Overview of nitrogen metabolism with a focus on the disposal of nitrogen through amino acid catabolism. It explains the process of removing the α-amino groups from amino acids, the synthesis of urea, and the conversion of carbon skeletons to energy-producing pathways.

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This standard covers corporate accounting and reporting principles, tracking emissions over time, calculating emissions, and reporting GHG emissions.

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Principles and guidelines for preparing GHG emissions inventories, focusing on organizational boundaries, operational boundaries, tracking emissions over time, calculating emissions, and reporting GHG emissions. It emphasizes relevance, completeness, consistency, transparency, and accuracy in accoun

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This training curriculum covers principles of GHG accounting, organizational boundaries, setting operational boundaries, tracking emissions over time, calculating emissions, and reporting GHG emissions. It emphasizes the importance of determining which company operations and emissions sources to inc

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This study examines the tradeoffs between water savings, economic impact, and greenhouse gas emissions resulting from technological changes in the irrigation industry. Key objectives include estimating water savings for different crops, quantifying GHG emissions from new irrigation technologies, and

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Consumption-Based Emissions Inventories (CBEIs) play a crucial role in assessing greenhouse gas emissions linked to local consumption patterns. By calculating emissions associated with products and services used by a community, CBEIs reveal significant gaps in traditional emissions tracking, emphasi

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Nitrogen fixation is the conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into ammonia or nitrates by bacteria or industrial processes for plant absorption. Biological and abiological methods exist, with various bacteria and cyanobacteria involved in the process. Symbiotic relationships between these organisms an

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Nitrogen metabolism is crucial in the biosynthesis of amino acids such as glutamate and glutamine, incorporating ammonia for various physiological processes. Ammonia is efficiently transported and stored using compounds like alanine and glutamate, playing a key role in the urea cycle. Glutamate, a v

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Nitrogen fixation is a crucial process where nitrogen is converted into ammonia by nitrogen-fixing bacteria, benefiting plants like legumes. Symbiotic nitrogen fixation involves a mutualistic exchange between plants and bacteria, exemplified by Rhizobium species. This symbiosis leads to the conversi

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Explore the latest enhancements in the IPCC inventory software related to waste sector emissions estimation. Major updates include subnational disaggregation, Tier 3 methods, wetlands supplement, and improvements in worksheet structure and layout. The software allows for detailed estimation of green

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Nitrogen, a vital element found in living and non-living things, plays a key role in the nitrogen cycle where it moves between organisms and the environment. However, human activities like using nitrogen-rich fertilizers can lead to environmental issues like waterway pollution. In addition, the proc

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Nitrogen, a colorless and odorless gas, is a vital element present in air and plays a crucial role in various chemical reactions. Known for its unreactive nature due to strong bonds, nitrogen is used in the manufacture of ammonia, fertilizers, and organic compounds. Discover how nitrogen is prepared

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Kirsten Beddows, Head of Agriculture Transformation, shares an updated Climate Change Plan focused on reducing emissions, achieving net-zero by 2045, and creating sustainable farming practices. The plan includes over a hundred new policies targeting emissions reduction, land use optimization, and ca

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Study on the dynamic interactions between surface water and groundwater in a tidal river, focusing on nitrogen cycling. The research highlights the impact of tidal fluctuations on bank storage, nitrogen transformation, and nutrient cycling. Findings suggest that river discharge affects the exchange

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Emissions Reductions Beyond the Clean Smokestacks Act (CSA) is a comprehensive program aimed at improving air quality by imposing limits on pollutant emissions from coal-burning facilities. The act has successfully achieved significant reductions in nitrogen oxide (NOx) and sulfur dioxide (SO2) emis

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This presentation by Michael Ege, an Emissions Inventory Specialist at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), focuses on improving area source oil and gas emissions estimates. It covers the methods used to estimate emissions, including the development of basin-specific equipment profi

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This study explores the timing of in-season nitrogen applications in agriculture to optimize yield and minimize nitrogen loss. Results show that early application is crucial to reduce nitrogen loss susceptibility. The research includes key plant growth stages, such as physiological maturity and side

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The adoption of N-Rich Strip has transformed nitrogen management practices over the years. Starting from small applications in 2003 to widespread utilization across acres in Oklahoma and Kansas, the confidence in this approach has grown significantly. Farmers are advised to monitor N-rich strips and

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Dr. Anna Jones and her team are spearheading efforts in Wales to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, with a focus on decarbonising NRW's supply chain and the public sector. The Welsh public sector aims to collectively reach net zero by 2030, with a strong emphasis on reporting and reducing emissions

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Corporations making energy disclosures on a college website by March 31st, 2021, must include annual UK energy use data, greenhouse gas emissions, methodology used, energy efficiency measures, and emissions intensity ratios. The disclosure covers Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, business travel, and met

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Cover crops can impact nitrogen availability for cash crops. This calculator helps estimate nitrogen availability from cover crop biomass, guiding N management decisions. It requires data on cover crop biomass and composition. Positive values suggest a nitrogen credit, while negative values indicate

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The presentation discusses the estimation of air emissions from shale gas development and production in North Carolina, highlighting the importance of analyzing emissions from oil and gas activities and associated truck traffic. The process involves building emissions inventory, photochemical modeli

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AFLEET is a tool developed by Argonne National Laboratory to analyze the emissions and costs of alternative fuel vehicles. It provides insights into the benefits of using different fuel technologies and helps in decision-making for vehicle fleet management. The tool includes calculations for emissio

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International Organization for Chemical Sciences in Development presents a Systems-Oriented Concept Map Extension (SOCME) focusing on biogeochemical flows of reactive nitrogen from NH3. The concept explores core reaction subsystems, energy input subsystems, equilibrium conditions, and the integratio

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The SQAS Assessor accreditation training in April 2022 focused on measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in warehouse operations. The content covers emission questions, scope of emissions, energy consumption examples, disaggregation of emissions, emission intensity calculation, and strategi

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Investigating the impact of microgravity on nitrogen fixation in red clover at Johnson County Central High School in Tecumseh, NE. The experiment aims to determine if clover exposed to space conditions fixates nitrogen similar to Earth conditions, crucial for growing food in space. Hypothesis, exper

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This research project, conducted by Dr. Jasper M. Teboh and his team at NDSU, investigates the impact of sulfur fertilization on nitrogen use efficiency for spring wheat and corn in Minnesota and North Dakota. The study aims to determine if wheat or corn respond to sulfur application, how sulfur aff

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This analysis explores the impact of increased remote work on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 lockdown. By examining workforce data, commuting patterns, and emission statistics in California, the study aims to quantify the potential decrease in GHG emis

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Understanding the microbial transformations of nitrogen in soil is crucial for optimizing plant nutrition. Factors such as climate, water supply, cultivation, soil texture, and depth influence the nitrogen content in soil. The different forms of soil nitrogen, including inorganic and organic compoun

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR) in 2011, aiming to improve air quality by reducing power plant emissions across state lines. Challenges and subsequent revisions led to the proposed CSAPR Update Rule in 2015, targeting interstate air po

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Tammy M. Thompson, a Senior Air Quality Scientist at the Environmental Defense Fund, discusses the modeling of ozone from oil and gas production emissions in New Mexico. The analysis focuses on areas with high ozone concentrations and their overlap with oil and gas regions, highlighting the sensitiv

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Abiotic cycles play a crucial role in regulating ecosystems. The hydrologic cycle involves processes like evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and transpiration. The carbon cycle relies on photosynthesis, respiration, and human activities like deforestation and burning fossil fuels. The nitroge

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Nitrogen is a crucial element in plant biochemistry, essential for protein synthesis and the formation of various organic compounds. This article explores the sources of nitrogen available to plants, including atmospheric nitrogen, nitrates, and organic nitrogen compounds. The importance of nitrogen

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Emissions inventory plays a crucial role in monitoring air pollutant discharges and assessing air quality. This article discusses the purpose of emissions inventory, distinguishing between actual and permitted emissions, and provides guidelines for preparing and reporting minor source emissions inve

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This study presents real-world data on black carbon (BC) and nitrogen oxide (NO) vehicle emission factors gathered through on-road chasing campaigns. The research explores the influence of dilution and vehicle performance on emission factor calculations, with a focus on measuring emissions from vehi

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This report discusses the methodology for calculating tailpipe emissions using vehicle stock and VMT data, along with grid emissions from charging PEVs. Challenges include differences in vehicle classifications and lack of trip forecast calculations. Mapping LDVs from CEC classes to EMFAC classes wa

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The atmospheric science community plays a crucial role in identifying, quantifying, and communicating unexpected emissions of controlled substances to support the goals of minimizing future ozone depletion and upholding the Montreal Protocol. By comparing observation-based estimates of global emissi

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Soils play a crucial role in greenhouse gas emissions and carbon sequestration. Karl Richards, Head of Soils, Environment & Land-Use Department at Teagasc, discusses the importance of managing farmland nitrogen emissions through various practices. Research focuses on reducing emissions and enhancing

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Cost-effective strategies to reduce ammonia emissions in agriculture are crucial in Latvia, where a significant portion of emissions originate from the agricultural sector. The study focuses on potential measures, such as precise mineral fertilizer application, improved manure management, nitrogen f

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Hydrogen is a promising energy carrier for the future, and efficient storage under ambient conditions is a key challenge. Nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes show potential due to their unique structure and chemical properties. This study focuses on the facile synthesis and hydrogen storage application

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