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Ambercycle, Shinkong Synthetic Fibers form strategic partnership
June 8th, 2023
Ambercycle and Shinkong Synthetic Fibers Corporation announced a strategic partnership to enable circularity in apparel. The collaboration aims to accelerate the production of high-quality performance yarns using Ambercycle’s regenerated cycora® material, in response to the heightened demand of the industry. Textile-to-textile regenerated materials will radically improve the sustainability of apparel supply chains by reducing emissions, […]
Geomembrane-capped landfill PV Solar Plant named 2023 Project of the Year
June 8th, 2023
Every year the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) New Jersey Section recognizes and celebrates outstanding individuals and projects that have made significant contributions to the civil engineering industry in the state of New Jersey within the past calendar year. This year's 2023 Project of the Year winner has been awarded to the GEMS Landfill PV Solar Plant. […]
Standard Fiber appoints Chad Altbaier, David Wang co- CEOs
June 7th, 2023
Chad Altbaier David Wang Standard Fiber, one of the world’s largest innovators and suppliers to the home textiles market, has promoted Chad Altbaier and David Wang as co-CEOs charged with leading the company in a bold new direction of advanced textile innovation, consumer-responsive product design and unparalleled global production capabilities. Altbaier, previously the company's CCO, […]
Why have most geotextile artificial reefs never really worked?
June 7th, 2023
Artificial surfing reefs are a technology that has come with a lot of hype, but famous failures such as Boscombe in the United Kingdom have made man-made reefs the surfing equivalent of Don Quixote tilting at windmills. Time and time again, we’ve seen hopeful coverage during the planning stages, only for the projects to go over […]
Event Source unveils new design center
June 6th, 2023
Event Source, Cleveland, has announced the grand reopening of its state-of-the-art Design Center in Columbus, Ohio. The development marks a milestone for the company as it continues to expand its offerings and enhance its commitment to delivering exceptional event experiences, the company said. Located in Clintonville, a neighborhood in Columbus, the newly renovated Design Center […]
YKK achieves 100% renewable energy purchasing
June 6th, 2023
YKK Group’s comprehensive energy conservation and sustainability programs have increased energy efficiency and have greatly reduced carbon output. The Macon, Ga., facility (shown here) has substantially decreased electricity consumption by idling non-essential air compressors. Photo: YKK Group YKK Corporation announces that the number of YKK locations that have switched 100% of their electricity consumption to […]
2023 National Boating Safety Awards submissions now open
June 6th, 2023
The Sea Tow Foundation’s Boating Safety Advisory Council announced the call for entries for the 2023 National Boating Safety Awards. There is no cost to enter, and applications take less than 10 minutes to complete. The Awards recognize efforts to promote boating safety within the for-profit sector of the boating industry, and two new award […]
Pathway to truly sustainable geotextiles
June 6th, 2023
For several geotextile applications, longevity and durability are important factors in order to fulfill their function in soil reinforcement and protection. However, geotextiles with a much shorter life-span, which are designed to degrade after a certain time period, are in demand. Biodegradable geotextiles are perfect for applications where once they have completed their task they […]
Modern Meadow partners with Navis Tubetex
June 5th, 2023
Modern Meadow Bio-FREED™ is a one-step, foam-based highly efficient dyeing system that uses 95% less water, 75% less energy, 80% less dyes and chemicals, and no salts compared to traditional dyeing. Modern Meadow, a biofabrication company specializing in the development of sustainable materials, announced its strategic partnership with Navis TubeTex, a provider of high-technology finishing […]
Seaman Corporation honored for commitment to community
June 5th, 2023
The United Way of Wayne and Holmes counties in Wooster, Ohio has named Seaman Corporation the 2022 winner of the Stanleys Cup, in recognition of the company's long history and engagement with the community Seaman Corporation associates, left to right, Lisa Fogal, Kelly Gallion, Vicky Puster, and Tammy Hoffman were all donors to the United Way in […]