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Illinois Tech assistant professor awarded funding to stop spread of ‘forever chemicals’ into waterways
January 26th, 2023
Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) assistant professor David Lampert was recently awarded funding by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s People, Prosperity, and the Planet (P3) Student Design Competition for a project to stop the spread of “forever chemicals” into waterways. Lampert’s project—one of just three nationwide selected for phase II funding—focuses on preventing the movement of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) […]
EPA announces latest actions to protect groundwater and communities from coal ash contamination
January 26th, 2023
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the latest action to protect communities and hold facilities accountable for controlling and cleaning up the contamination created by coal ash disposal. The agency issued six proposed determinations to deny facilities’ requests to continue disposing coal combustion residuals (CCR or coal ash) into unlined surface impoundments. For […]
MARAD announces grants for small shipyards
January 25th, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOD) Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced the availability of nearly $20 million in Federal Fiscal Year 2023 funding to help modernize small U.S. shipyards and train the workforce in this sector. MARAD’s Small Shipyard Grant Program provides grants that can be used to purchase equipment or provide employee training. In addition, […]
Podcast delves into AASHTO publications division
January 25th, 2023
The latest episode of the AASHTO re:source podcast focuses on the work performed by the publications division of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). AASHTO re:source – which launched this podcast series in September 2020 — provides services and tools through three major programs: the Laboratory Assessment Program, the Proficiency Sample Program, and […]
Darn Tough Vermont hires Kristen Graf
January 24th, 2023
Darn Tough Vermont®, the fastest-growing American manufacturer of performance outdoor and lifestyle socks, announces the addition of Kristen Graf as Global Director, Environmental and Social Responsibility. Graf is stepping into the role with two decades of experience in developing and overseeing sustainability and equity programs. Building off her personal passions, Graf will leverage her skillset […]
ATA Canada Workshop speakers announced
January 24th, 2023
The Advanced Textile Association (ATA) Canada Workshop 2023 has announced five speakers who will take part in the Canada Division’s one-day workshop focused on the Canadian textile market. This workshop takes place Feb. 9, 2023, at Lasalle Canvas Inc., in Quebec, Canada. The speakers are: Alex Petizian, Sales and Account Manager, Supply Management Naizil Coated […]
Differentiating sources of PFAS with multiple lines of evidence
January 24th, 2023
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are ubiquitous in the environment. Because a multitude of common commercial products contain PFAS, the potential exists for PFAS contamination to impact a wide variety of business sectors and practices. It’s especially difficult to determine who’s responsible for addressing PFAS when contamination likely stems from several origins. Due to the proliferation […]
Chameleon Chairs partners with DBD Las Vegas
January 23rd, 2023
Chameleon Chairs, Los Angeles, has entered into a new partnership with Las Vegas-based event design and production company, Destinations By Design (DBD), as the exclusive vendor of The Chameleon Chair Collection for the greater Las Vegas region. The Chameleon Chair Collection is a luxury line of chair seating solutions popular for weddings, galas, and various special events. […]
MIP Inc. appoints Dean Johnson president, CEO
January 23rd, 2023
Dean Johnson appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of MIP Inc. (CNW Group/MIP) MIP Inc. announces the appointment of Dean Johnson to the position of president and chief executive officer. Dean will commence with MIP effective January 23, 2023. Dean brings 20 years of senior executive experience, including a proven track record of leading complex multi-national organizations […]
Direct-to-film desktop printing
January 23rd, 2023
Roland DGA’s VersaSTUDIO BN-20D Direct-to-Film System combines outstanding print quality with simple, reliable operation in an affordable desktop printing solution. Roland DGA’s VersaSTUDIO BN-20D Direct-to-Film System combines outstanding print quality with simple, reliable operation in an affordable desktop solution that makes customizing apparel and accessories with eye-catching graphics easier than ever. The system consists of […]