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    Reducing emissions continues to be a key driver as plants comply with federal, state and local government regulations designed to combat air pollution. To curb greenhouse gas emissions, many plants utilize a variety of tools, sensors, filtration devices and reduction equipment and more to meet or exceed compliance and environmental protection goals.

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    A PEM electrolyzer optimizes conversion of hydrogen molecules into protons at the anode while directly converting CO2 to formic acid at the cathode.
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    Regulations
    Latest Production Pulse segment explores EPA regulations targeting hazardous air pollutants and PFAS chemicals.
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    Smoke stacks emitting harmful emissions into the atmosphere causing global warming.
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's recent revision of National Ambient Air Quality Standards for particulate matter has stirred up a contentious discourse. Understanding...
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    BASF's Verbund concept integrates production, energy and logistics for sustainable growth. Similar initiatives emerge globally, enhancing collaboration for sustainability.

    News

    Feds Cut $270M Grant For Carbon Project
    June 6, 2025
    A total of $3.7 billion in grants for carbon capture and decarbonization projects across the country have been pulled.
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    April 11, 2025
    "These state laws and policies are fundamentally irreconcilable with my administration's objective to unleash American energy. They should not stand."
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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.
    Ethylene Oxide: ‘Save A Lot of CO2 And A Lot of Money’
    Traci Purdum
    Feb. 21, 2025
    Nickel-silver catalyst makes toxic chemical production safer, greener.

    White Papers: In Depth Research

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    Nov. 11, 2014
    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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    Parker Hannifin
    Feb. 24, 2012
    Hazardous locations have or could potentially have high concentrations of flammable gases, vapors, combustible dusts, etc. A small spark can lead to a horrific explosion dangerous...

    Traci Purdum
    June 14, 2024
    Researchers toured Louisiana’s chemical corridor with a mobile lab and captured “remarkable” emissions data.
    Jonathan Katz
    March 18, 2024
    Agency also is working on stronger standards for chemical facilities.
    March 15, 2024
    Researchers found a way to capture and release carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by simply changing the surrounding humidity.
    Traci Purdum
    March 8, 2024
    Scope 1,2,3 requirements will be impacted and only reported if significant.