Join us for ACAP Ag Conservation Con, a professional development conference tailored for individuals working in agriculture conservation. Ideal for Conservation District Employees, Ag Conservation Professionals, and anyone associated with ACAP or other conservation financial assistance programs. Stay updated on ACAP and other financial assistance programs, refresh your engineering skills, learn about changes to Manure Management Plans, improve resource concern identification, and enhance skills for working with farmers and ag producers.
Past Events: Penn State Energy and Environment Calendar Archive
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Communities across the globe are discovering widespread environmental contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals." These persistent chemicals present major challenges to environmental and public health agencies, scientists, and the public, who are working to remediate pollution and minimize exposure. The US has recently adopted enforceable drinking water standards for six PFAS chemicals. In this Water Cooler Talk, environmental toxicologist and public health researcher Dr.
Join us for ACAP Ag Conservation Con, a professional development conference tailored for individuals working in agriculture conservation. Ideal for Conservation District Employees, Ag Conservation Professionals, and anyone associated with ACAP or other conservation financial assistance programs. Stay updated on ACAP and other financial assistance programs, refresh your engineering skills, learn about changes to Manure Management Plans, improve resource concern identification, and enhance skills for working with farmers and ag producers.
Join us for ACAP Ag Conservation Con, a professional development conference tailored for individuals working in agriculture conservation. Ideal for Conservation District Employees, Ag Conservation Professionals, and anyone associated with ACAP or other conservation financial assistance programs. Stay updated on ACAP and other financial assistance programs, refresh your engineering skills, learn about changes to Manure Management Plans, improve resource concern identification, and enhance skills for working with farmers and ag producers.
The One Health Microbiome Symposium is the second biennial symposium hosted by the One Health Microbiome Center, one of the largest and most active interdisciplinary microbiome centers. Join us May 30-31st, 2024 at the University Park Campus of The Pennsylvania State University.
Many conventional oil and gas wells in Pennsylvania are on private land. Landowners who host these wells may want to consider the future of these wells and the liability they might have. Pennsylvania has a record amount of funding to plug older wells, but often it will require some cooperation from landowners who host these wells. Landowners may be able to locate where roads are temporarily constructed and how the infrastructure that is attached to these wells are handled.
The Pennsylvania State Data Center serves as Pennsylvania's official source of population and economic statistics. In addition to acting as Pennsylvania's liaison to the Census Bureau, the PaSDC is the state's representative to the Federal-State Cooperative Programs for Population Estimates and for Population Projections.
The One Health Microbiome Symposium is the second biennial symposium hosted by the One Health Microbiome Center, one of the largest and most active interdisciplinary microbiome centers. Join us May 30-31st, 2024 at the University Park Campus of The Pennsylvania State University.
The Pennsylvania State Data Center serves as Pennsylvania's official source of population and economic statistics. In addition to acting as Pennsylvania's liaison to the Census Bureau, the PaSDC is the state's representative to the Federal-State Cooperative Programs for Population Estimates and for Population Projections.
Groundwater professionals, natural resource managers, educators and anyone interested in the management and protection of water resources are invited to attend the 11th annual Pennsylvania Groundwater Symposium happening May 23 at the Best Western Conference Center in Harrisburg, preceded by an optional day long field trip highlighting springs, caves and other groundwater resources in the Cumberland Valley on May 22. Participants who attend the symposium are eligible for up to .75 Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Those who also attend the tour are eligible for another .5 CEUs.
2024 Women Advancing River Research Seminar Series
All seminars will be presented online live at 11:00 a.m. ET on the third Thursday of each month. Seminar recordings will be posted later. Please register in advance for all talks.
Catalyzing Change in the Geosciences
Rebecca Barnes, Belmont Forum (U.S.)
Rocío Paola Caballero-Gill, George Mason University (U.S)
As communities grapple with issues such as stormwater management, flooding, urban heat loads, and air quality issues, learn about the numerous services provided by green infrastructure that improve the quality of life, resilience, and environmental and human health in communities.
The two-day Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium highlights innovations from numerous disciplines through dynamic breakout sessions, keynote talks from leaders in the climate solutions space, a poster session, and more. The event also features opportunities for attendees to network with like-minded individuals who are seeking climate solutions as collaborators, funders, or implementers in the themes of the Climate Consortium.
The two-day Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium highlights innovations from numerous disciplines through dynamic breakout sessions, keynote talks from leaders in the climate solutions space, a poster session, and more. The event also features opportunities for attendees to network with like-minded individuals who are seeking climate solutions as collaborators, funders, or implementers in the themes of the Climate Consortium.
Join us on May 9 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the EMS Energy Institute (C213 Coal Utilization Lab) for our 2024 Energy Xchange Seminar Series. This presentation will feature Joshua Robinson, Associate Dean for Graduate Education and Research (Acting), with his presentation titled, "Silicon Carbide: The Critical Semiconductor for the Energy Transition." This event is free and parking is available at the Institute at 4 p.m.
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Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences is hosting the Technologies for Agriculture and Living Systems Symposium at the University Park campus on May 7-8, 2024, to initiate and foster the productive partnerships necessary for the integration of emerging and advanced technologies to address the complex challenges we face with climate change, resource protection (soil, water, air), biodiversity losses, rural and urban health, and social and economic shifts within our communities.
In the spirit of the Café, 45 students are competing for the top prize by pitching their research in two minutes or less. Topics range from polymer recycling, color science, medicine, energy, materials, and much more. This is a great opportunity to scout for new collaborations while enjoying a cup of coffee. The competition starts at 10:00 in the 3rd floor Café Commons of the MSC Bldg. and will be setup like a poster session to enable attendees to individually engage the pitch competitors.
Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences is hosting the Technologies for Agriculture and Living Systems Symposium at the University Park campus on May 7-8, 2024, to initiate and foster the productive partnerships necessary for the integration of emerging and advanced technologies to address the complex challenges we face with climate change, resource protection (soil, water, air), biodiversity losses, rural and urban health, and social and economic shifts within our communities.
Pennsylvania has identified over 150 invasive plants, insects, pathogens, and animals that significantly impact both the environment and agricultural production, resulting in annual economic losses amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars. The Pennsylvania Invasive Species webinar is committed to addressing this critical issue. Throughout the session, we will highlight some of the most problematic invasive species found in Pennsylvania, examine their methods of establishment, and discuss effective strategies to mitigate their spread.
To conclude this series, we will have several brief presentations exploring potential future scenarios for the people, forests, wetlands, and wildlife of Ukraine post-war. These presentations will be succeeded by an extensive panel discussion, featuring experts from our previous webinars, who will address questions from attendees. Participants can expect insights from professionals in forestry, urban forestry, arboriculture, research, and various other fields.