewitt explores how activists pushing green agendas through courts, and lawyers adapting business practices to reflect the crisis, are signs of an environmental groundshift in public and private legislation. In spring 2021, the UK Government lost a major judicial ruling. After years of warnings, the Court of Justice of the European Union found in […] The post Legally bound: The climate litigation and contract law boom appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Episode 312: European energy security, circular buildingsBusinessGreen editor in chief James Murray discusses how the Ukraine power is writing the rules for energy security in European, and GreenBiz Senior Analyst John Davies chats about salary dynamics for corporate sustainability professionals.
- Nestle, Danone, Unilever and PepsiCo agree on plastic chemical recycling principlesConsumer goods giants set a united vision for how the plastic chemical recycling industry.
- Earth911 Inspiration: When the Last Tree Has DiedToday’s inspiration is a proverb attributed to the Cree, a Native American tribe from what... The post Earth911 Inspiration: When the Last Tree Has Died appeared first on Earth911.
- Ending edible extinction: Why we need to revive global food diversityWith climate change increasingly threatening food systems, building agricultural resilience means restoring endangered crop and food varieties.
- Bridging the human rights gap in ESG investingESG assets could exceed US$50 trillion by 2025, but ESG as a framework does not sufficiently capture harms to people.
- Dogs 'healthier on vegan diets'Dogs 'healthier on vegan diets' Channel News brendan 15th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Hydropower sparks debate as New York fights for clean energyRenewable energy faces an uncertain future in New York. After the Indian Point nuclear plant shut down last year, the state returned to fossil fuels. Now, fossil fuels power about 90% of New York's grid. As the state finds new energy sources to meet emission targets, divided opinions complicate the way forward. While some experts push for hydropower, others voice concerns.
- Vegan dog food diets examined in new studyFido might not like this news, but a new peer-reviewed study revealed that vegan dogs are healthier than omnivorous ones. The analysis of 2,500 canines concluded that vegan dogs take fewer medications and require fewer visits to veterinarians. Dog owners completed surveys which were analyzed by authors of the study, which was published in the journal Plos One. A little more than half of the survey participants fed their dogs a conventional meat-based diet. A third of the dogs dined on raw meat...
- Why You Should Love SeagullsThey are more than just scavenging garbage birds The post Why You Should Love Seagulls appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Bain & Company Targets Net Negative Emissions Aided by Natural Carbon RemovalBain & Company has a goal to achieve net negative emissions and is focusing on natural removal projects, including forestry efforts across the world, to get there. The post Bain & Company Targets Net Negative Emissions Aided by Natural Carbon Removal appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Grow a mountain of fruit in your gardenAccording to UNESCO, the global demand for food will increase by 50% between 2012 and 2050, driven by population growth. Given the uncertain times in which we live, it is highly unlikely agriculture will be able to provide this food. Fertiliser prices have surged and become unaffordable to many farmers. They also predict that we […]
- A photographer captures glacier melt over the yearsMona Miri holds many titles in the art world. As photo editor and photo art director of photography for Boston Magazine, she is charged with overseeing all of the photography from cover to cover of each publication. She also is a regularly contributing photographer.
- Oil Pipeline in East Africa Faces Mounting ResistanceA controversial oil pipeline project, which would connect oilfields in Uganda to the port of Tanga on the coast of Tanzania, is facing stiff opposition from environmentalists, who have rallied a growing number of banks and insurers to their cause.Read more on E360 →
- Building climate resilience for an extreme futureUnderstanding multiplier effects, and using them to your advantage is critical to building climate change resilience into your business, writes Jayson Coomer, CFO for Chicoa Fish Farm. The breakdown in our climate is accelerating at a rapid pace. This was the overriding message of a report issued by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) […]
- Measuring gravity outdoors using a quantum gas, breakthroughs in materials processing and particle physicsIn this podcast we speak to physicists who have taken a delicate experiment outside The post Measuring gravity outdoors using a quantum gas, breakthroughs in materials processing and particle physics appeared first on Physics World.
- All-natural soap is a perfect solution for your dirty petsThe health and beauty industry has its share of bad publicity when it comes to the use of chemicals in its products. As consumers become more aware of the damage caused by products that set out to make us look and smell good, the wave has rolled over into products for pet care too.
- Sanitising trolley wipes repurposed into furnitureSani-touch’s used pre-saturated sanitising trolley wipes have been recycled and repurposed into jungle gyms, benches and other outdoor furniture that can be used again and again to support a circular economy. The first retailer to recycle Sani-touch’s sanitising wipes, Shoprite is now closing the loop and creating a circular economy. The first eco-friendly jungle gym […]
- Google will Invest $9.5 Billion in US Data Centers, Other BuildingsGoogle is continuing to invest heavily in data centers and other facilities as part of its sustainability targets. The post Google will Invest $9.5 Billion in US Data Centers, Other Buildings appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Bridgestone Develops Recycling Solution for End-of-Life TiresBridgestone is partnering with Carbon Capture and Transformation company LanzaTech to develop a scaled solution for recycling end-of-life tires. The two companies will co-develop an end-of-life tire recycling process leveraging LanzaTech’s CCT technology, creating a pathway toward tire material circularity and the decarbonization of new tire production. The post Bridgestone Develops Recycling Solution for End-of-Life Tires appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Stream2Sea reef-safe sunscreen goes the extra mile for EarthStream2Sea is a small business dedicated to producing personal products that are safe for humans, animals and plants. The ocean-safe body care products and sunscreens are toxin-free, thoroughly tested for animal safety and setting a standard for sustainable products as the only line in the world tested and proven safe for C. elegans, freshwater fish, saltwater fish and coral larvae.
- Honeywell’s Strengthened Sustainability CommitmentsHoneywell announced a new set of commitments that further advance its sustainability goals beyond the company's existing commitment to become carbon neutral in its facilities and operations by 2035. The post Honeywell’s Strengthened Sustainability Commitments appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Space Station Instrument Provides Newly Detailed Look at Plants’ Drought ResistancePlants in the same groups often show similar drought resistance independent of the climate in which they grow.
- Quantum measurement splits information three waysPhotonic experiment shows the limits of recovering information about a quantum state The post Quantum measurement splits information three ways appeared first on Physics World.
- LASER shines on in MunichDedicated to showcasing the latest innovations in all types of optical technologies, LASER World of PHOTONICS will feature more than 800 suppliers of both industrial systems and scientific equipment The post LASER shines on in Munich appeared first on Physics World.
- Ocean festival leaves art legacy in Sea PointTwo public art installations along the Sea Point promenade, 22 photographs and a 16 square metre mural, remain as a legacy of love and ocean awareness left by the Wavescape Surf & Ocean Festival. As a gift to the thousands who walk the promenade, the finalists of a special photographic competition were placed along the […]
- 6 Proven Tips for a Better Night’s SleepA good night’s sleep directly impacts your mental and physical well-being. If you sleep for fewer hours or have disturbed sleep, your productivity, emotional balance, and weight will be adversely affected. Sleep deprivation can also result in stress, depression, and … 6 Proven Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep Read More » The post 6 Proven Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep appeared first on Eco Friend.
- Quantum approximate optimization algorithm can be implemented using Rydberg atomsExisting quantum hardware could tackle practical problems, say physicists The post Quantum approximate optimization algorithm can be implemented using Rydberg atoms appeared first on Physics World.
- 6 Organic Pest-Control Solutions for Your GardenWould you like to deter garden pests from damaging your plants without harming your family,... The post 6 Organic Pest-Control Solutions for Your Garden appeared first on Earth911.
- Reseach finds a genomic time machine in sea spongesNew research from the University of New Hampshire showcases a novel approach to understanding the complex evolution of sponges and the microbes that live in symbiosis with them. With this “genomic time machine,” researchers say they can predict aspects of reef and ocean ecosystems through hundreds of millions of years of dramatic evolutionary change, including […]
- 5 years after Hurricane Harvey, many in Houston are still waiting for helpTexas turned disaster aid for Harvey into a competition. Guess who’s losing out?
- Why high gas prices aren’t necessarily good for the climatePrice spikes alone don't change our driving habits — but an increase in the gas tax might.
- Study: Global warming will stay below 2 degrees C — if countries actually keep their promisesBut 1.5 degrees, the world’s most ambitious goal, still looks out of reach.
- Report reveals gaps in UK EV supply chainResearch from Birmingham City University has shown that proposals to open the UK’s largest electric vehicle (EV) battery production facility will expose a ‘marked gap’ in the national supply chain. Earlier this year, plans for a major electric car battery Gigafactory on the site of Coventry Airport received backing from local authorities, MPs, and the […] The post Report reveals gaps in UK EV supply chain appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Is your electric utility blocking climate action?According to a new report, the chances are high.
- Tropical megacities enter new phase of declining airA new study appears to reveal rapid degradation in air quality in megacities in Africa, Asia and the Middle East – as well as increases in urban exposure to air pollutants hazardous to health. Published on 8 April in Science Advances, the investigation – led by UCL – looked at 46* future megacities in these […]
- Nominations for the AEMT Awards are officially openThe nomination process for the 2022 Association of Electrical and Mechanical Trades (AEMT) awards programme is now officially open. Building on its past successes, the fifth outing of this sector-specific awards scheme will culminate in a gala presentation ceremony on Thursday 17 November at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Coventry. Centrally located for easy […]
- Climate change will reshuffle marine ecosystems in unexpected waysWarming of the oceans due to climate change will mean fewer productive fish species to catch in the future, according to a new Rutgers Univeristy study that found as temperatures warm, predator-prey interactions will prevent species from keeping up with the conditions where they could thrive. The study, published in the journal Proceedings of the […]
- The government’s EV charging strategy is woefully underpoweredThis post is by Sophie O’Connell, policy assistant at Green Alliance. The UK had its sights firmly on an electric vehicle (EV) revolution when it committed to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030 and set a zero emission vehicle […]
- Sunscreen chemicals found in Mediterranean seagrassA new study has found that Posidonia oceanica is absorbing UV filters, potentially damaging fragile ecosystems. With southern Europe preparing for its first fully open summer after two years of travel restrictions and lockdowns, many destinations on the Mediterranean Sea are hoping for significant tourism footfall over the coming months. However, researchers conducting an investigation […] The post Sunscreen chemicals found in Mediterranean seagrass appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- No stopping Just Stop OilNo stopping Just Stop Oil Channel News brendan 14th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Healthy Trees = Healthy EnvironmentHow to Take Care of The Trees on Your Property What has lots of bark, but no bite? Trees, of course! Ensure your landscaping is barking up the right tree by taking care of the towering giants – or […] The post Healthy Trees = Healthy Environment appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- AI and infrared spectroscopy identify the age and species of mosquitoesCombining mid-infrared spectroscopy with deep learning could provide a rapid, cost-effective way to identify the ageing mosquitoes that transmit the malaria parasite The post AI and infrared spectroscopy identify the age and species of mosquitoes appeared first on Physics World.
- Inside the new $100 million women-led climate tech fundThe fund is led by managing partners Sierra Peterson and Sarah Sclarsic and supported a suite of investors and partners across the corporate, climate tech and environmental worlds including past or present CEOs of General Electric, Lyft and Shopify.
- All-in-one grey water recycling system for smaller buildingsWater reuse technology specialist SDS has launched a grey water treatment system that it says makes it simpler and more cost-effective for developments, such as smaller hotels, residential and commercial buildings, to operate low-maintenance grey water recycling. The all-in-one, pre-fabricated, skid-mounted system also “provides an opportunity for easy retrofitting into existing buildings where space is […]
- 2020 SEPA data shows impact of COVID-19 on Scottish emissionsThe Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has published its Scottish Pollutant Release Inventory (SPRI) data for 2020 following a cyber-attack in December 2020. SPRI provides a valuable picture of the amount of pollutants released in Scotland from SEPA-regulated industrial sites. It is a publicly accessible electronic database which provides information for policy makers, academics and […]
- Fisher trawling rocked by Dogger Bank bylawsFisher trawling rocked by Dogger Bank bylaws Channel News brendan 14th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Food and agtech investments don’t stack up with climate needsVenture capital investors pumped $51.7 billion into agrifood technologies in 2021 but is that money going to the best mitigation solutions.
- $650 million investment is the biggest so far in direct air captureSwiss direct air capture (DAC) start-up firm Climeworks announced on 5 April that it has signed an equity round of $650 million (CHF 600 million), an apparent milestone in the financing of the carbon removal industry. The funding is intended to unlock the next phase of Climeworks’ growth, “scaling direct air capture up to multi-million-ton […]
- Veolia launches biorefinery project to produce CO2-neutral biofuel from pulp productionVeolia has launched what it calls the world’s largest biorefinery project “producing CO2-neutral bio-methanol from a pulp mill, located in Finland”. The project aims to unlock the potential of this alternative source of feedstock for biofuel that is almost completely unexplored to date. Developed in close cooperation with Metsä Fibre, said to be the world’s […]
- How corporations can support 24/7 carbon-free energyIn its most detailed policy roadmap to date, Google has published a blueprint for what it will take to get the power sector to 24/7, carbon-free energy.
- Sustainable concept for wood-based textile fibresAn international prize for scientific achievements relevant to forestry has been given to the developers of a system for producing textile fibres from waste wood. The 2022 Marcus Wallenberg Prize went to Professor Ilkka Kilpeläinen and Professor Herbert Sixta for the development and use of novel ionic liquids to process wood biomass into high-performance textile […]
- 6 pressing questions about beef and climate change, answeredIs beef more resource-intensive than other foods? Can beef be produced more sustainably? Do we all need to stop eating beef right now?
- €1 million award for app-supported regreening programmeA project that aims to help farmers restore land and introduce more sustainable methods has secured a €1 million grant from the Dutch National Lottery. Justdiggit has secured the award for its mobile-driven regreening app, a delivery platform for tutorials on low-tech, indigenous methods including rainwater harvesting and tree restoration. The funding follows a successful […]
- Funding for world-first liquid H2 bunkering facility for shipsThe creator of what’s claimed to be world’s first liquid hydrogen bunkering facility for fuelling zero-emission ships has won a UK Government grant to develop a unit ready for rapid deployment to ports around the world. Steven Lua, CEO of Unitrove Innovation, part of the Unitrove Group, said the £30,000 Transport Research and Innovation Grant […]
- Children’s Books for Earth DayChildren face the reality of a life-long experience of a planet in crisis. They need... The post Children’s Books for Earth Day appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Quiz #84: Earth Day Goals for 2030Quick, what are the key goals for reducing human impacts on the planet’s environment? Earth... The post Earth911 Quiz #84: Earth Day Goals for 2030 appeared first on Earth911.
- New geothermal plants could solve America’s lithium supply crunchNew projects in California's Salton Sea could extract the metal — needed for electric vehicle batteries — at scale.
- Unique online tool for repair cafés gets an updateThe latest version of a free online resource for repair cafés – the Repair Café Carbon Calculator from Farnham Repair Café (FRC) – went live on 13 April. The group says the upgrade complements “right to repair” laws and associated trends. In March 2021, the first-ever right to repair laws came into effect in the […]
- Webinar: “A new era for waste management infrastructure to deliver net zero and clean air goals”Local authorities are legally required to introduce separate food waste collections from 2023. The UK government has said AD is the preferred treatment for this resource, to recover valuable renewable energy, fertiliser and increasingly CO2, and prevent methane emissions. To maximise the opportunities presented by this transition, the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA) has […]
- Salesforce Works Toward a Global Effort to Make Blue Carbon Projects ConsistentAt the Our Ocean Conference convened in the Republic of Palau, Salesforce announced a global collaborative effort aimed at driving consistent standards around high-quality blue carbon projects and credits. Blue carbon is the carbon captured by ocean and coastal ecosystems, such as mangroves and seagrasses, that is increasingly used by companies to offset their carbon emissions on their paths to reach The post Salesforce Works Toward a Global Effort to Make Blue Carbon Projects Consistent appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- PFAS and other chemicals found in dollar store productsA huge number of products sold at dollar stores contain harmful chemicals. A study on various products, including toys, electronics and food, found that many contained per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other harmful chemicals.
- How ACToday Builds a Global Community of Climate-Trained Decision MakersIn the last year, project members trained more than 1,600 professionals and graduate students on integrating climate knowledge into food planning and policy, to help combat hunger.
- Conservation projects on track to score $1 billionThe new America the Beautiful Challenge will help tribes, territories, states and NGOs apply for grants for conservation projects. The Biden administration plans to use the new $1 billion program to help reach its goal of conserving 30% of U.S. waters and lands by 2030.
- Alphabet, Meta, Stripe, Shopify, McKinsey Launch $925M Carbon Removal EffortStripe, Alphabet, Shopify, Meta and McKinsey Sustainability launch a carbon removal organization called Frontier. The post Alphabet, Meta, Stripe, Shopify, McKinsey Launch $925M Carbon Removal Effort appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Vintage-inspired kitchenware from Smithey is built to lastCooking should bring joy. While every experience may not elicit glee, having quality cookware can certainly enhance the experience. Smithey takes the very basic idea of creating long-lasting, durable cookware to the next level with craftsman-style cookware.
- Deloitte Investing $1 Billion in Sustainability ProgramDeloitte is enhancing its Sustainability and Climate practice with a large financial investment and adding a network of experts in the area. The post Deloitte Investing $1 Billion in Sustainability Program appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Intel Commits to Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2040Today, Intel Corporation pledged to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in its global operations by 2040. The post Intel Commits to Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2040 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Made in the USA cotton sheets come from sustainable farmingProducers of high-quality textiles are bringing locally-grown cotton and bedsheets back to America. North Alabama's Red Land Cotton produces its own home-grown cotton on a third-generation family farm. They create luxury linens like sheets and towels out of their cotton. It's a sustainable farming operation that aims to change the way we buy cotton home goods.
- 3 prefab CLT condos are being built in CanadaThe first cross-laminated timber (CLT) condo project in Toronto, Canada will make a big difference in the way people see prefabricated construction. Prefabrication is a highly effective way to create sustainable buildings that use fewer materials. Windmill Development Group, Leader Lan Developments and R-Hauz worked together to create three prefab CLT condo projects to Toronto.
- Raptor Maps Closes $22M in Series B Funding for New Software PlatformRaptor Maps has closed $22 million in Series B funding to enhance its Raptor Solar software platform. Raptor Solar is a software-as-a-service platform for the entire solar lifecycle, from financing and development through operations. The post Raptor Maps Closes $22M in Series B Funding for New Software Platform appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Carbon nanotubes could stabilize energy-rich nitrogen chainsMachine learning predicts the stability of polymeric nitrogen The post Carbon nanotubes could stabilize energy-rich nitrogen chains appeared first on Physics World.
- Civil society braces for another West Coast seismic battleJust months after two separate High Courts granted interim urgent interdicts against two different seismic surveys off the East and West Coasts – both predominantly as a result of insufficient consultation with affected communities – Tosaco Energy received authorisation from the Department of Mineral Resources and Environment (DMRE) to proceed with seismic blasting in Block […]
- How to Be a More Sustainable Clothes ShopperKnowing where to begin and how to go about being a more sustainable clothes shopper is one of the most challenging aspects of the process. If you’re unsure how to shop for clothes efficiently, here are some pointers and suggestions […] The post How to Be a More Sustainable Clothes Shopper appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- Summer 2022 Internship Opportunities at the Columbia Center on Sustainable InvestmentTwo summer internship opportunities are available. The application deadline is April 30.
- Effective Ways to Be More Eco-FriendlyPeople are becoming more enlightened on the need to be eco-friendly. Many people recycle rubbish without putting too much thought into it. But, if you look at the bigger picture, various ways can go a long way in helping you […] The post Effective Ways to Be More Eco-Friendly appeared first on The Environmental Blog.
- Next-generation measurement systems: future challenges and opportunitiesAvailable to watch now, the IOP Publishing journal Measurement Science and Technology, explores the challenges and opportunities of advanced measurement systems The post Next-generation measurement systems: future challenges and opportunities appeared first on Physics World.
- A Global Instrument to End Plastic PollutionThe world made a big step forward to keep plastics out of our ocean at the United Nations Environmental Assembly The post A Global Instrument to End Plastic Pollution appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Plant-Based ShoesVegans and vegetarians who want to extend their cruelty-free choices from their diet into their... The post Plant-Based Shoes appeared first on Earth911.
- Colour-changing sensor raises a pink flag to hydrogen leaksMicron-scale device could alert operators to gas escaping from hydrogen fuel stations, generators and pipelines The post Colour-changing sensor raises a pink flag to hydrogen leaks appeared first on Physics World.
- Livestock feeding plants are missed carbon capture opportunityIn addition to feeding animals and people, som crops also have a largely untapped ability to safely deposit CO2 deep into the ground. A contributing author to the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report has highlighted the need for agriculture to play a role in removing carbon from the atmosphere. Jacobo Arango is […] The post Livestock feeding plants are missed carbon capture opportunity appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Earth911 Podcast: Electra Battery Materials CEO Trent Mell on EV Battery TrendsThe rise of electric vehicles comes with hard choices. The availability of cobalt and lithium... The post Earth911 Podcast: Electra Battery Materials CEO Trent Mell on EV Battery Trends appeared first on Earth911.
- How a town tethered to coral learned to save its reef — and itselfIf the coral were to disappear, it wouldn’t be long before Brazil's Porto de Galinhas would fade away too.
- Historically redlined neighborhoods have twice the number of oil and gas wellsA new study reveals the link between structural racism and pollution.
- Ask me anything: Martin Weides – ‘I love working in large, international teams; understanding problems and pushing boundaries to shape the future’Martin Weides is head of the quantum-circuits group at the University of Glasgow and consultant technical director to the firm Oxford Instruments Nanoscience The post Ask me anything: Martin Weides – ‘I love working in large, international teams; understanding problems and pushing boundaries to shape the future’ appeared first on Physics World.
- The GreenFin Interview: The view of Wall Street, with State Street’s CFO and head of ESGWhat does it take to install trust in financial institutions these days? State Street seems to be trying.
- Europe’s ten most polluting airlines revealed amid calls to end free CO2 permitsA new investigation into the EU’s ‘dirtiest’ air passenger carriers has been published as campaigners push to end the ‘license to pollute for free’. Ryanair and Lufthansa have topped a table of Europe’s most polluting airlines for 2021. Research by Transport & Environment (T&E), the continent’s leading clean transport campaign group, shows the two air […] The post Europe’s ten most polluting airlines revealed amid calls to end free CO2 permits appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Amid Hopes and Fears, a Plastics Boom in Appalachia Is On HoldThe rise of fracking in Appalachia has fed visions of turning the Ohio River Valley into a petrochemical and plastics hub. But overproduction of plastic, opposition to natural gas pipelines, and public concern about rampant plastic waste are upending those plans. Read more on E360 →
- Cherenkov light could enable dosimetry of molecular radiation therapySurface measurements of Cherenkov light emitted during molecular radiation therapy could be used to develop a new dosimetry technique The post Cherenkov light could enable dosimetry of molecular radiation therapy appeared first on Physics World.
- The end of 'vroom, vroom'? Mattel brings first carbon neutral electric vehicle toys to mass marketThe launch of Mega Bloks Green Town range aims to encourage sustainable behaviors in children from an early age.
- The role of robotics in carbon-neutral warehousesMaking warehouse logistics carbon neutral will look different in every industry, but it starts with energy efficiency measures such as lighting upgrades.
- Light, nano, action: using light to manipulate nanoscale objectsJustus Ndukaife develops plasmonic nanotweezers for applications including quantum photonics and biomolecule analysis The post Light, nano, action: using light to manipulate nanoscale objects appeared first on Physics World.
- Stripe, Shopify, Alphabet, Meta and McKinsey will spend almost $1 billion on carbon removalThe focus is to help scale the availability of solutions that cost less than $100 per metric ton.
- Driving systems change: Four questions to guide executive leadersSponsored: Anthesis Executive Director Jason Pearson shares four guiding questions to activate system-focused leadership.
- Maven Moment: Easter Food TraditionsOne of my strongest childhood memories is the celebration of the Easter season. For my... The post Maven Moment: Easter Food Traditions appeared first on Earth911.
- We need true nature-positive solutions to address climate changeGeneric actions of “nature-based solutions” and “natural climate solutions” leave too much room for greenwashing.
- How Tackling Ghost Gear Can Help Mitigate the Impacts of Climate ChangeExploring the link between extreme weather and gear loss The post How Tackling Ghost Gear Can Help Mitigate the Impacts of Climate Change appeared first on Ocean Conservancy.
- Survey Finds 62% of Organizations Expect to Increase Investments in Energy EfficiencyJohnson Controls has announced findings from the 15th annual Energy Efficiency Indicator Survey, which revealed that 62% of organizations surveyed expect to increase investments in energy efficiency, renewable energy, or smart building technology in 2022, indicating a return to pre-pandemic levels. The post Survey Finds 62% of Organizations Expect to Increase Investments in Energy Efficiency appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Chevron: Don’t drill in the Arctic National Wildlife RefugeEllen Montgomery Director, Public Lands CampaignContact person by email Read more about Ellen Montgomery Tuesday, April 12, 2022 Environment America delivered petitions with more than 40,000 names to the oil company asking it to commit to staying out of the pristine coastal plain
- You’ve Heard of Water Droughts. Could Energy Droughts Be Next?In a new study, researchers show how widely wind and solar potential vary by season and year, suggesting that backup energy sources may be needed as the world shifts to renewables to bring carbon emissions to zero.
- Miller Hull's EMission Zero program offsets tons of carbonA Seattle-based architecture firm has offset 16,679 tons of carbon and counting. The firm, Miller Hull, has focused on sustainability and environmentally-friendly policies since its founding. Its achievement was possible through the firm's EMission Zero program.
- CPower Launches System to Enable Grid-Interactive Efficient NYC BuildingsEnergy solutions provider CPower Energy Management launches a Building Management System-as-a-Service to enable grid-interactive efficient buildings in New York City. The post CPower Launches System to Enable Grid-Interactive Efficient NYC Buildings appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Associated Grocers of New England Distribution Center Adds 1 MW Solar ProjectAGNE has installed solar panels on the roof of its distribution center in New Hampshire to help offset the building's energy costs. The post Associated Grocers of New England Distribution Center Adds 1 MW Solar Project appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Meet the 100: Megan Saunders, Director of Sustainability, LendleaseThe Environment+Energy Leader 100 is an annual list that recognizes environment and energy management “doers.” Here, Megan Saunders discusses steps her team took to develop a roadmap to net zero and her biggest energy management challenge. The post Meet the 100: Megan Saunders, Director of Sustainability, Lendlease appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Sutton Mountain could be one of our next national monumentsTuesday, April 12, 2022 Oregon’s little-known treasure
- Loop Living planters give anyone a green thumbIt's easy to identify the benefits of greening your home inside and out. We're not talking about green design here (although that's good too), we're talking about a green thumb. Israel-based Loop Living founder Elisheva "Eli" Manekin took the trial and error road to growing plants. Her journey resulted in planters that make the brown thumb to green thumb transition easier for others.
- Sustainability Management System Helps Businesses Stay Ahead of ESG RegulationsA management system by Wolters Kluwer can help businesses with ESG data and reporting to help manage increasing sustainability regulations. The post Sustainability Management System Helps Businesses Stay Ahead of ESG Regulations appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Vacation home in Australia is a slice of heavenYou would never know Beach Slice, a modern vacation home, recycles many of its building materials. Located an hour's drive from Melbourne, Australia, it's the perfect place to call home. Steffen Welsch Architects designed the home to be a triangular little slice of holiday heaven, or the perfect place to retire.
- Efforts to protect Oregon’s Owyhee Canyonlands continueJulia Dinmore Conservation America Campaign, AssociateContact person by email Read more about Julia Dinmore Tuesday, April 12, 2022 The Lower 48’s largest undeveloped, unprotected swath of public land
- Meet the Sourlands—Yes, New Jersey has forestsTuesday, April 12, 2022 The Garden State’s best-kept secret
- Biomimicry house hints at a solution to the climate crisisHouses separate us from nature. At least, that's the idea we've had until now. Architecture that uses biomimicry, permaculture and related practices to keep nature in our building spaces offers a green alternative.
- Shell Trading Enters Agreement for Lower Emissions Shoreside EnergyCrowley and Shell Trading Company have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the aim of supporting alternative energy solutions for the future of shoreside and terminal operations. The post Shell Trading Enters Agreement for Lower Emissions Shoreside Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Biden Administration Launches $1 Billion Conservation ProgramThe Biden administration has launched a $1 billion program to advance its goal of conserving 30 percent of the nation’s lands and waters by 2030.Read more on E360 →
- Partnership offers route to a greener dramAn innovative new project is ‘distilling’ residues from Scotland’s famous whisky industry into sustainable, green energy. The successful trial involving Scottish Water, SEPA and major distiller Chivas Brothers saw distillery residue brought into Aberdeen’s Nigg Waste Water Treatment Works for the first time, with promising results. A process called ‘co-digestion’, means that the residues from […]
- The first zero-waste, recyclable toothbrush in the worldReswirl created the world's first zero-waste, fully recyclable toothbrush to help address the plastic pollution. They are an eco-friendly dental hygiene brand that aims to help the climate by not compromising on quality or comfort to consumers.
- Camera-based study reveals methane leaks far worse than expected in New Mexico regionThe amount of methane leaking from a huge US oil- and gas-producing region is several times greater than federal government estimates, according to a new study led by Stanford University. Using airborne sensors able to detect methane leaks from individual oil and gas production facilities, the researchers studied the Permian Basin in New Mexico, one […]
- The unsung heroes of boiler controlWhen it comes to boiler control, selecting the right types of valve actuators and positioners is key to ensuring safe, efficient and reliable performance whilst also minimizing environmental impact through reduced emissions. Naas deJager, Global Product Manager for ABB’s actuator and positioner products, looks at some of the key challenges that can arise in boiler […]
- Silicon spin qubits manufactured on an industrial scaleQuantum technology trades lab for fab thanks to advanced chip processing methods The post Silicon spin qubits manufactured on an industrial scale appeared first on Physics World.
- The year in offshore win(d)s: Where we are now, and where we’re headed nextHannah Read Federal Clean Energy AdvocateContact person by email Read more about Hannah Read Monday, April 11, 2022 Celebrating the nation’s progress since the Biden administration set its national goal
- Rush to clean energy prompts demand for ammonia analysersThe global stampede to develop clean energy sources has prompted a demand for ammonia analysers from the developers of engines that will be capable of using ammonia as a fuel. In response, Signal Group has developed a new ammonia analyser, the S4 Nebula, which employs tunable diode laser spectrometry (TDLS). “Many of our customers already […]
- Microplastics in the Lungs: The Next Asbestos or Are We Just Catastrophizing?Two developments this week got me thinking about how our government deals – or fails to deal – with risk. First, EPA proposed to ban the manufacture (including import) of chrysotile asbestos. EPA’s authority for doing so is the Toxic Substances Control Act which provides that: if EPA determines through a TSCA section 6(b) risk evaluation that a chemical substance presents an unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment,… More The post Microplastics in the Lungs: The Next Asbestos or Are We Just Catastrophizing? first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- Port Meadow becomes UK’s second river site to gain bathing statusA stretch of the River Thames at Port Meadow, Oxford, has been designated as an official river bathing location after a nearly two-year long local battle against sewage pollution. The designation means that the stretch will be tested regularly for bacteria which are harmful to human health in the summer bathing season, and will have […]
- Bradford becomes first Yorkshire and Humber council to specify plastic roadsBradford Council has worked with waste plastic road company MacRebur to become the first local authority in the region to specify road surfacing material that contains recycled plastic. Based in Lockerbie, MacRebur has been processing waste plastics otherwise destined for landfill or incineration since 2016. The resulting granules or flakes reduce the volume of bitumen […]
- Machine learning creates full-colour images from infrared camerasSystem could find use in retinal surgery and night vision The post Machine learning creates full-colour images from infrared cameras appeared first on Physics World.
- The Problems With Glow SticksInitially designed for military and civil security use for emergency lighting, glow sticks have applications... The post The Problems With Glow Sticks appeared first on Earth911.
- How MorningStar Farms Is Increasing Its Sustainability EffortsMorningStar Farms is delivering more than just plant-based foods. It also shows positive environmental results — made possible because of its eco-friendly packaging and its use of renewable energy. The post How MorningStar Farms Is Increasing Its Sustainability Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- EPA to investigate racial discrimination in Louisiana’s ‘Cancer Alley’Complaints allege that industrial facilities have discharged “excessive levels” of carcinogenic chemicals in a majority-Black community.
- Scotland announces new £10m CO2 Utilisation Challenge FundScottish Enterprise will administer a new fund to support businesses and organisations in developing and commercialising carbon dioxide utilisation technology. CO2 Utilisation is could be a significant weapon in the fight to slow and stall the climate crisis, allowing emissions to be captured, stored and converted into valuable products such as synthetic fuels and proteins. […] The post Scotland announces new £10m CO2 Utilisation Challenge Fund appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Sierra snowpack worsens, falls to lowest level in 7 yearsSierra snowpack — which provides a third of California's water supply — is at 38 percent of where it usually is this time of year.
- The Eden Project and Canary Wharf Group to support biodiversity in urban environmentsLondon’s docklands are set to be transformed with a new green spine, creating a blueprint for sustainable global cities to act on biodiversity loss. London-based Canary Wharf Group (CWG), the UK’s largest sustainable developer, is partnering with educational charity The Eden Project in a major new undertaking that will see one of the most important […] The post The Eden Project and Canary Wharf Group to support biodiversity in urban environments appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- Using physics to patent inventionsHaving originally done a PhD in quantum computing, patent attorney Katherine Brown explains why a scientific background is an asset in this area The post Using physics to patent inventions appeared first on Physics World.
- Illinois prioritizes equitable access to green jobs on its path to clean energyHow will the Prairie State build a labor force the skills needed for the green jobs to get to 100 percent clean energy.
- Computational model maps patterns of neurodegeneration across the brainA computational model relating symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease to glucose metabolism scans could enhance our understanding of the brain The post Computational model maps patterns of neurodegeneration across the brain appeared first on Physics World.
- XR targets Lloyd's in climate shut downXR targets Lloyd's in climate shut down Channel News brendan 12th April 2022 Teaser Media
- How railway Norfolk Southern is easing trucking bottlenecksA creative Norfolk Southern incentive program encourages truckers to pick up full containers at terminals after dropping off empty ones.
- 'Ban all rubbish exports''Ban all rubbish exports' Channel News brendan 12th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Two ways the SEC’s climate disclosure proposal is good for your brandThe bigger opportunity, though, is the longer-range one.
- Fair Trade for planet and peopleSponsored: The Impact Management System from Fair Trade USA helps stakeholders connect the dots between environmental and social impact, satisfying consumer demands and delivering benefits to local communities.
- Meatless Breakfast & Lunch: An Easy Strategy To Cut Your Carbon FoodprintTry our meatless breakfast and lunch strategy, with a food-waste elimination twist, to make your... The post Meatless Breakfast & Lunch: An Easy Strategy To Cut Your Carbon Foodprint appeared first on Earth911.
- We Earthlings: Saving a Rainforest Lowers CO2 LevelsExisting rainforests are our most effective natural method to prevent climate change. They process between... The post We Earthlings: Saving a Rainforest Lowers CO2 Levels appeared first on Earth911.
- Fluence Acquiring Nispera to Enhance Energy Digital Management SystemsEnergy storage company Fluence is acquiring software-as-a-service provider Nispera to enhance its digital offerings. The post Fluence Acquiring Nispera to Enhance Energy Digital Management Systems appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- How much heat can Earth's forests handle?An international team of researchers carried out a study to determine the heat and moisture threshold for Earth's forests. Published in Nature Communications, the study answers "how hot is too hot" and "how dry is too dry" for forests. To do this, researchers compiled the first global database of georeferenced forest die-off events at over 675 locations dating to the 1970s.
- Green Data Center Market to Grow by 14% Yearly through 2032The green data center market is expected to grow significantly through 2032, according to a recent study by Persistence Market Research. The post Green Data Center Market to Grow by 14% Yearly through 2032 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Vital Pet Life Incorporates Recyclable Packaging in New Pet Food LineVital Pet Life is incorporating recyclable packaging with its first product in its Vital Pet Life Plus line, becoming members of How2Recycle and the Sustainable Packaging Coalition. The 2019 GlobalWebIndex, Sustainable Packaging Unwrapped data cites that 64% of consumers say recyclability is the most important aspect of environmentally friendly packaging. The post Vital Pet Life Incorporates Recyclable Packaging in New Pet Food Line appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Eco-friendly design elements drive Choice HeadquartersDesigned by Plan Associates Co., Ltd., Choice Headquarters took shape in the mountainous city of Chiang Mai, Thailand. Completed in 2021, the eco-friendly design project sits in the Amphoe Mueang district.
- Employee ESG Goals Part of Pharmanovia’s Sustainability InitiativesEmployees will have ESG targets as part of their annual reviews as Pharmanovia expands its sustainability goals. The post Employee ESG Goals Part of Pharmanovia’s Sustainability Initiatives appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Unique gardening tips and tricks to try for Gardening DayAs the cold days of winter roll into longer hours of warmer weather in the spring, flowers are in bloom and the seeds in our minds are planted with gardening ideas for the upcoming season.
- Perovskite solar cell survives the damp and heatNew device meets a critical industrial stability standard for photovoltaic modules The post Perovskite solar cell survives the damp and heat appeared first on Physics World.
- Entries Invited for the Ninth Annual Yale Environment 360 Film ContestThe ninth annual Yale Environment 360 Film Contest is now accepting entries.Read more on E360 →
- Candles from Greentree are sustainable luxury artIn the hills of the Catskills Mountains, one small American-based business is using all-natural ingredients to produce handmade candles. Greentree Home is a beautiful example of what natural materials and sustainable business practices can create.
- Take a eco-wellness trip to beautiful Palm SpringsWhen I turned my head to the right, I got a glimpse of palm trees. To the left, mountains. It was early February, a time I wouldn't swim outdoors in my home state of Oregon.
- How The Hartford Will Reach Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2050The Hartford today announced a goal to achieve net zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHGe) for its full range of businesses and operations by 2050, in alignment with the Paris Climate Accord. The post How The Hartford Will Reach Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2050 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- The Latest IPCC Report — How Are We Doing on Mitigation?Earlier this month, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change. As all IPCC reports are, it’s a serious piece of work and not easily summarized at blog length. Nonetheless, here are some of what seemed to me to be important takeaways: Firstly, and most importantly, we’re not doing a very good job at mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. … More The post The Latest IPCC Report — How Are We Doing on Mitigation? first appeared on Law and the Environment.
- Exploiting the synergy between organic synthesis and electrochemistryJoin the audience for a live webinar on 25 May 2022 sponsored by Hiden Analytical, in partnership with The Electrochemical Society The post Exploiting the synergy between organic synthesis and electrochemistry appeared first on Physics World.
- The health and safety considerations of confined space entry for cleaning terminal storage tanksA regular tank cleaning regime cuts cross-contamination risks, safeguards key components and detects structural issues that could trigger catastrophic leaks and spills. Without stringent health and safety protocols, however, the processes that extend your tank’s working life could pose significant danger to the specialists undertaking the clean. Wayne Bergin, Tank Cleaning Manager from Adler and […]
- EV installation website launchedDevitech has announced the launch of its new website. “Due to continued expansion in the EV installation market we have now launched a brand-new website for our customers,” said the group. “Devitech has seen a positive uptake in our new electric vehicle installation division with a number of customers keen to install electric charge points […]
- Why and how to visit the Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference 2022The Scientific Laboratory Show and Conference will take place on 18 May 2022, hosted and organised by Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), an independent UK supplier of chemicals, laboratory equipment and consumables. Working in partnership with the Science Council, the show is free to attend at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham with doors opening […]
- Some cosmic neutrinos may not be cosmic after allPresence of charm quarks inside protons and neutrons casts doubt on neutrino origins The post Some cosmic neutrinos may not be cosmic after all appeared first on Physics World.
- Celebrating a 15-Year Partnership With U-HaulOver the last 15 years, U-Haul has partnered with The Conservation Fund to offer its customers the opportunity to support conservation outcomes for wildlife, climate and communities across the U.S. Millions of people have chosen to give back, resulting in more than $9.2 million raised by U-Haul and its customers to plant trees, create parks and support local economies.
- What Can We Do About Extreme Weather?Perhaps climate change policy will be a response to our growing experience with extreme weather events.
- Energy Security Strategy ‘undermined’ by lack of energy efficiency fundingThe Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) has expressed dismay that energy efficiency measures have been left out of the government’s new Energy Security Strategy. The new strategy aims to reduce the UK’s reliance on oil and gas, by creating eight new nuclear reactors. It also outlines plans to speed up approvals for new offshore […] The post Energy Security Strategy ‘undermined’ by lack of energy efficiency funding appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- How To Participate in Earth Day 2022Invest in Our Planet. That’s the theme for Earth Day 2022, coming up on April... The post How To Participate in Earth Day 2022 appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Future Meat’s Koby Nahmias on Lab-Grown Beef, Chicken, and MoreMeat production accounts for the lion’s share of greenhouse gas emissions in the human food... The post Earth911 Podcast: Future Meat’s Koby Nahmias on Lab-Grown Beef, Chicken, and More appeared first on Earth911.
- Indigenous people are being killed to ‘protect’ a Congolese parkA new report reveals how U.S. agencies and conservation organizations have supported the violence.
- As utility-scale renewables expand, some Midwest farmers are pushing backRural communities are concerned about losing agricultural land in a region long-defined by its farming roots.
- Inside Just Stop Oil, the youth climate group blocking UK refineriesA band of 20-year-olds have made headlines disrupting football games, the Baftas, and now oil facilities across the UK. But what do they want?
- Lia Li: the physicist unlocking navigation technologyLia Li is an award-winning start-up founder bringing optomechanical sensors to consumers The post Lia Li: the physicist unlocking navigation technology appeared first on Physics World.
- Opinion: The government’s new energy security strategyEnvironmental consultant Stephen Cirell explains what the government’s recent Energy Security Strategy means for local authorities and the future of energy in the UK. The Government recently published the much awaited Great Britain Energy Security Strategy. By policy standards, this was a short paper and merely positions the Government in terms of future investment to […] The post Opinion: The government’s new energy security strategy appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- The profession of sustainability is doing just fineThe sustainability profession is thriving. That in itself is news.
- Costco and Walmart: A tale of two supply chainsHow are these two brick and mortar retail giants tackling Scope 3 emissions in their supply chains? The answer lies in what’s left unsaid as much as what’s disclosed.
- Has Biden’s environmental agenda already reached its high-water mark?The mid-term election results and an impending Supreme Court decision have the direct potential to sink Biden’s environmental sustainability agenda far below an already receding high water mark for the rest of its time in office and for years thereafter.
- 'We want to live''We want to live' Channel News brendan 11th April 2022 Teaser Media
- Heidrick & Struggles partner: Boards beginning the search for climate competencyExecutive recruiting expert Jeremy Hanson addresses how search firm Heidrick & Struggles is helping boards and C-suites become more climate-aware.
- State of the Profession 2022 ReportThe seventh biennial “State of the Profession” report holds a lens up to the evolution of the role of the sustainability leader in today’s business world. In early 2020, as COVID-19 began to spread globally, it became clear that this pandemic would not be short-lived. What wasn’t clear was whether the pandemic would negatively affect corporate sustainability efforts in the same way as during the 2008 - 2009 financial crisis. Two years into the pandemic we knew anecdotally that this was not a repeat of that era. What we didn’t know was that our survey results would show the profession…
- How the White House plans to tackle climate change in disadvantaged communities6 takeaways from the new federal Justice40 Initiative's climate and economic justice screening tool.
- Glassy globules found on the MoonTransparent structures could be an important resource for future lunar expeditions The post Glassy globules found on the Moon appeared first on Physics World.
- Summer camps in Spain: Everything You Need to Know About ItCamps for children and teenagers in Spain, on campus or with Spanish host families, are ideal for spending school holidays. Thanks to the close interaction with foreign students from all over the world, the intensive program, the fun activities and … Summer camps in Spain: Everything You Need to Know About It Read More » The post Summer camps in Spain: Everything You Need to Know About It appeared first on Eco Friend.
- Quantum batteries harvest energy from lightQuantum mechanical effects enable more efficient energy-capture technology The post Quantum batteries harvest energy from light appeared first on Physics World.
- Brain implant allows person with complete paralysis to communicateAn implanted brain–computer interface enabled a person in a completely locked-in state to communicate via a spelling interface The post Brain implant allows person with complete paralysis to communicate appeared first on Physics World.
- A California water board assured the public that oil wastewater is safe for irrigation. Experts say evidence is flimsy.Studies in Kern County, performed by oil industry consultants, cannot answer fundamental safety questions about irrigating crops with “produced water,” the board’s own panel of experts conceded.
- California's Pandemic Shutdowns Reveal How Traffic Pollutes Hispanic, Asian CommunitiesThe near-halt in traffic resulting from California's 2020 stay-at-home orders revealed the outsized role that cars and trucks have in polluting Hispanic and Asian communities, according to a new study.Read more on E360 →
- Air pollution now directly affects 99% of the worldNearly everybody in the world is breathing in air pollution, says the United Nations. On Monday, the U.N. health agency World Health Organization (WHO) updated its database on air quality. The update provided data on the air quality of over 6,000 cities, towns and villages worldwide. Data revealed that 99% of the world breathes air polluted at levels above WHO's air quality standards. This pollution exposes everyone to a higher risk of respiratory conditions.
- Vasilis Fthenakis Wins the 2022 Böer Solar Energy Medal of MeritFthenakis’ pioneering work in solar energy has been recognized with one of the most prestigious awards in renewable energy.
- Adaptive plug and play campus in Belgium welcomes innovationVenhoevenCS and Geosted have unveiled a high-tech "plug and play" campus in Belgium to expand the Limburg Investment Company's existing Corda campus. The clients wanted to develop the campus into a hotspot for innovation and collaboration. This adaptive new modern tech campus aims to help boost the local economy of Hasselt, Belgium.
- Yankee Stadium Introduces Biodegradable, Compostable StrawsYankee Stadium fans will use biodegradable straws this season as the venue continues to tackle waste. The post Yankee Stadium Introduces Biodegradable, Compostable Straws appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Sustainability is a top priority at this Texas officeView, a leading creator of smart building technologies, announced its Smart Windows were installed at Uplands II. It is a 124,081-square-feet health and wellness office building in Austin, Texas. The recently completed Uplands II property, developed by Drawbridge Realty, is located on a 48-acre site and is the second building in the Uplands Corporate Center in Austin.
- Fujitsu Australia Signs First PPA to Offset Emissions, Data Center EnergyFujitsu Australia makes its first PPA, securing wind energy to help it reduce emissions and increase energy efficiency to its data centers. The post Fujitsu Australia Signs First PPA to Offset Emissions, Data Center Energy appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- These beautiful textiles are an earthy breath of fresh airKUFRI hand weaves and hand prints textiles with earthy hues and a sustainable story. The KUFRI mission is to champion the craft of handloom weaving. They pass on a traditional art and culture that provides employment to women and aging weavers. The brand also promotes a conscious, beautiful life at home through these domestic products.
- Gamma-ray detector helps archaeologists, honey sweetens neuromorphic computingExcerpts from the Red Folder The post Gamma-ray detector helps archaeologists, honey sweetens neuromorphic computing appeared first on Physics World.
- The UK may have stronger energy security by 2030, but that won’t help households todayThis post is by Caterina Brandmayr, head of climate policy at Green Alliance. An energy security strategy developed in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine should be judged on two grounds: its denial of UK fossil fuel revenue to Putin’s regime in the short-term, and […]
- Recycled nylon clothing from prAna keeps you comfortablePrAna is a clothing company deeply committed to the environment and ensuring safe and fair working conditions. Its newest release in the ReZion collection is a story of the company’s continued progression toward comfortable and Earth-friendly performance clothing.
- The Future of Sustainability Management PlatformsThe call to focus on climate change and track greenhouse gas emissions has never been louder. However, rules, guidelines, standards and regulations are constantly changing, including the potential new SEC reporting requirements, and companies still have siloed or missing data, making carbon accounting a daunting task — especially for Scope 3 emissions.
- Government awards £30m to cutting-edge highway decarbonisation projectsCutting-edge, innovative ideas to decarbonise the UK’s highways are to benefit from tens of millions of pounds in Government funding. The £30 million Live Labs 2 competition, funded by the Department for Transport, was announced on 7 April. The funding will support pioneering projects looking at ways to decarbonise local highways infrastructure in regions across […]
- Loopy currents appear in a kagome superlatticeResearchers identify signature of a new electronic phase in a correlated kagome superconductor The post Loopy currents appear in a kagome superlattice appeared first on Physics World.
- Thousands of tonnes of microfibre air pollution could be reduced by changing laundry drying practicesA new study appears to reveal that tumble drying a load of laundry releases almost the same amount of potentially harmful microfibres into the air as those released down the drain during machine washing of the same load. Researchers from Northumbria University, worked in partnership with scientists at consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble on […]
- Report pulls back the curtain on chemical pollution in the oceanA new report attempts to provide a diagnostic of the scale of the ocean pollution challenge facing humanity. The Invisible Wave: Getting to zero chemical pollution in the ocean has been prodeuced by Back to Blue, an initiative of Economist Impact and The Nippon Foundation. Its main purpose, say the authors, is to raise awareness […]
- Common houseplants can improve air quality indoorsOrdinary potted house plants can potentially make a significant contribution to reducing air pollution in homes and offices, according to new research led by the University of Birmingham and in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). During a series of experiments monitoring common houseplants exposed to nitrogen dioxide (NO2) – a common pollutant – […]
- Protecting African wild dogs in KwaZulu-NatalOn Saturday 2nd April 2022, Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park (HiP) in KwaZulu-Natal released it’s newest pack of African Wild Dogs, which is composed of four 3 year old males who were originally brought into the reserve from Tswalu Kalahari Reserve at the end of 2020, and two 2 year old females born in HiP. African Wild Dogs […]
- Data Dive: Heat Mapping New York City and Environmental JusticeFor researcher Liv Yoon, creating a high-resolution heat map of NYC is just the first step in transforming marginalized communities.
- W boson mass measurement surprises physicistsParticle is significantly heavier than predicted by the Standard Model The post W boson mass measurement surprises physicists appeared first on Physics World.
- Why Vehicle-to-Building and Virtual Power Plants Could Beef-Up Commercial OperationsThe city of Boulder, Colorado is deploying a vehicle-to-building technology that aims to cut the cost of peak power. The goal is to use more of its EV fleet to charge city buildings during peak hours while those same cars charge at night. The post Why Vehicle-to-Building and Virtual Power Plants Could Beef-Up Commercial Operations appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.
- Government unveils investment in future energy technologiesThe government today launched a £375m package of support for developing energy technologies that will power Britain in future decades and strengthen the nation’s energy security. This includes £240m to support the production of hydrogen as a fuel for industry, £2.5m to develop nuclear technology and a further £5m towards research into carbon capture. The […] The post Government unveils investment in future energy technologies appeared first on EnvironmentJournal.
- A Stylish Investment: Making Fashion SustainableThe fashion industry is renowned for its wastefulness and steep environmental impact, but EarthDay.org’s new... The post A Stylish Investment: Making Fashion Sustainable appeared first on Earth911.
- Earth911 Podcast: Maen Mahfoud’s Replate Connects Food Waste to Food NeedMaen Mahfoud, founder and CEO of Replate, uses technology to connect sources of surplus food... The post Earth911 Podcast: Maen Mahfoud’s Replate Connects Food Waste to Food Need appeared first on Earth911.
