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Minnesota DNR announces $35M investment in boat access
March 26th, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has said it has identified more than 40 public water access sites throughout the state for extensive upgrades; smaller-scale improvements to more than 75 additional accesses are also anticipated. The work is part of the Get Out MORE (Modernize Outdoor Recreation Experiences) investments approved by the legislature and […]
EPA issues PFAS test order as part of National Testing Strategy
March 26th, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the fourth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) test order requiring testing on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under EPA’s National PFAS Testing Strategy, the latest action taken under EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadmap to confront contamination from “forever chemicals” nationwide. This action orders the 3M Company and Wacker Chemical Corporation to conduct […]
AAFA announces board of directors leadership for 2024–2025
March 25th, 2024
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced the renewal of its board of directors’ leadership and the addition of 15 new and re-elected board members. The following individuals were confirmed as AAFA’s Board of Directors leadership for the 2024–2025 term: Josue Solano, BBC International – chair Halide Alagöz, Ralph Lauren Corporation – vice chair […]
Compact direct-to-garment printer
March 25th, 2024
Epson’s SureColor® F-Series direct-to-garment (DTG) printer is a versatile entry-level printer. Epson’s SureColor® F-Series direct-to-garment (DTG) printer is a versatile entry-level printer purpose-built for a range of DTG and direct-to-film (DTFilm) printing applications. The hybrid printer combines outstanding image quality, easy operation and flexible performance in one space-saving package. It features an innovative enclosed design […]
Solmax collaborates with TenneT and SWITCH for recycling of geotextiles in energy projects in Europe
March 25th, 2024
World-leading geosynthetics manufacturer Solmax has collaborated with TenneT and SWITCH to successfully recycle geotextiles used in power grid projects. This initiative resulted in the repurposing of 80 tons of materials destined to become waste during the construction of a new power highway, utilizing approximately 500,000 m2 (598,000 yd2) of geotextile used as a temporary separation […]
H&M Group and Vargas Holding launch new venture to scale textile-to-textile recycled polyester
March 22nd, 2024
H&M Group and Vargas Holding, both based in Stockholm, Sweden, announced the founding of Syre, a new venture to scale textile-to-textile recycled polyester (rPET). The co-founded venture, also backed by TPG Rise Climate, aims to rapidly scale textile-to-textile recycling of polyester, and contribute to a more sustainable textile industry. H&M Group has secured an offtake […]
Montana DOT director retiring
March 22nd, 2024
Malcom “Mack” Long, director of the Montana Department of Transportation, plans to retire on March 22, with Larry Flynn – Montana DOT’s deputy director – stepping in to serve as the agency’s interim director. Malcolm “Mack” Long. Photo courtesy of Montana DOT. Appointed by Governor Greg Gianforte (R) as director in January 2021, Long brought 25 […]
Michelin Inflatable Solutions, ALUULA Composites Inc. announce research and development collaboration
March 21st, 2024
Michelin Inflatable Solutions, a Michelin company based in Trappes, France, and ALUULA Composites Inc., a composite materials developer headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada announced a collaboration on a joint research and development project. “We are thrilled to work with Michelin, one of the world leaders in innovation, and to be providing high-performing materials that […]
USDOT announces $500 million in funding for U.S. ports
March 21st, 2024
As a part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) published a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for $500 million in Federal Fiscal Year 2024 funding through MARAD’s Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). Investments made under the PIDP focus on modernizing U.S. coastal and inland waterway ports […]
Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 announces call for proposals
March 21st, 2024
Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 will be held March 2-5, 2025 in Louisville, Ky. It is the merging of the bi-annual Geosynthetics Conference and annual Geo-Congress and replaces both events for 2025. This conference occurs every 6-8 years and is co-organized by ATA’s Geosynthetics Materials Association and ASCE’s Geo-Institute. Geotechnical Frontiers is looking for short courses, special […]