PFAS

High levels of PFAS forever chemicals found flowing into River Mersey – new study

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Huge volumes of toxic and cancer-causing forever chemicals are flowing into the River Mersey in north-west England.

Key Points: 
  • Huge volumes of toxic and cancer-causing forever chemicals are flowing into the River Mersey in north-west England.
  • The recent State of Our Rivers 2024 report from The Rivers Trust found that one of the most concerning groups of synthetic chemicals, per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS), contaminates almost every river in England.
  • Known as forever chemicals because they can take thousands of years to break down, PFAS persist in the environment and accumulate in living things.
  • They threaten ecosystems and human health, not just in the Mersey, but in every industrialised river around the world.

Dilute, disperse and detect

  • Most cities, including Liverpool and Manchester, have been built close to rivers and seas, partly to dilute pollution and transport it away.
  • Today, enormous volumes of toxic waste are discharged into rivers and seas because dilution reduces chemical concentrations to extremely low or undetectable levels.
  • These forever chemicals have been detected almost everywhere we look, including in Antarctica, in whales and polar bears and in rainwater.

A state of flux

  • To prevent further PFAS entering our rivers, more needs to be known about how they move into and through river systems.
  • As part of our study, we measured this flux.
  • Instead of measuring a chemical’s concentration, flux is a measure of how much PFAS, for example in kilograms per year, flows off the land and out to sea.


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EQS-News: Solarnative GmbH announces partnership with Meyer Burger for the introduction of balcony power plants 'Made in Germany'

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Meyer Burger, a leading European manufacturer of premium solar modules, and Solarnative GmbH, developer and producer of the innovative "PowerStick" micro-inverter based on its patented high-frequency technology, announce their cooperation in the balcony power plant market segment.

Key Points: 
  • Meyer Burger, a leading European manufacturer of premium solar modules, and Solarnative GmbH, developer and producer of the innovative "PowerStick" micro-inverter based on its patented high-frequency technology, announce their cooperation in the balcony power plant market segment.
  • In the dynamic market for plug-in solar systems, the shared balcony power plant is set to assert itself thanks to its special quality features.
  • "The partnership with Solarnative enables us to combine our high-quality solar modules with innovative electronics and offer a first-class balcony power plant," says Gunter Erfurt, CEO of Meyer Burger.
  • "We are delighted to be working with Meyer Burger to bring a premium balcony power plant to the market," says Julian Mattheis, CEO of Solarnative.

New Regulations May Be Coming To Combat Dangerous “Forever Chemicals” – This Cleantech Innovator Is Ready

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

BioLargo is a cleantech and life sciences innovator and engineering services solution provider.

Key Points: 
  • BioLargo is a cleantech and life sciences innovator and engineering services solution provider.
  • Watch the full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/live/HD8NhCSUz9w?si=kY8_GOr8j17UFX4h
    This post contains sponsored content.
  • This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investing advice.
  • Benzinga received 32,000 USD from BioLargo in consideration for the publication of this content.

Numat Announces Launch of SENTINEL™ Filtration Platform, Revolutionizing Chemical Protection Technology for 21st Century Threats

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Numat Technologies, Inc. (“Numat”), a global leader in metal-organic frameworks (“MOFs”), announces the launch of the SENTINEL™ MOF filtration platform.

Key Points: 
  • Numat Technologies, Inc. (“Numat”), a global leader in metal-organic frameworks (“MOFs”), announces the launch of the SENTINEL™ MOF filtration platform.
  • Endorsed and qualified over incumbent technologies by leading equipment manufacturers and end users in the Defense and Industrial safety communities, SENTINEL™ offers superior protection against current and emerging chemical threats.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240306369010/en/
    Numat Announces Launch of SENTINEL™ Filtration Platform.
  • Their exceptional selectivity and vast surface area enable SENTINEL™ MOFs to outperform existing filtration technologies, delivering a step-change in performance in a variety of applications.

Ideal Living launches groundbreaking water and air purification systems to the commercial market

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Ideal Living , a trusted name in wellness solutions, is launching its groundbreaking water and air purification systems at the 2024 Water Quality Association (WQA) Convention & Exposition March 5-7 in Orlando, Fla., and the 2024 National Facilities Management & Technology (NFMT) in Baltimore March 12-14.

Key Points: 
  • Ideal Living , a trusted name in wellness solutions, is launching its groundbreaking water and air purification systems at the 2024 Water Quality Association (WQA) Convention & Exposition March 5-7 in Orlando, Fla., and the 2024 National Facilities Management & Technology (NFMT) in Baltimore March 12-14.
  • Designed for spaces accommodating up to 100 people, it provides pure water without compromising convenience.
  • We are excited to extend our proven solutions to commercial environments, aligning with our commitment to providing clean, pure drinking water for all.
  • The AquaTru Freestanding Model 2 exemplifies our dedication to bringing innovation and wellness to the B2B sector.”
    For more information about Ideal Living and its products, please visit www.idealliving.com .

Baron & Budd Shareholder Scott Summy Receives Distinguished Alumni Honor from Texas Tech University Law School

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Baron & Budd is pleased to announce that shareholder and leader of the Environmental Litigation Group, Scott Summy , was honored by his alma mater Texas Tech University Law School with the prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award.

Key Points: 
  • Baron & Budd is pleased to announce that shareholder and leader of the Environmental Litigation Group, Scott Summy , was honored by his alma mater Texas Tech University Law School with the prestigious Distinguished Alumni Award.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240304685488/en/
    The award was presented over the weekend at the university’s 20th Annual Law School Scholarship Gala at the Overton Hotel and Conference Center in Lubbock, Texas, on Saturday, March 2, 2024.
  • Glenn West, a fellow alumnus of Tarleton State University and a member of the Texas Tech Law School Foundation Board, recommended Summy for the Distinguished Alumni Award.
  • In his letter, he wrote, "This award recognizes an ‘alumnus whose accomplishments and career have brought credit to the law school and to the legal profession as a whole.’ Scott has done that more than most."

Gemstar's Rotomolded Acetal Fuel Tanks are Viable Alternative to Fluorinated HDPE Tanks

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Rotomolded fuel tanks made of acetal, produced via Gemstar Manufacturing’s Robomold® robotic rotomolding technology, have been identified as a highly viable alternative to fluorinated fuel tanks in the wake of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to halt the production of fluorinated coatings for HDPE containers due to PFAS contamination.

Key Points: 
  • Rotomolded fuel tanks made of acetal, produced via Gemstar Manufacturing’s Robomold® robotic rotomolding technology, have been identified as a highly viable alternative to fluorinated fuel tanks in the wake of an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) decision to halt the production of fluorinated coatings for HDPE containers due to PFAS contamination.
  • As a fluorination-free solution, Gemstar has commercialized several EPA-certified acetal fuel tanks made with its unique Robomold® robotic rotomolding process.
  • Rotomolded acetal fuel tanks provide single-layer barrier protection that meets EPA requirements in comparison to injection molded HDPE tanks that require fluorination.
  • Acetal has previously been used in injection molded fuel tanks but material suppliers have now developed new rotomolding grades that incorporate additive packages that raise the heat performance.

Montrose Environmental Group Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. (the “Company,” “Montrose” or “MEG”) (NYSE: MEG) today announced results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. (the “Company,” “Montrose” or “MEG”) (NYSE: MEG) today announced results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Montrose Chief Executive Officer and Director, Vijay Manthripragada, commented, “Our record full year results reflect continued strength across our business.
  • Total revenue in the fourth quarter of 2023 was $165.7 million compared to $139.5 million in the prior year quarter, an increase of 18.8%.
  • Fourth quarter 2023 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA1 was $17.5 million, compared to $17.8 million in the prior year quarter.

New Wave of Startups Scale Innovation to Solve Global Water Challenges

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Twelve startups were selected for the 2024 cohort of the Xylem Partnerships Accelerator run by Xylem Innovation Labs.

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  • Twelve startups were selected for the 2024 cohort of the Xylem Partnerships Accelerator run by Xylem Innovation Labs.
  • Participants will gather this March for an Accelerator Symposium bringing together Xylem colleagues, customers, and the water innovation ecosystem.
  • Launched in 2022, the Accelerator was created to expedite the introduction of innovative technologies to address the toughest challenges faced by water utilities, industrial water users, and communities around the world.
  • “The purpose of the Accelerator is to solve our customers’ water challenges with innovative solutions that Xylem is uniquely positioned to help bring to market,” Sivan Zamir, Vice President, Xylem Innovation Labs, said.

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) today published its 2023 Sustainability Report , which outlines how the pure-play water company continues to advance its sustainability initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) today published its 2023 Sustainability Report , which outlines how the pure-play water company continues to advance its sustainability initiatives.
  • The Zurn Elkay 2023 Sustainability Report highlights progress against nearly two dozen existing timebound targets focused on improving supplier diversity, air emissions, waste reduction, plastic bottle elimination, greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, employee engagement and much more.
  • “Sustainability is inherently linked to our business, and no discussion of sustainability is complete without addressing how we will protect, conserve and manage clean water,” said Todd A. Adams, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Chairman and CEO.
  • To learn more about Zurn Elkay’s 2023 ESG efforts and ongoing strategy, review the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions 2023 Sustainability Report , as well as the company’s Sustainability website .