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EPA sets reporting rule for new uses of PFAS in manufacturing
The regulation limits possible exemptions for new forever chemicals and other toxic substances from full federal reviews.
By Sara Samora • Dec. 17, 2024 -
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Toyota invests $922M in Kentucky advanced paint factory
The plant's production technologies aim to cut lead times, improve process accuracy and offer customers new color options.
By Eric Walz • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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Deep Dive // The future of PFAS in U.S. manufacturingThe battle to replace PFAS in firefighting foam
PFAS-based firefighting foam faces increasing scrutiny for its health and environmental risks. Yet regulators are struggling to replace the material with suitable and safe alternatives.
By Sara Samora • Updated Dec. 11, 2024 -
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Deep Dive // The future of PFAS in U.S. manufacturingAre you eating PFAS? The fight to better regulate forever chemicals in food manufacturing
From pizza boxes to burger wrappers, PFAS can seep from packaging and processing into your food. Advocates want greater FDA oversight to ensure that doesn't happen.
By Joelle Anselmo • Dec. 10, 2024 -
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Where Michigan stands as an auto hub in the electrification era
The state’s reputation as the heart of the auto industry offers a solid foundation for the transition to EVs.
By Megan Ruggles • Dec. 3, 2024 -
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Ferrero invests in hazelnut sourcing as it grows US production
The company awarded a total of $350,000 to Oregon State University and Rutgers University to increase collaboration with local farmers, producers and distributors.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 2, 2024 -
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How manufacturers can meet building performance standards
As more cities implement higher sustainability standards, simple changes can help manufacturers ensure their plant meet emissions targets.
By Michelle No • Updated Dec. 9, 2024 -
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3 takeaways from EPA’s 2024 PFAS progress report
The federal agency said it expects to propose regulatory wastewater guidelines for the forever chemicals manufacturing sector.
By Megan Quinn • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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First Solar hit by manufacturing issues, terminated contracts in Q3
The solar manufacturer's revenue declined 10.8% year over year as the clean energy regulatory environment remains unstable.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Microporous to build $1.4B Virginia battery separator plant
The company is set to receive up to $100 million in federal funds for the Danville facility.
By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Trump win is ‘setback’ for clean energy efforts, but advocates say progress will continue
The president-elect has pledged to overturn rules limiting power plant emissions and roll back government support for electric vehicles.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 12, 2024 -
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What Trump’s reelection could mean for the IRA
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to repeal the Inflation Reduction Act and stop offshore wind development, but environmental groups say his administration could benefit from both.
By Diana DiGangi • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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8 manufacturers set to produce cold-climate heat pumps
Companies such as Bosch, Carrier and Daikin participated in the Energy Department's challenge to improve heat pump performance in cold weather.
By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Global IndustrialWhat’s in your facility’s drinking water? Your guide to water bottle fillers and PFAS filtration
A comprehensive guide on why water bottle filling stations and purification systems are essential for providing healthy drinking water in your workplace.
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Denim meets decarbonization: Levi’s unveils first climate transition plan
The denim manufacturer has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and reducing scope 3 emissions 42% by 2030.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 31, 2024 -
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Energy Department allocates over $43M to advance decarbonization technologies
The projects selected for the funding are expected to have implications for operators of industrial and commercial buildings, a DOE official says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Lacks Enterprises brings on PFAS destruction system
The auto component manufacturer bought the equipment from Axine Water Technologies, part of a growing emphasis among manufacturers to effectively treat and destroy forever chemicals.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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JBS unlocks renewable gas production at US beef and poultry plants
The meat giant will use GreenGasUSA’s on-site systems at processing plants in Nebraska, South Carolina and Utah.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 25, 2024 -
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Siemens Mobility to build New York rail car facility
The company will produce electric train cars for Brightline West's upcoming rail system project.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 24, 2024 -
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EPA delays PFAS reporting rule to 2025
Manufacturers will now have from July 2025 to January 2026 to submit information about the presence of forever chemicals in their supply chains to the agency.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 18, 2024 -
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Q&AHow Lilly is balancing manufacturing growth and sustainability
The drugmaker's head of ESG is keeping the focus on sustainability as the company pours $18 billion into production efforts across the globe.
By Michael Gibney • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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Solar manufacturers score new DOE funding
The money aims to boost sustainable management of end-of-life solar modules, as concerns grow over how to deal with waste produced by the sector.
By Kate Magill • Sept. 17, 2024 -
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TMEIC to expand in Houston
The solar manufacturer's new plant begins production next month and plans to relocate its headquarters to the city’s Energy Corridor.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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BYK Additives to phase out PFAS by 2026
The chemical maker also plans to convert all its manufacturing facilities worldwide to make firefighting foam without forever chemicals.
By Sara Samora • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Nasdaq, Crux partner to help companies access clean energy tax credits
The team-up will grant Nasdaq ESG Solution clients access to Crux’s platform of clean energy project developers and manufacturers to purchase transferable tax credits.
By Lamar Johnson • Sept. 11, 2024
