Jonathan Katz

Executive Editor

Jonathan Katz, executive editor, brings nearly two decades of experience as a B2B journalist to Chemical Processing magazine. He has expertise on a wide range of industrial topics. Jon previously served as the managing editor for IndustryWeek magazine and, most recently, as a freelance writer specializing in content marketing for the manufacturing sector.

His knowledge areas include industrial safety, environmental compliance/sustainability, lean manufacturing/continuous improvement, Industry 4.0/automation and many other topics of interest to the Chemical Processing audience.

When he’s not working, Jon enjoys fishing, hiking and music, including a small but growing vinyl collection.

Jon resides in the Cleveland, Ohio, area.

Unlikely Allies: Industrial Leaders Demand Government Push for Green Solutions

Oct. 1, 2024
Execs from Braskem, Coeur Mining and Holcim discuss partnerships, policy needs and emerging technologies at Reuters event.

Trending News: Pipeline Fire; Exxon Goes To Court; In Memoriam to Industry Innovator

Sept. 27, 2024
What were the hot topics in September 2024? Executive Editor Jon Katz runs through all the attention-getters.

Chemical Processing Notebook: The Great Talent Tug-of-War

Sept. 3, 2024
A veteran recruiter reveals how mortgage rates, tech industry poaching and evolving worker preferences are reshaping the chemical-engineering job market.

2Q Chemical Industry Earnings Snapshot

Aug. 27, 2024
Mixed quarterly results for five major players in the chemical sector

Deconstructing the Chemical Industry’s Skills Gap

Aug. 19, 2024
An aging workforce, fierce competition for graduates and culture clashes: Inside the chemical industry's struggle to fill critical roles.

Next Up for AI in Chemistry: ‘Superweeds’

Aug. 2, 2024
In a previous blog, I discussed my apprehension and acceptance with chemicals in my yard. My never-ending battle with weeds persists well into the summer, and I’m constantly...

Chemical Safety Board Warns of Active Storm Season as Beryl Approaches

July 8, 2024
Several petrochemical operations already affected by Hurricane Beryl.

Supreme Court Rulings Challenge EPA Authority, Sparking Environmental Concerns

July 1, 2024
Recent decisions block cross-state pollution rule and overturn longstanding regulatory doctrine.

June Roundup: Great Molasses Flood, Barbie Impacts Chemical Industry, EPA’s Tight Grip On Toxic Chemicals

June 28, 2024
Distilled News examines the top three stories trending on chemicalprocessing.com. Hosted by Jonathan Katz, executive editor of Chemical Processing.

In the Shadow of Physics, a Chemistry Giant Shines

June 12, 2024
Edward Morley's meticulous work in determining the atomic weight of oxygen may have been overshadowed by his role in the famous Michelson-Morley physics experiment. Yet, in Cleveland...

EPA Tightens Grip on Toxic Chemicals, Industry Feels the Heat

June 6, 2024
As environmental groups push for stricter regulations on vinyl chloride and chloroprene, manufacturers like Denka Performance Elastomer threaten plant closures, while the Vinyl...

Chemical Processing Notebook: Reshoring Critical Chemical Production to Fortify U.S. Supply Chains

May 23, 2024
Lacamas Laboratories and ACMI discuss their partnership to secure domestic production of a key defense department material.

Chemical Processing Notebook: Bracing for the Regulatory Onslaught

May 13, 2024
Latest Production Pulse segment explores EPA regulations targeting hazardous air pollutants and PFAS chemicals.

Roots of Reflection: Yardwork in a Chemical World

May 2, 2024
Fearing and accepting agrochemicals has become a part of my outdoor experience.

Digitalization Meets Sustainability in the Chemical Industry

April 29, 2024
How process plants are leveraging IoT, business intelligence and data modeling to deliver on their environmental goals

Slideshow: What is This Technology?

April 24, 2024
Chemical process operations have many moving parts with various technologies, some tried and true and virtually unchanged for decades and newer innovations that might be less ...

EPA's Toxic Emissions Ruling Puts Chemical Manufacturers on Notice

April 9, 2024
EPA estimates new Clean Air Act standard will cost industry $150 million a year to comply.

Distilled News: The Top Chemical Industry Stories for the Week of March 31

April 8, 2024
A look back at the Baltimore bridge collapse, DOE grants for industry projects, nuclear energy, Neanderthals and the annual Salary Survey.