The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking federal regulatory action over a toxic chemical that has infiltrated drinking water supplies throughout the United States. Perchlorate, a noxious ingredient used in rocket fuel, has been found in at least 35 states with high enough levels to cause thyroid disorders and developmental problems in humans — particularly babies and fetuses. According to the Associated Press, a government official representing the…

CleanTech Biofuels – an early-stage provider of cellulosic biomass feedstock derived from municipal solid waste (MSW) for renewable power and biofuel production – recently announced an agreement with Fiberight LLC to install its demonstration vessel at Fiberight’s cellulosic ethanol pilot plant in Lawrenceville, VA. CleanTech’s patented Biomass Recovery Process, combined with Fiberight’s Targeted Fuel Extraction system, will create a fully…

R3 Environmental, the NC-startup involved in a waste-to-fuel production facility for New Hanover County, recently announced new classes at Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) as part of the college’s Industrial Systems Technology Program. Through CFCC, the waste resource company will offer programming and training which will equip current waste management workers to install, service and repair new trash processes and technology. The program…

A new Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) study shows that considerable reductions in energy consumption, solid waste generation and greenhouse gas emissions can be accomplished by vigorously recycling two of the most prevalent plastics used for beverage and many household bottles: PET and HDPE. Franklin Associates, a renowned life cycle assessment firm, conducted the analysis. The research took a cradle-to-grave approach, investigating…

EngEx is an innovative engineering conference and exhibition, and will feature the nation’s leading experts in energy, transportation, water, and environment to collaborate, and exhibit ideas that will help to transform and revitalize the U.S. economy. The engineering exhibition will showcase various topics and educational discussions in renewable energy, fuel infrastructure, carbon…