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Winners and losers in the recycling technology development race.
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As global water demand is projected to rise 30% by 2050, companies like Dow, BASF and LyondellBasell are testing water treatment and recycling technologies to secure their operations...
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Oil giant alleges California AG and environmental groups caused lost business deals by falsely portraying its advanced plastics recycling as a "sham."
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The unintended consequences of plastic substitutes prove that testing in relevant environmental settings should be required before wide-scale adoption.

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PFAS destruction method creates graphene from contaminated carbon materials.
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PFAS Regulation Timeline Towards 2026 Compliance
April 28, 2025
New initiatives will establish stricter wastewater guidelines, expand PFAS testing and strengthen enforcement to control contamination.
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April 28, 2025
3M's phased approach to discontinue PFAS use encounters obstacles as regulatory standards and limited alternatives from suppliers prolong the presence of PFAS in products beyond...

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Economic growth, industrialization and population growth are driving the increasing demand for water, while factors such as climate change, pollution and regulation are affecting...
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Process design and process safety are critical considerations in chemical production and processing. With design and safety paramount at the outset of any new development or equipment...
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Feb. 28, 2025
Chemours Company accused of unlawfully violating water pollution limits in Ohio River.
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Feb. 24, 2025
Petrochemical company agreed to a $160,000 fine to settle violations related to air emissions and other issues at its oil refinery in Lake Charles.
20 States Challenge Climate Change Superfund Act
Feb. 21, 2025
Lawsuit contends that legislation ignores the direct culprit for carbon emissions — consumers — and targets processing facilities.
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Nickel-silver catalyst makes toxic chemical production safer, greener.