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June 27, 2022 to July 1, 2022

The United Nations Ocean Conference

The Ocean Conference, co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Portugal in Lisbon, Portugal, will seek to propel much needed science-based innovative solutions aimed at starting a new chapter of global ocean action. Deadline for media accreditation online is June 12, 2022.

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August 8, 2024

National Environmental Justice Advisory Council Virtual Public Meeting

The U.S. EPA's next NEJAC virtual public meeting will run approximately 1:00-6:30 pm (ET), with a focus on several topics including, but not limited to, NEJAC recommendations for cumulative impacts and presentations from EPA programs. The meeting is free to attend; registration is required.

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July 27, 2022 to July 28, 2022

NSF Convergence Accelerator Expo 2022

The National Science Foundation’s annual portfolio showcase event is free and open to the public. The virtual event features 45+ innovation solutions focused on societal impact, including environmental topics such as seafood sustainability, wildfires, biodegradable plastics, urban flooding, climate insights and more.

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July 14, 2022 to July 25, 2022

Workshops: Digital Safety Snacks

This series features bite-sized videos and four half-hour hands-on workshops to protect writers and journalists from doxing, hacking and other abusive tactics. The weekly series launches June 13 and is co-organized by PEN America, the International Women’s Media Foundation and the Online News Association.

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"Biden Funds Brownfields Cleanups But Communities Cite Challenges"

"Cleanups of polluted urban sites are in line for billions of dollars in funding following last year’s infrastructure law—money that advocates of disadvantaged communities say should help steer redevelopment into much-needed grocery stores, affordable housing, and better-paying jobs."

Source: Bloomberg Environment, 06/08/2022

"Oil And Gas Companies Underreported Methane Leaks, New Study Shows"

"Big oil and gas companies have internal data showing that their methane emissions in the vast Permian Basin “are likely significantly higher than official data” reported to the Environmental Protection Agency, says a new report by the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology."

Source: Washington Post, 06/08/2022

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