Category «Environmental Law»

WH Science and Technology Policy report – implementation of federal scientific integrity policy and practice

Science.gov: Protecting scientific integrity in government is vital to the Nation. Scientific integrity is defined as: “The adherence to professional practices, ethical behavior, and the principles of honesty and objectivity when conducting, managing, using the results of, and communicating about science and scientific activities. Inclusivity, transparency, and protection from inappropriate influence are hallmarks of scientific …

Subjects: E-Government, Education, Environmental Law, Government Documents, Health Care, Internet, Knowledge Management

Airborne plastic chemical levels shock researchers

Aalekhya Reddam, Nicholas Herkert, Heather M. Stapleton, David C. Volz. Silicone wristbands reveal ubiquitous human exposure to ortho-phthalates and non-ortho-phthalate plasticizers in Southern California. Environmental Research, 2024; 258: 119465 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.119465 Science Daily – A new study documents how Southern Californians are chronically being exposed to toxic airborne chemicals called plasticizers, including one that’s been …

Subjects: Environmental Law, Health Care

Explore Sea Level Change in the Coastal U.S.

View past, present, and future sea level rise and related flood impacts for the coastlines of the United States. Select a state and location or search by region. The Federal Government delivers essential science and services to help our nation understand and address the challenges that sea level rise poses for coastal communities. Through interagency …

Subjects: Climate Change, E-Government, Energy, Environmental Law, Housing, Search Engines

Zillow introduces First Street’s comprehensive climate risk data on for-sale listings across the US

“Zillow® is introducing climate risk data, provided by First Street, the standard for climate risk financial modeling, on for-sale property listings across the U.S. Home shoppers will gain insights into five key risks—flood, wildfire, wind, heat and air quality—directly from listing pages, complete with risk scores, interactive maps and insurance requirements. With more than 80% …

Subjects: Climate Change, Economy, Energy, Environmental Law, Financial System, Housing

Flood Risk Outside Flood Zones – A Look at Mortgage Lending in Risky Areas

Liberty Street Economics. September 25, 2024. Flood Risk Outside Flood Zones — A Look at Mortgage Lending in Risky Areas Kristian Blickle, Evan Perry, and João A.C. Santos. In support of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) creates flood maps that indicate areas with high flood risk, where mortgage …

Subjects: Climate Change, Economy, Environmental Law, Financial System, Housing, Legal Research

Toxic chemicals found in food packaging; FDA under pressure to take action

Chicago Tribune: “Evidence is mounting that food packaging and plastic tableware contain toxic chemicals absorbed by humans, a public health risk largely ignored by federal officials charged with protecting the nation’s food supply. During the past week alone, a new study detailed how more than 3,600 chemicals in food-related materials have been detected in people …

Subjects: Environmental Law, Food and Nutrition, Government Documents, Health Care, Legal Research, Medicine

Zillow will now show climate risks for property listings in the US

Subjects: Climate Change, Environmental Law, Housing, Search Engines

The best in bird photography 2024

Colossal: “Bird Photographer of the Year has announced the winners of the 2024 competition, selected from a pool of more than 23,000 submissions. Soaring into the top spot is Canadian conversation photojournalist Patricia Homonylo’s powerful image of thousands of birds that died after flying into windows in Toronto.”

Subjects: Climate Change, Environmental Law

3 imagery updates to Google Earth and Maps

Google Blog: “Our world is in constant motion. Cities expand, landscapes evolve and the climate continues to reshape our globe. To help people visualize these changes and learn more about the world around them, we’re announcing new updates to Google Earth and Street View. Travel back in time with Earth — and plan projects more …

Subjects: Climate Change, Education, Environmental Law, Internet, Libraries, Search Engines

Gen Z’s Guide To Project 2025

Voters of Tomorrow: This isn’t the future Gen Z asked for. “Gen Z knows what kind of a future we want to build. We want a future where we can afford basic living costs, live free of the burdens of overwhelming student loan debt, have the freedom to make the reproductive healthcare choices that are …

Subjects: Censorship, Civil Liberties, Economy, Education, Environmental Law, Free Speech, Health Care, Legal Research

The Best and Worst Toilet Paper, Paper Towel, and Facial Tissue Brands

NRDC: “Tissue paper production is taking a devastating toll on forests. NRDC’s newest Issue with Tissue report can help you find earth-friendly brands. Few people give much thought to how their toilet paper or other tissue products are made. So most of us probably don’t realize that the average American household uses more than 100 pounds …

Subjects: Climate Change, Energy, Environmental Law

New Interagency US Sea Level Change Website Helps Communities Face Sea Level Rise

U.S. Global Change Research Program: “For the first time, the public has access to a whole-of-government, comprehensive online resource all about sea level rise: SeaLevel.GlobalChange.gov. On behalf of the U.S. Interagency Task Force on Sea Level Change, today the U.S. Global Change Research Program (USGCRP) officially released the new site. SeaLevel.GlobalChange.gov pairs a dynamic delivery …

Subjects: Climate Change, E-Government, Environmental Law

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