ems Plastics can concentrate toxic pollutants, endangering marine ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 2 May 2013 13:01:29 +0100 Plastic debris is a serious environmental concern, as a physical pollutant as well as a chemical pollutant when it breaks down in the marine environment. A new study has now shown that plastics can also concentrate other pollutants, with significantly higher concentrations of toxic pollutants adhering to soft, rubbery plastics, rather than hard, glassy plastics. Full Article
ems Modern photovoltaic systems provide competitive energy returns By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:03:33 +0100 Most modern societies depend on fossil fuels (oil, gas and coal) as sources of energy for development and growth. Switching to renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic (PV) systems, is necessary for sustainable development in the future. A new study suggests that it is currently much more efficient to use fossil fuels to develop PV power plants than to combust the same amount of fossil fuels in conventional thermal power plants: thus the sooner PV systems are developed, the sooner society will reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. Full Article
ems Can anyone help with Youtube problems? By www.bleepingcomputer.com Published On :: 2020-05-05T20:14:03-05:00 Full Article
ems Putting a price on the Catalan coastal ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:33:59 GMT Ecosystems in the Catalan coastal system in Spain are worth €2,573 million per year to local citizens, according to new research. By placing a value on ecosystems the research has provided insight into integrated coastal zone management (ICZM) in the area. Full Article
ems Mediterranean countries use more natural resources than their ecosystems provide By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 10 Sep 2015 9:23:19 GMT In the Mediterranean region the demand for natural resources and ecological services is two and half times greater than ecosystems’ capacity to provide them, recent research has found. To meet this demand, countries rely on imports, exposing themselves to price volatility and potential resource shortages. According to the authors, a 10% increase in global prices would particularly impact vulnerable countries such as Jordan, which would see its trade balance worsening by 2.4% of its gross domestic product. Full Article
ems Understanding degradation of battery life-time is key to successful vehicle-to-grid systems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 27 March 2019 11:23:19 GMT Electric vehicles (EVs) could play a role in future power supply, but face issues surrounding the longevity of their batteries. This study reconciles two recent contradictory results on the effects of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology on battery life-time, and shows that V2G — a process via which EVs would exchange energy with the power grid to provide ancillary services, such as supplying power during peak periods, and helping to regulate grid frequency — could actually extend the lifespan of commercial lithium-ion batteries. Full Article
ems Gems and gem materials, by Edward Henry Kraus and Chester Baker Slawson By alcuin.furman.edu Published On :: Kraus, Edward Henry, 1875-1973 Full Article
ems Problems trying to access extra 700GB. By www.bleepingcomputer.com Published On :: 2020-04-16T02:44:24-05:00 Full Article
ems After cloning to new 2TB SSD, I then tried to wipe it and now having problems! By www.bleepingcomputer.com Published On :: 2020-05-04T05:51:45-05:00 Full Article
ems Can discounting emission credits solve the CDM's problems? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 16 Dec 2010 13:34:30 GMT New research suggests that reducing the value of clean development mechanism (CDM) emission credits according to a country’s wealth and their emissions could encourage advanced developing nations, such as China and India, to leave the CDM, but would not necessarily accelerate CDM projects in the least developed nations. Full Article
ems Environmental compliance assurance systems compared in OECD study By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Tue, 26 Jul 2016 09:12:34 GMT Systems for ensuring industry compliance with pollution regulations in eight countries have been assessed by an OECD study. OECD countries have been making good progress in designing and introducing new environmental policies. However, they are generally not on track to meet the policies’ goals. A major reason for this ‘implementation gap’ is low compliance with respective regulatory requirements, for instance, emission limit values. Full Article
ems QUICKScan: a quick, participatory method for exploring environmental policy problems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 12 Jan 2017 9:23:19 GMT Policymakers often have to make decisions under great complexity, uncertainty and time pressure. A new study presents a support tool for the first stage of policymaking: identifying and exploring alternatives to solve problems. The software tool, called QUICKScan, increases the speed of this process and combines the input of many stakeholders in participatory workshops. It has been applied 70 times in 20 different countries, for a wide range of environmental policy issues. Full Article
ems Public acceptance crucial to success of water recycling systems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:20:41 GMT A new study has analysed public perceptions of greywater re-use systems in Barcelona, which are being increasingly employed to save water during times of shortage. Several factors, including perceived health risks, system reliability and maintenance costs, appear to influence public acceptance of the technologies. Full Article
ems Diversification may help water supply problems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 6 Jan 2011 13:01:17 GMT Increases in population and urbanisation are challenging current systems of water supply. A new study has assessed existing examples of alternative supply systems, such as wastewater reclamation, rainfall collection and desalination of seawater. It suggests that adopting several types of system may provide a better and more flexible solution. Full Article
ems River ecosystems damaged by agriculture and dams at local and basin scales By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 20 Mar 2014 9:23:19 GMT Human activities are threatening river ecosystems in the Mediterranean. Recent research in south-east Spain has highlighted the need to assess biodiversity and the ecological condition of river ecosystems at both basin-wide and local scales. The researchers say this will provide a better assessment of river ecosystems, aiding management decisions. Full Article
ems Research into root systems: key for long-term crop management By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Tues, 10 Nov 2015 9:23:19 GMT Water scarcity is an important cause of low crop yields worldwide. Yields could be significantly improved by focusing attention on unproductive water losses and improving retention of plant-available water in soils, and particularly the largely unexplored interactions between soils and roots. A new review of scientific literature sets out key soil management measures for crops under drought conditions. Full Article
ems Environmental impacts of ocean-energy systems: a life-cycle assessment By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 22 Sep 2016 10:12:34 +0100 Ocean-energy technologies — which harvest renewable energy from the sea — will have a significant role to play in a future low-carbon society. A recent life-cycle analysis of different ocean-energy devices has found that life-cycle environmental impacts are caused mainly by the materials used in the mooring, foundations and structures. Improving the efficiency and lifespan of the devices, as well as improving mooring and foundations and deploying devices further out at sea, will help to further reduce the life-cycle environmental impact of ocean-energy systems, according to the study. Full Article
ems Responding to floods in Europe: new framework assesses effectiveness of Flood Emergency Management Systems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 06 April 2017 9:23:19 GMT A new framework has been developed to assess how effective Flood Emergency Management Systems (FEMS) are in Europe. Examining FEMS in five European countries, this study highlights the strengths and weaknesses of existing systems and makes recommendations for improving their effectiveness, particularly in relation to institutional learning, community preparedness and recovery. Full Article
ems Implementation of innovative, resource-efficient urban water systems depends on wide-ranging cooperation By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 16 November 2017 9:23:19 GMT New technology that makes energy capture from waste water and re-use of grey water possible can contribute to energy- and resource efficiency — but the widespread application of such technology requires a new, collaborative approach, shows a new study. Taking radical innovation in urban water systems beyond the pilot stage will require cooperation between a variety of stakeholders, suggest the findings of expert interviews and workshops. Full Article
ems Sustainable urban drainage systems: green roofs and permeable paving compared in southern Italy By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 21 Feb 2018 9:23:19 GMT A new study has looked at the potential of green infrastructure to compensate for the effects of soil sealing generated by urban development. It investigates how green roofs and permeable paving could contribute to flood mitigation in southern Italy. Using a hydraulic model technique, the researchers found that, in this particular urban case, green roofs were more effective than permeable paving. Policies to promote the adoption of sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) by the private sector could thus prove more effective under certain circumstances, and policymakers should look at ways to promote SUDS where suitable. Full Article
ems Groundwater use and irrigation can negatively affect the net atmospheric moisture and amplify water scarcity problems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 22 Nov 2018 11:23:19 GMT Groundwater pumping and irrigation can disrupt natural atmospheric processes, affect the whole water cycle, and potentially worsen water shortages during heatwaves, a new study suggests. The findings contribute to our understanding of how to manage water resources under future climate change conditions. The study shows how some of the most intensively water managed areas of Europe — such as the Iberian Peninsula — could be affected by extraction of groundwater during years when conditions are especially hot and dry, potentially amplifying water scarcity in already-stressed regions. Full Article
ems Persistent Systems invests in big data firm Cazena By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2018-07-25T15:23:00+05:30 The company has gained significant traction as enterprises face massive skills shortages in big data, cloud and associated development operations, or ‘DevOps’. Full Article
ems IoT may expose connected cars, smart healthcare systems to security risks: Analyst By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2019-11-28T17:36:50+05:30 Internet of Things (IoT) technology can expose connected cars and smart healthcare systems to a lot of security threats, research analyst Satyajit Sinha said on Tuesday while presenting a webinar for ETTelecom. Full Article
ems Designing for the edge – The ‘smart’ in smart video security systems By cio.economictimes.indiatimes.com Published On :: 2020-03-12T08:44:15+05:30 AI-based recognition systems, and smart security video networks have led to a paradigm shift in the architecture of security video systems. Full Article
ems What are the impacts of fish-farming on marine ecosystems? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:18:15 GMT New EU-supported research in the Mediterranean Sea has assessed the impact of fish-farming on seafloor ecosystems. Results indicate that impacts are only apparent in habitats with no vegetation, but the researchers suggest that habitats with vegetation seagrass could be masking the effects. Full Article
ems Coastal structures change marine ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:46:56 +0100 The urbanisation of coastal areas and introduction of man-made structures, such as jetties and seawalls, are changing marine environments. A new analysis highlights the impacts of these changes on marine plants and animals and suggests options to manage the detrimental effects. Full Article
ems Mosquito pesticide causes knock on problems for birds By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 7 Oct 2010 11:40:56 +0100 Pesticides that kill mosquitoes could have indirect effects on other species, according to researchers. The study indicated that a well-known mosquito insecticide led to reduced numbers of eggs and chick survival for house martin birds. Full Article
ems Conservation Systems improve resilience of biodiversity policy By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:44:05 GMT Activists and policy makers are often considered to be separate influences on environmental issues. A new review suggests that the key to long-term conservation policy could lie in the creation of 'Conservation Systems'. These are a collective of activists, organisations and policy makers which could make biodiversity conservation efforts more resilient to major external changes, such as economic crises, change in government or conflict. Full Article
ems Monitoring the restoration of coastal and estuarine ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 13 Jan 2011 13:15:59 GMT Restoring ecosystems in estuaries and along coasts is an important part of European environmental policy. A new analysis of degraded ecosystems has indicated that, although some restoration can take less than five years, when there has been a century of degradation, it can take a minimum of 15-25 years. Full Article
ems Fish farm pollution damages seabed ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:46:21 GMT New research from the Mediterranean suggests that marine ecosystems are disturbed by the organic food and faeces waste from fish farms, even when the pollutants themselves can no longer be detected. The study recommends calculating an individual pollution 'carrying capacity' for each type of marine habitat, and provides the first published estimate for a ma??rl habitat. Full Article
ems How will biodiversity loss compromise Earth's life support systems? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 14 Jul 2011 11:34:41 +0100 Scientists have evaluated two decades of research into declining biodiversity and concluded unequivocally that loss of species richness leads to a reduction in how well ecosystems function. The researchers evaluated the evidence for key biodiversity theories and predicted that scientific progress in the next five to ten years will provide the information we need to efficiently conserve certain ecological processes. Full Article
ems Diverse ecosystems vulnerable in changing environmental conditions By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 21 Jun 2012 12:39:45 +0100 Changing environmental conditions could put diverse ecosystems, such as rainforests and coral reefs, at greater risk of multiple extinctions. A new study suggests that, rather than protecting ecosystems from collapse, high levels of biodiversity may actually prove risky in a situation such as climate change ??? where an unpredictable environment can suddenly extinguish a population needed to support an ecosystem, leading to knock-on effects further up the food chain. Full Article
ems Restoring ecosystems likely to be economically profitable By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 12 Dec 2013 08:07:13 GMT The economic benefits of restoring natural ecosystems outweigh the costs, according to new research. The study examined the financial costs and benefits of restoring a range of ecosystems, including those found in marine, inland and coastal habitats, and concludes that in most cases the large value of ecosystem services provides a net economic benefit. Full Article
ems New method for mapping seafloor ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:56:02 GMT Researchers have developed a new method of mapping seafloor habitats, which uses easily measured environmental properties to infer the type and extent of seafloor ecosystems. It could help in the effective implementation of the European Marine Strategy Framework Directive, the researchers suggest. Full Article
ems New guidelines for protection of unique deep-sea ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:57:03 GMT Guidelines to establish reserves protecting deep-sea hydrothermal vents and cold seep ecosystems have been proposed. A group of stakeholders from 14 countries have put forward the Dinard Guidelines for Chemosynthetic Ecological Reserves, to help design and manage reserves for these unique ecosystems in national and international waters. Full Article
ems Offshore wind farm foundations could alter seafloor ecosystems of the North Sea By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 18 Dec 2013 08:57:03 GMT The planned expansion of offshore wind farms in the German Bight of the North Sea will provide hard surfaces in what is currently a soft-bottom habitat. This could see an increase in the numbers of some species, such as mussels, which attach themselves to these hard structures, in turn leading to increased numbers of fish and crabs specialised to this habitat, new research suggests. Full Article
ems The effects of nuclear power cooling systems on the critically endangered European eel By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2014 9:23:19 GMT A case study in Sweden has shown that critically endangered European eels are being lost when they are sucked into the local nuclear power station???s cooling system. A process to pump the eels back into the sea could be beneficial to this species, the researchers conclude. Full Article
ems The effects of climate change on seafloor ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 27 Mar 2014 9:23:19 GMT Ocean warming driven by climate change will reduce the amount of food reaching marine life on the seafloor, a recent study suggests. This would result in a 5.2% global reduction in seafloor biomass by the end of the 21st century and biodiversity hotspots, such as cold-water coral reefs, will be particularly badly affected, say the researchers. Full Article
ems Trawling threatens to destroy deep-sea ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 18 Sep 2014 9:23:19 GMT Intensive trawling could turn seafloor ecosystems into ‘deserts of the sea’, new research warns. The study found that continuous bottom trawling for shrimp in a deep-sea Spanish canyon has damaged the foundations of marine ecosystems by dramatically reducing seafloor biodiversity and nutrients in sediment. Full Article
ems Habitat equivalency analysis reveals highest priority projects for damaged ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2015 11:11:11 GMT Adapted habitat equivalency analysis (HEA) may help decision makers select projects to restore damaged ecosystems under a limited budget. HEA, used to assess damages to natural resources, can help to clarify objectives and compare trade-offs between projects to choose the most cost-effective among them, according to this study’s authors. Full Article
ems Guidelines for restoring ecosystems: when, where and how? By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 03 Dec 2015 09:12:03 GMT Chemical contamination impairs ecosystem function and reduces biodiversity. Restoration of contaminated ecosystems is important to re-establish the ecosystem services on which society depends. This study provides recommendations to maximise the success of restoration projects by considering when, where and how contaminated sites should be restored. Full Article
ems Implications of extreme floods for river ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 18 Feb 2016 09:12:34 GMT The frequency and severity of flooding is expected to increase in the future. This study explored how these changes will affect rivers, in terms of structure as well as animal and plant life. The authors discuss the management implications of their findings and highlight areas for future research, including developing early warning systems for threats to ecosystems. Full Article
ems Immediate ban on fisheries discards may destabilise marine ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 03 Mar 2016 09:12:34 GMT Discarding – returning unwanted catches to the sea – is seen as wasteful, but banning the practice would remove an important food source for many marine organisms. This study modelled the effects of gradually reducing and abruptly banning discards using data from a protected bay in Australia. The researchers recommend gradual reduction of discards in order to maintain ecosystem stability. Full Article
ems Sustainable drainage systems: new ecosystem services-based evaluation methods By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 17 Nov 2016 9:23:19 GMT Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) could be made better for biodiversity and local people with the help of two new evaluation methods presented by a recent study. The methods, which assess the value of SuDS sites for wildlife habitat, carbon sequestration, recreation and education, are described by the study’s authors as cost-effective, quick and reliable, and could help designers plan and retrofit SuDS that are wildlife-friendly and socially inclusive. Full Article
ems Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity: nature conservation and climate policy are mutually beneficial (Germany) By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thur, 05 October 2017 9:23:19 GMT A new study has assessed the value of ecosystem-based approaches to mitigating climate changes and conserving biodiversity in Germany. The researchers highlight the trade-offs and synergies between climate adaptation and nature conservation and suggest that effective ecosystem-based climate policy requires improved coordination between different sectors, such as agriculture, forestry and energy. Full Article
ems Demand is key to efficiently conserving ecosystems and their services By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Mon, 22 October 2019 11:23:19 GMT Ecosystems provide myriad services upon which human societies and economies depend. However, most efforts to quantify and conserve these ecosystem services (ES) focus more on service ‘supply’ (functions which potentially benefit humans) than on ‘demand’ (human desire for that supply). This study maps supply and benefit for three ES — flood mitigation, crop pollination, and nature-based recreation — in the state of Vermont, northeast USA, and finds that efforts to conserve ES could be more efficient if policymakers consider ‘demand’, whilst also decreasing trade-offs with biodiversity protection and conservation. Full Article
ems Ventilation systems and respirators help protect workers from nanoparticles By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:51:30 +0100 Unprotected workers exposed to airborne nanoparticles face a potential health risk from carbon black and titanium dioxide nanoparticles, according to a recent study. Reducing airborne nanoparticle contamination to acceptable levels can be achieved by using a workplace filter ventilation system and personal respirators. Full Article
ems New guide to help reduce pesticide pollution in aquatic ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 30 APR 2014 9:23:19 GMT Pollution from agricultural pesticides can present a serious threat to aquatic ecosystems. Researchers have now developed a guide to identify the most appropriate measures to reduce pesticides entering waterways. It focuses on reducing pesticide entry via spray drift or runoff. Full Article
ems Deepwater Horizon oil causes heart problems in developing fish embryos By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 03 Jul 2014 9:23:19 GMT The Deepwater Horizon oil spill is likely to have damaged large numbers of tuna and amberjack fish embryos, new research suggests. Fish embryos exposed to oil samples taken during the spill developed abnormalities in their hearts and, consequently, their spines, fins and eyes. This is likely to have caused population declines in these commercially important species, the researchers conclude. Full Article
ems Silver nanoparticles could pose risk to aquatic ecosystems By ec.europa.eu Published On :: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 9:23:19 GMT Silver nanoparticles are toxic to common bacteria at concentrations found in many aquatic environments across the globe, new research has found. Bacteria often form a key part of ecosystems and these impacts may be felt by the entire system, the researchers warn. Full Article