Environment
Climate change adaptation; environmental conservation; protecting biodiversity—this page covers the trends and news that will shape the future of our shared environment.
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/eu-farmers-biodiversity
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Commondreams
Food policy and biodiversity advocacy groups in Europe on Thursday said the European Commission's recent concession to farmers who have protested high costs across France and other countries this week will ultimately harm the agricultural sector as well as citizens across the continent. The Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition (GEAC) under the European Union biodiversity strategy, calls for farmers to keep of their land free from crop production to help regenerate healthy soil and increase biodiversity, or to use of their land for "catch crops" which provide cover for the soil.
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https://jabberwocky.weecology.org/2024/07/22/new-dataset-on-100-million-canopy-trees-across-the-national-ecological-observatory-network/
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Jabberwocky
We just published a dataset of canopy tree maps for 100 million trees in the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) with information on location, species identify, size, and whether the tree is alive.
Overview of the Bartlett Experimental Forest site (BART) showing 4,352,930 tree...
Overview of the Bartlett Experimental Forest site (BART) showing 4,352,930 tree...
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https://www.motherjones.com/environment/2024/03/study-flooding-united-states-coastal-cities-2050/
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Motherjones
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https://www.commondreams.org/news/climate-lawsuits-driving-change
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Commondreams
With a number of international courts ruling in recent years that climate justice must be recognized as a human right, the United Nations Environment Program released a report Wednesday that found that climate litigation is emerging as a key driver of concrete action being taken by governments and corporations—forcing them to commit to emissions cuts and take accountability for harming the planet.
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https://hackaday.com/2024/02/15/electrical-steel-the-material-at-heart-of-the-grid/
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Hackaday
When thoughts turn to the modernization and decarbonization of our transportation infrastructure, one imagines it to be dominated by exotic materials. EV motors and wind turbine generators need magnets made with rare earth metals (which turn out to be not all that rare), batteries for cars and...
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https://legalinsurrection.com/2023/05/environmental-activists-sue-faa-over-spacex-starship-rocket-launch/
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The last time we checked in on SpaceX, its Starship had experienced a spectacular "flight termination" over Texas and engineers were pleased with the project's progress, which is slated to be used for the upcoming lunar missions.
Environmentalists are suing the government for permitting the...
Environmentalists are suing the government for permitting the...
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https://appliedecologistsblog.com/2023/05/26/new-associate-editors-2023-ecological-solutions-and-evidence/
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Appliedecologistsblog
Ecological Solutions and Evidence is delighted to announce 27 new Associate Editors who have joined the Editorial Board following our latest open call across all seven BES journals.
At the end of 2022, the British Ecological Society journals conducted an open recruitment process for Associate...
At the end of 2022, the British Ecological Society journals conducted an open recruitment process for Associate...
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https://www.greenbiz.com/article/these-2-startups-preview-future-ai-circular-economy
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Greenbiz
Hailed as a savior by some and feared as a multi-pronged threat by others, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing everything from healthcare to transportation. AI tools are emerging as enablers of the circular economy, improving resource management, production and consumption.
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https://www.theguardian.com/environment/commentisfree/2023/jun/22/the-climate-crisis-is-this-centurys-biggest-threat-we-need-a-global-finance-pact-that-reflects-the-task-ahead
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Theguardian
The science is clear. The climate crisis is the biggest single threat we face as a global community. In turn, meeting the goals of the Paris agreement and realising the opportunities of climate action is the task of the 21st century.No single government can address this alone. Together, we can...
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https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2023/04/21/executive-order-on-revitalizing-our-nations-commitment-to-environmental-justice-for-all/
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Whitehouse
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, and in order to advance environmental justice, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. Policy. To fulfill our Nation's promises of justice, liberty, and equality, every person must...
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https://www.insidermonkey.com/blog/20-countries-that-waste-the-most-food-1212061/
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Insidermonkey
which countries waste the most food. and the implications this practice brings along. If you want to skip our overview of the environmental and economic impact of food wastage, read. Addressing food waste at the retail, food service, and household levels is crucial for human and environmental health.
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https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/conditions-and-pathways-for-sustainable
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Eea
In this briefing, we explore the conditions and pathways for changing consumption in Europe to ensure a good life for all within the limits of the planet and how a circular economy can support this change. The briefing is underpinned by on consumption and the environment in Europe's circular economy from the EEA's European Topic Centre on Circular Economy and Resource Use, and builds on the EEA on environment and climate pressures from household consumption.
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https://www.greenbiz.com/article/how-us-soy-farmers-innovate-future-farming
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Greenbiz
This article is sponsored by The United Soybean Board.
With a growing global population driving an increased need for quality protein, soybeans are emerging as a sustainable solution. While we'll need an additional 3 billion bushels of soybeans per decade to meet increased demand, U.S. soybean...
With a growing global population driving an increased need for quality protein, soybeans are emerging as a sustainable solution. While we'll need an additional 3 billion bushels of soybeans per decade to meet increased demand, U.S. soybean...
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https://www.sustainabilitymatters.net.au/content/waste/news/construction-waste-recovery-facility-to-open-in-brisbane-676095753
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Sustainabilitymatters
Rino Recycling is set to open its $95m high-tech waste recycling facility that is located on an 8-hectare site in the Brisbane town of Pinkenba in Queensland. The 4000 m fully automated recycling plant is designed to turn construction and demolition waste into recycled material, which can then be used on new infrastructure projects.
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https://phys.org/news/2024-08-alaskan-eroding-faster-due-climate.html
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Phys
A new study out of The University of Texas at Arlington shows that frozen land in Alaska is eroding faster than it can be replaced due to climate change.
"In the Northern Hemisphere, much of the ground is permafrost, meaning it is frozen year-round....
"In the Northern Hemisphere, much of the ground is permafrost, meaning it is frozen year-round....
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https://us.beyondbullsandbears.com/2023/12/26/ozempic-cant-help-your-overweight-in-big-tech-global-etf-diversification-ideas-for-2024/
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https://adhesives.specialchem.com/news/product-news/oq-chemicals-tcd-alcohol-dm-dcpd-000231889
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Adhesives
TAGS: Sustainability / Natural Adhesives OQ Chemicals to supply ISCC PLUS certified Oxbalance® TCD Alcohol DM (tricyclodecane dimethanol), in response to growing market preferences for environmentally friendly alternatives. This product is manufactured using the bio-circular precursor DCPD (dicyclopentadiene) from Shell Chemicals Europe, which is also ISCC Plus certified.
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https://www.globalissues.org/news/2023/06/29/34129
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Globalissues
Investment requirements for adaptation are huge, and they are growing every day as rising emissions are increasing adaptation needs. Credit: Isaiah Esipisu/IPS Opinion by Philippe Benoit, Gareth Phillips (washington dc)Thursday, June 29, 2023Inter Press Service To meet this challenge, large...
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Numerous corporations are questioning the pneumatic tire after seeing futuristic-looking prototypes at trade exhibitions globally.
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https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/a-contentious-hazardous-waste-plant-in-northern-alberta-is-slated-to-close-what-s-next-1.7100950?cmp=rss
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Cbc
The hazardous waste plant near the town of Swan Hills is something of a Rorschach test.For some who live in the area, the facility offers much-needed tax revenue and a reliable paycheque, providing a steady counterbalance to the volatility of the oil and gas industry.To others, it's an...
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https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/4056743-biden-to-announce-steps-to-boost-climate-resilience-during-california-trip/
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Thehill
President Biden on Monday will announce millions of dollars in funding toward climate resilience efforts during a visit to a Northern California nature preserve, where he will highlight efforts to combat climate change.
Biden will visit the Lucy Evans Baylands Nature Interpretive Center and...
Biden will visit the Lucy Evans Baylands Nature Interpretive Center and...
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https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/cons-products/electronics/e-waste-policy-recast-to-focus-on-no-of-products-recycled/articleshow/100338179.cms
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Economictimes
The government is planning to revamp the electronic waste policy, focusing on complete lifecycle management of products and offering incentives to make it an attractive proposition for the industry, said officials. The revised policy could allow the industry to take into account the total volume...