Clean Technologies News
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Equinor extends contract with Soiltech
Equinor has exercised its first option to extend the drilling waste management contract with Soiltech for two years from 01.06.2024 to 31.05.2026. Equinor has options to extend the contract further until 2034. Under the contract, Soiltech provides our full technology portfolio of innovative and sustainable waste management solutions, including slop treatment, cuttings handling, swarf treatment ...
By SoilTech AS
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Report Finds Fundamental Changes Needed to Scale Electric Vehicles in US
Outdated and insufficient infrastructure, alongside environmental regulatory programs, risk undermining the continued expansion of electric vehicles and EV battery manufacturing in the U.S., according to a new industry report. In Driving Change: Scaling up EVs in the U.S., U.S. law firm Troutman Pepper has been joined by a variety of market actors to reflect on recent growth in the sector and the ...
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Spotlight On: Water Risk In Global Supply Chains
Water systems around the world are becoming increasingly fragile, burdened as they are by the combined pressures of climate change, population growth, urbanisation, pollution, water mismanagement and more frequent extreme weather events like flooding and drought. Figures from the United Nations show that water demand around the world is expected to rise by up to 30 per cent by the year 2050, ...
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DOE Announces $62 Million to Lower Battery Recycling Costs Across the Nation
As part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy this week (March 28) announced $62 million for 17 projects funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to increase consumer participation in consumer electronics battery recycling and improve the economics of battery recycling. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, electric vehicle sales have quadrupled, ...
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U.S. Department of Energy Selects Kohler Co. to Pioneer Commercial Scale Decarbonization Solution in Company’s Largest Manufacturing Plant in North America
Kohler Co. has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations to begin award negotiations for up to $51.2million to demonstrate commercial-scale decarbonization solutions to help move energy-intensive industries toward net-zero. Selected as one of 33 projects in the U.S., the funding will be matched by Kohler investment to support the Electric Boiler ...
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DOE Funded Electric Vehicle Readiness Program Launches Across United States
The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) and partners have launched Charging Smart, a new designation program that awards communities for electric vehicle readiness with a special focus on EV charging. Charging Smart is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO). The program provides personalized, no-cost technical assistance to help municipalities set and ...
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Report: U.S. Electric Vehicle Investments Have Grown to $188 Billion, Almost 200,000 Jobs
A year and a half after the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) accelerated the U.S. markets for electric vehicle and battery manufacturing, a new report by Environmental Defense Fund and WSP USA finds continued strong growth.The report, U.S. Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Investments and Jobs: Characterizing the Impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act after 18 Months, finds that in the ...
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Creative Biostructure Launches Structured Illumination Microscopy Service for Enhanced Imaging Capabilities
Creative Biostructure, a leading provider of innovative imaging solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of its new Structured Illumination Microscopy (SIM) service. This cutting-edge imaging technique offers enhanced resolution and imaging capabilities, allowing researchers to visualize biological samples with unprecedented detail. Structured Illumination Microscopy is a super-resolution ...
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SRP Board of Directors Commits to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050
This week, the SRP Board of Directors approved revisions to SRP’s 2035 Sustainability Goals that establish more ambitious targets to reduce carbon emissions, increase energy efficiency and electrification, conserve water and improve forest health. The newly revised goals include: Reduce the amount of CO2 emitted by generation (per megawatt hour, or MWh) by 82% from 2005 levels by 2035 and ...
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Ovivo and AquaAction Renew their Partnership for a Sustainable Future for Freshwater
Ovivo Inc (“Ovivo”) and AquaAction are delighted to announce the renewal and strengthening of their partnership, commemorating seven years of successful collaboration. The partnership is founded on a mutual belief in the transformative power of technology and innovation in preserving freshwater resources. Both organizations recognize the potential of young innovators and ...
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CEC Approves $1.9 Billion Plan to Expand Zero-Emission Transportation Infrastructure
The California Energy Commission this week approved a $1.9 billion investment plan that accelerates progress on the state’s electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling goals. These investments will help deploy infrastructure for light, medium, and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) across California, creating the most extensive charging and hydrogen refueling network in the country.The ...
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Ovivo Completes the Acquisition of E2metrix to Offer an Integrated Solution for Destruction of PFAS in Water and Wastewater
Ovivo Inc. (“Ovivo”), a global provider of water and wastewater treatment equipment, technologies and systems, is pleased to announce the acquisition of E2metrix Inc. (“E2metrix”), a Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, based technology company which specializes in innovative & clean electro-technologies that are particularly effective to destroy perfluoroalkyl and ...
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Paving the Way for Smarter Cities: Trends and Markets in Smart Parking Technologies
Boston: Discover the future of parking with our exploration of Smart Parking Technologies and Global Markets. This brief journey explores the latest advancements in parking technology and their impact on global markets. From intelligent sensors to data-driven solutions, join us in uncovering the key trends and market dynamics propelling the evolution of smart parking on a global scale. ...
By BCC Research
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The 18 finalists for the Purus Innovation Award have been determined
The top-class jury of experts has selected the PIA finalists: They nominated 18 competition entries in six categories for the final round of this year's CMS Purus Innovation Awards. The award reflects the great innovative power of the cleaning industry, which will once again come together live on the occasion of CMS Berlin. Exhibitors at CMS Berlin 2023 submitted 83 entries for the first round ...
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European Commission Issues Recommendations for 2040 Targets to Reach Climate Neutrality by 2050
The European Commission this week published a detailed impact assessment on possible pathways to reach the agreed goal of making the European Union climate neutral by 2050. Based on this impact assessment, the Commission recommends a 90% net greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, launching a discussion with all stakeholders; a legislative proposal will be made by the ...
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New Hong Kong desalination plant begins delivering fresh water to 137,000 homes
The new Tseung Kwan O desalination plant is the first to use reverse osmosis technology in Hong Kong. Construction of the first stage plant began in December 2019, and four years later it began supplying fresh water to homes throughout the territories. The Water Supplies Department (WSD) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) engaged Binnies, an RSK Group ...
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Empowering Paper Manufacturers: Alfa Chemistry's Groundbreaking Papermaking Chemicals
In an era dominated by digital devices and electronic communication, it is easy to overlook the crucial role that paper still plays in our lives. From packaging materials to books, paper is an essential resource that continues to be in demand. However, the manufacturing process behind paper production requires the use of various chemicals to ensure quality, efficiency, and sustainability. Alfa ...
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Soiltech signs two contracts in Norway
Equinor has awarded Soiltech a contract for cuttings handling services on Oseberg Sør, with expected startup in the first quarter of 2024. Production on Oseberg Sør started in 2000 and several initiatives are evaluated to increase the production. Well Expertise has awarded Soiltech a contract for treating contaminated water on a mobile drilling rig in the North Sea, with expected ...
By SoilTech AS
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Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. Reflects on a Year of Sustainable Growth and Innovation in Environmental Solutions
Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc. (S&SE), a globally recognized leader in environmental technology, celebrates a year of groundbreaking achievements in 2023. Throughout the year, S&SE has significantly expanded its reach and impact across various sectors, reaffirming its commitment to combating environmental challenges with innovation and precision. Entering New Industries: Electric ...
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New York State Awarded $15 Million In Federal Funding For Electric Vehicle Charging
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced this week that New York State has been awarded $15 million in federal funding to build out electric vehicle charging. The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will improve access to charging infrastructure and clean transportation in small- to medium-sized cities, state ...
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