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😍 I'm so glad to see funding for these types of projects! Now is a great time to transition into #Sustainability in all the ways! "Those who say it can't be done, should not interrupt those doing it." The funding goes toward two major initiatives: 🚚 1. Clean Corridor Coalition (led by New Jersey): infrastructure to support zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles (this is not passenger cars) along I-95 🌳 🐸 2. Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Atlantic Conservation Coalition (led by North Carolina): natural carbon sequestration through improved forest management, agroforestry, and the protection and restoration of highly threatened, high-carbon coastal habitats and forests

Currently, the United States is facing an escalating environmental crisis, as the risk of wildfires is intensifying and in turn causing an increase in pollution. These environmental challenges are reshaping the nation's landscape and posing a significant threat to public health. Historically, the United States has tackled wildfires through a combination of prevention, monitoring, and management methods. This includes ignition management, technological advancements, and the Clean Air Act (CAA). Yet, due to the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires increased support is needed.

Florida’s stunning rivers, lakes, and coastal waters are facing unprecedented challenges from population growth, water quality issues, and climate change. Passed in 2021, SB 64 aims to transform how the state manages and reuses water by making significant changes to the disposal of domestic wastewater. Senior Environmental Scientist Lindsay Cross details key elements of this legislation, and how ESA can help clients achieve sustainable water management in this evolving landscape of wastewater management. Read about it in our blog: https://lnkd.in/gvV5M8eU #ReclaimedWater #Wastewater #PotableReuse #WaterManagement #Environment #EnvironmentalPolicy #Florida #BeneficialUses

Currently, the United States is facing an escalating environmental crisis, as the risk of wildfires is intensifying and in turn causing an increase in pollution. These environmental challenges are reshaping the nation's landscape and posing a significant threat to public health. Historically, the United States has tackled wildfires through a combination of prevention, monitoring, and management methods. This includes ignition management, technological advancements, and the Clean Air Act (CAA). Yet, due to the increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires increased support is needed.

🌍 'Nature is dying...it needs us to defend it'🌱 The UK government, led by Environment Secretary Steve Reed, has launched a rapid review of its Environmental Improvement Plan (EIP) to combat declining nature and pollution levels. In a recent news article, Reed has emphasised the urgency of defending nature, with plans to meet Environment Act targets, including halting species decline by 2030 and reducing air and water pollution. The review responds to concerns from watchdogs and environmental groups about the country's slow progress and aims to enhance collaboration with civil society and businesses. "Nature underpins everything – the economy, food, health and society - but we stand at a moment in history when nature needs us to defend it" - Steve Reed, Environment Secretary #environment #nature #EnvironmentAct #pollution #airpollution #EnvironmentalImprovementPlan #climate

Unfortunately, the actions, attitude and behaviour of people have resulted in detrimental, damaging impacts on our Environment. We are now experiencing the dreadful effects of #climatechange, #deforestation and #desertification. It’s time to step forward and #takeaction for the planet. Let’s hear from you! Join #GenerationRestoration and please share with us your top five environmental preservation and protection tips. #BePartofThePlan #ProtectOurPlanet #AccelerateLandRestoration #CombatDesertification #MakeWaterSafetyYourPriority #1WaterBoardForKZN #EnvirnmentalSustainabiilty #WorldEnvronmentDay

Today, in Pittsburgh, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Regan and Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro announced $4.3 billion in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America agenda. These grants will fund projects in 30 states and one Tribe, targeting greenhouse gas reduction across six key sectors. The selected projects are projected to cut emissions by up to 971 million metric tons of CO2 equivalent by 2050 - equivalent to the annual energy use of 5 million homes for over 25 years. This historic investment will drive community-driven climate solutions, advance environmental justice, and accelerate America's clean energy transition. #ClimateAction #InvestingInAmerica #EPA https://lnkd.in/e6kMUwjg.

Climate Change and Water: NSW case shows the way on legal obligations. The NSW Government has settled a case with the Nature Conservation Council of NSW, agreeing to "considering the future impacts of climate change on water flows, including extraction limits and allocations. Importantly, the Ministers have committed to obtaining independent reviews of this work". My interpretation is that the NSW Government has agreed that the Water Management Act 2000 (NSW) legally obliges the Government to take into account the impacts of climate change in its water resources planning and allocation. Western Australia needs modern water legislation that creates similar obligations on the WA Government to ensure we adapt to the impacts of climate change on the dwindling water resources of SW Western Australia. https://lnkd.in/g7kFGd7F

California, which has positioned itself as a global leader in climate action, wants to pull an unprecedented amount of carbon from the air - 100 million metric tons - by 2045. And that represents nearly a quarter of the emissions the state produces today. In particular, the American Lung Association consistently ranks Kern County's air as one of the most polluted in the country (currently 5th place). Critical air pollution is associated with oil production. A solution exists! In late December, Kern and the federal government took steps that could allow CRC to begin carbon capture and storage next year. The county released a draft environmental review of the company's project, and the Environmental Protection Agency said it plans to approve permits allowing CRC to inject carbon beneath the oil field. A study commissioned by the county shows the business park could support up to 22,000 permanent jobs in both carbon removal and related industries. However, the project has yet to receive much support from the private sector and society. It's not too late to move away from fossil fuels and get priorities straight. Let's take action for a sustainable future and clean air in California! #ClimateAction #CarbonCapture #CleanAir #RenewableEnergy #SustainableFuture #KernCounty #JobCreation #EnvironmentalProtection #FossilFree #EconomicGrowth #ClimateLeadership #CarbonReduction #CleanEnergy #EnvironmentalJustice #GreenJobs #CommunityDevelopment #AirQuality

For professionals in river and water modeling, this means that unexpected results can be the key to critical discoveries. These discoveries pave the way for being better prepared, and designing better models that safeguard our communities from water-related challenges and elevate our environmental stewardship. #Water #Environment #Protection #Wisdom #challanges