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TNS Tipoffs - Energy and Gov't Newsletter for Friday December 29, 2023 ( 7 items )  

Aalto in 2023: The Most Water-Repellent Surface Ever, Breakthroughs in Space, Feeling the Love and More
AALTO, Finland, Dec. 29 (TNSres) -- Aalto University issued the following news release: * * * This year has been another feast of science and art at Aalto University * * * Astronomers image a black hole's shadow and powerful jet together for the first time Aalto's Metsahovi Radio Observatory took part in capturing the new image. * Read more (https://www.aalto.fi/en/node/904171) * * * Supercomputer simulations provide a better picture of the Sun's magnetic field The new findings challeng  more

Environment America: Looking Ahead - Protecting the Climate, Nature and Consumers in 2024
DENVER, Colorado, Dec. 29 (TNSres) -- Environment America issued the following news release: The new year provides a fresh opportunity to build a better future. In 2024, The Public Interest Network's PIRG, Environment America and state groups will once again be at the forefront of creating positive change at the local, state and national levels. "In this time of polarization, PIRG's mission to create positive change for all Americans has never been more important," said PIRG President Faye Par  more

Md. Environment Dept Releases Climate Pollution Reduction Plan to Significantly Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2031
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Dec. 29 (TNSres) -- The Maryland Department of the Environment issued the following news release on Dec. 28, 2023: The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today submitted its Climate Pollution Reduction Plan to Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland General Assembly outlining the policy actions required to reach the state's ambitious climate goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 60 percent from 2006 levels by 2031, achieving 100 percent clean energy by 2035, a  more

MFA Oil Acquires Platte-Clay Fuels
WASHINGTON, Dec. 29 -- MFA Oil, a farmer-owned energy supply cooperative, issued the following news release: MFA Oil Company, a farmer-owned energy supply cooperative, announces the acquisition of Platte-Clay Fuels, a self-service retail petroleum company and a subsidiary of Platte-Clay Electric Cooperative. The acquisition, which closed on Dec. 28, includes two fueling sites located at 510 Sam Barr Drive in Kearney and 1500 Branch Street in Platte City. The acquired fueling sites in Kearney a  more

N.Y. Environmental Conservation Department Files Draft Regulations to Reduce Hydrofluorocarbons, Sulfur Hexafluoride Emissions
ALBANY, New York, Dec. 29 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release, Dec. 28, 2023: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today announced three actions to support the State's ongoing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as required by the 2019 Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (Climate Act). DEC is filing draft regulations to reduce emissions of two potent greenhouse gase  more

Wis. Natural Resources Dept.'s Green Tier Program Welcomes New Legacy Communities
MADISON, Wisconsin, Dec. 29 -- The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) celebrates the end of another successful year for the Green Tier Legacy Communities charter with five new members. The Green Tier Legacy Communities charter is part of the DNR's Green Tier program. Involvement is voluntary for businesses, local governments and organizations looking to work with the DNR to expand and enhance their s  more

Year in Review: Environment America's 2023 Highlights
DENVER, Colorado, Dec. 29 (TNSres) -- Environment America issued the following news release: This year, Environment America's advocates were a driving force behind many national- and state-level changes that will clean up and protect the United States' land, water and air. These environmental victories will benefit all Americans across all regions and demographics, transcending political polarization. "This year we've not only protected the environment from toxic threats but also won victories  more