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Drone and Security Fence
From AI-powered cameras to crash-proof gates, manufacturers deploy cutting-edge defenses as CFATS expires.
Opinion: How a SCOTUS Decision on Fisheries Influences the Chemical Industry
SCOTUS ruling limits agency power, impacting regulations. Chemical industry faces potential changes in safety and environmental standards.
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As environmental groups push for stricter regulations on vinyl chloride and chloroprene, manufacturers like Denka Performance Elastomer threaten plant closures, while the Vinyl...
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Updates to the Responsible Care initiative emphasize process and progress over meeting minimum thresholds.

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June 24, 2025
Lawsuits filed on behalf of Northwest Georgia property owners claim Shaw Industries and Mohawk Industries dumped toxic PFAS chemicals, posing environmental risks and demanding...
EPA Seeks Delay to Potentially Overturn Chrysotile Asbestos Ban
June 18, 2025
The agency plans a 30-month review of regulations enacted under the Biden administration, citing concerns the ban was excessive and didn't consider alternative safety measures...
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Firefighters in protective chemical HAZMAT suits stop chemical leak
May 21, 2025
Four workers reportedly hospitalized after a Level 3 chlorine leak at Olin’s Plant B in Freeport, Texas.
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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin
May 5, 2025
New restructuring aims to streamline chemical safety reviews, standardize air pollution standards and save $350M annually.

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Dec. 17, 2013
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East Palestine Ohio train derailment
Feb. 4, 2025
The visit coincides with the two-year anniversary of the train derailment that contaminated air, soil and water in the area.
EPA Administrator Zeldin’s Bipartisan Voting Record
Jan. 31, 2025
Before leading the EPA, Zeldin served in the U.S. House of Representatives. Here’s how he voted for the environment and industry.
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Jan. 22, 2025
A streamlined and efficient review process is critical to fostering innovation, said SOCMA and the American Chemistry Council.
American Chemistry Council Backs Zeldin to Lead EPA
Jan. 17, 2025
ACC’s Jahn says group would work with new agency head to adopt ‘science-based’ policies.