Industry News

Shell to Provide Braskem With Biobased Propylene

March 18, 2024
Third-party certified material follows mass-balance approach, mixing sustainable and non-sustainable material.

EPA Enacts New Ethylene Oxide Emissions Rules for Sterilization Plants

March 18, 2024
Agency also is working on stronger standards for chemical facilities.

Humidity Is Bad For Hair But Good For Carbon Capture

March 15, 2024
Researchers found a way to capture and release carbon dioxide from the atmosphere by simply changing the surrounding humidity.

Nova Chemicals Zeros In On Plastics Circularity

March 15, 2024
Company creates a hub for knowledge exchange and technology development for the circular economy of plastics.

EPA Fines Dyno Nobel, Inc. for Clean Air Act Violations

March 13, 2024
The company will pay a $394,000 fine and address Risk Management Program deficiencies at its Wyoming plant.

UK Invests in Future Green Chemists

March 13, 2024
The University of York Green Chemistry Centre of Excellence to partner in two ambitious centers for doctoral training of chemists focused on sustainability solutions.

Toray Industries' New Polymer Membrane Aimed at Boosting Vehicle Ranges

March 12, 2024
Ion-conductive material promises 10x ion conductivity.

DuPont Renews Partnership With Semiconductor Incubator

March 11, 2024
Silicon Catalyst to continue helping company identify startups developing advanced semiconductor materials.

SEC Rule Requires Disclosure of GHG Emissions

March 8, 2024
Scope 1,2,3 requirements will be impacted and only reported if significant.

Workshop Addresses Neglected Water Treatment

March 8, 2024
Electric Utility Chemistry Workshop can mitigate boiler tube failures.

Enhanced Flow Powers Ammonia-Fueled Vehicles

March 8, 2024
Researchers have been working on designing engines where ammonia can be used as a standalone fuel.

Haifa North America Fined $600K for TSCA Reporting Violations

March 6, 2024
Company will pay $664,267 penalty and submit required reports.

2024 Winners of IChemE Medals Named

March 6, 2024
Eight individuals and five groups have been recognized for their exceptional contribution to the field of chemical and process engineering.

Kodiak Acquires Aztech Lubricants

March 5, 2024
Company boosts capabilities related to powdered chemical manufacturing and oil-based blending.

Evonik Announces Major Job Cuts Amid Sales Slump

March 5, 2024
Company to reduce workforce by 2,000 to save $434 million.

Chemours Puts Executives on Leave Pending Investigation

March 4, 2024
Company delays fourth-quarter and full-year financial report.

EPA Introduces Overhauled Accident-Planning Rules for Chemical Plants

March 4, 2024
ACC says ruling will triple anticipated costs for implementation; EPA says it will protect communities of color.

Grant Bankrolls Sustainable Hydrogen Production

March 1, 2024
Research team will develop a membrane to separate different elements in the air and support gasification-based hydrogen production.

Elevator To Space Possible?

March 1, 2024
Binding carbon nanotubes to metals makes them even stronger than diamonds.

ACC Applauds Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit Proposal

Feb. 28, 2024
The chemical sector will play a primary role in lower-emissions hydrogen production.

Chemstream Inc. Announces Full Compliance with Radical Transparency Initiative

Feb. 28, 2024
Chemstream commits to improving environmental regulations and public trust by adopting a new standard designed to increase transparency in the oil and gas industry.

BASF and Sabic Sound Alarms as Chemical Industry Grapples with Challenges

Feb. 27, 2024
BASF is set to implement another round of cost-savings reductions at Ludwigshafen site.

Haviland Enterprises to Build $7 Million Chemistry Lab in Michigan

Feb. 27, 2024
New facility will help the company advance its growth goals in the water treatment market.

Air Liquide, Sasol Sign New Renewables Contract

Feb. 26, 2024
Companies sign long-term contracts to supply an additional 110 MW of renewable energy to the Secunda site

Yokogawa, Tsubame BHB to Jointly Develop Green Ammonia Production Technology

Feb. 26, 2024
Yokogawa will work with Tsubame BHB to jointly develop solutions that automate the ammonia production process.

ABB to Deliver Advanced Control System for BASF's Ethernet-APL Project in Europe

Feb. 26, 2024
ABB won the contract after BASF completed a testbed project in March 2023 with several suppliers.

CSB Report: Startup Triggered Incident that Seriously Injured Employee

Feb. 23, 2024
A metal tube ruptured within a reactor charge furnace, releasing renewable diesel and hydrogen resulting in a fire.

BASF Brings Chemical Recycling to the United States

Feb. 21, 2024
BASF has begun processing feedstock from plastic waste at its Port Arthur, Texas facility to help promote a circular economy.

Kansas State University Renames, Relocates Bulk Solids Center

Feb. 21, 2024
Kansas State University is looking to hire a director for its newly relocated Bulk Solids Technology Center in Olathe, Kansas.

Perstorp Launches ISCC Plus-Certified Plant in India

Feb. 21, 2024
Specialty chemicals maker’s new plant will produce penta chemicals and its renewable-based counterpart.

Buttigieg Expresses Frustration Over Inaction on Railway Safety Bill

Feb. 20, 2024
Transportation secretary makes remarks ahead of Biden's visit to East Palestine, Ohio.

Cefic Urges EU Leaders to Embrace Framework for Industrial Competitiveness

Feb. 20, 2024
Environmental group says industry is putting 'polluters' profits over public health.'

Center for Climate Integrity Report: Petrochemical Companies Deceived Public on Plastics Recycling

Feb. 19, 2024
Environmental organization accuses the industry of lying about the potential benefits of plastics reuse.

House Votes to Overturn LNG Export Moratorium

Feb. 19, 2024
Bill likely won't make it through the Senate but could have implications for future government-spending bills.

Judge Hands Down Prison Sentence to Didion Milling Vice President

Feb. 19, 2024
Three officials receive two-year sentences, fines for their role in deadly blast.

Technique Promises Dramatic Efficiency Boost for Chemical Processing Reactions

Feb. 16, 2024
Practical applications could lead to significantly more efficient production of various chemical materials with minimal energy input.

Chemical Reactor Uses Microwaves to Reduce Carbon Emissions

Feb. 16, 2024
Reactor technology could slash energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

DuPont Membranes for Lithium-Brine Purification Named Edison Awards Finalist

Feb. 14, 2024
Company’s nanofiltration membrane elements are a finalist in the Resource Recovery & Environmental Conservation category.

IChemE Global Awards Seeks Entries

Feb. 14, 2024
Now in its 30th year, the program accepts entries from both Institution of Chemical Engineers members and non-members around the world.

LG Chem, GM Ink Cathode Material Supply Agreement

Feb. 13, 2024
Material will be enough power 5 million units of high-performance pure electric vehicles

Air Products Signs Renewable Energy Agreement with Enco

Feb. 13, 2024
Company expects emissions reductions equal to the carbon footprint of approximately 45,000 households.

BASF to Divest Shares in China Joint Ventures Amid Human Rights Allegations

Feb. 12, 2024
The company said it has not found any evidence of violations.

University of Cincinnati Researchers ID Path to More Efficient Ethylene Production

Feb. 12, 2024
New technologies could make the chemical industry greener and more energy efficient.

American Chemistry Council Asks Biden For Regulation Impact Analysis

Feb. 9, 2024
ACC wants an Interagency Policy Committee to coordinate economic impact on the chemical industry.

Chevron Phillips Chemical Names New CEO

Feb. 9, 2024
Steve Prusak brings deep knowledge of CPChem’s core business and robust growth experience to the role.

American Chemistry Council Comments on EPA’s Air Quality Standard

Feb. 7, 2024
The ACC believes the new standard for fine particle matter will hinder the United States' ability to build new infrastructure, expand manufacturing and grow the economy.

EPA Finalizes Stronger Standards for Particle Pollution

Feb. 7, 2024
Agency claims the updated standard will yield up to $46B in net health benefits, save lives and build healthier communities, while supporting economic growth.

Exxon Mobil's Balancing Act: Fossil Fuels Meet Low-Carbon Solutions

Feb. 6, 2024
Several carbon-reduction initiatives are underway at the company's Baytown, Texas, operations.

Dow CEO Earns International Palladium Medal

Feb. 5, 2024
Jim Fitterling has helped lead Dow toward its ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company.

Survey Says: Raw Materials, Labor and Energy Are Scarce Resources

Feb. 5, 2024
New report shows resource scarcity is leading to increased costs, supply chain disruption and slowdowns in production.

No Industrial Restriction In Secret (IRIS) Act Introduced

Feb. 2, 2024
The No IRIS Act would prohibit the federal government from using the EPA’s Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) to inform its rulemakings unless Congress explicitly authorizes...

Cobalt Nanoclusters Hold Promise For Single-Atom Catalysis

Jan. 31, 2024
Researchers demonstrate the successful formation of functional nanoclusters using cobalt atom deposition on two-dimensional arrays of crown ether ring molecules.

OSHA Issues Surprise Safety Update

Jan. 31, 2024
Q&A format provides OSHA’s “take” on PSM compliance.

Air Liquide and TotalEnergies to Develop Hydrogen Fueling Stations Across Europe

Jan. 30, 2024
Companies are aiming to develop more than 100 hydrogen stations over the next decade.