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MHI Group Presents "Best Innovation 2023" Awards for Activities that Contribute to Protecting the Environment

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Through this in-house program, the Company aims to raise environmental awareness and encourage further innovation among its groupwide employees.

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  • Through this in-house program, the Company aims to raise environmental awareness and encourage further innovation among its groupwide employees.
  • An anchorless construction method enables easy equipment installation and layout changes-, a feature that has brought accolades from multi-tenant warehouse owners.
  • By utilizing knowledge and expertise of MHI group, a "liquefied CO2 handling system" enabling transport of liquefied CO2 in large volumes is being developed.
  • In these ways, MHI Group has been making its initiatives toward realizing a carbon neutral society widely known.

NTHU Cracks the Dioxin Pollution Challenge

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) in Taiwan has achieved a milestone in addressing persistent organic pollutants (POPs), including the "Century Toxins"—dioxins, PCBs, and pesticides (DDT).

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  • National Tsing Hua University (NTHU) in Taiwan has achieved a milestone in addressing persistent organic pollutants (POPs), including the "Century Toxins"—dioxins, PCBs, and pesticides (DDT).
  • These highly toxic and hard-to-degrade pollutants have posed a major threat to ecosystems and human health.
  • The team simulated atmospheric ozone-ultraviolet light reactions to transform dioxins into harmless oxalic acid at room temperature.
  • Led by Professor Kuo Chu Hwang from the Department of Chemistry at NTHU, the research team was assisted by the expertise of Ph.D. student Ayyakkannu Ragupathi and postdoctoral researcher Vaibhav Pramod Charpe.

LASFIT LINERS Launches a New TPE Floor Liners Collection

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Monday, October 23, 2023

 LOS ANGELES, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Automotive trims, those remarkable components that combine both aesthetics and functionality, are essential in distinguishing a vehicle's unique features. In step with the soaring global automotive trim market, Lasfit® has been a prominent figure in automotive accessories. A sub-brand under the Lasfit® umbrella, LASFIT LINERS has consistently pursued excellence in TPE floor liners.

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  • A sub-brand under the Lasfit® umbrella, LASFIT LINERS has consistently pursued excellence in TPE floor liners.
  • With a renewed focus on custom-fit and all-weather TPE floor mats, LASFIT LINERS has announced a new product line specifically designed for owners of Tesla Model Y and Model 3 on November 19th.
  • For further details on the new TPE floor liners collection tailored for Tesla Model Y and Model 3, visit the official website .
  • LASFIT LINERS is a sub-brand born of Lasfit®, it stands as a vanguard of exceptional TPE floor mats.

LASFIT LINERS New Website Launched, as a Leading Brand Dedicated to Exceptional TPE Floor Mats

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Friday, September 22, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LASFIT, a distinguished name in the automotive accessories realm, has announced the launch of its subsidiary's new website, LASFIT LINERS, which went live on September 22nd. This significant stride underscores LASFIT LINERS' unwavering commitment to providing environmentally-conscious, supremely comfortable, and precision-tailored TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) floor mats catering to discerning automotive enthusiasts and vehicle owners.

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  • This significant stride underscores LASFIT LINERS' unwavering commitment to providing environmentally-conscious, supremely comfortable, and precision-tailored TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer) floor mats catering to discerning automotive enthusiasts and vehicle owners.
  • As an integral arm of the renowned LASFIT brand, LASFIT LINERS has consistently striven for excellence in TPE floor liners.
  • LASFIT LINERS TPE Floor Liners – Unleash the Pinnacle of Excellence with the BEST TPE Material and Technology.
  • LASFIT LINERS is a sub-brand born of Lasfit®, it stands as a vanguard of exceptional TPE floor mats.

Global Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment (TCWT) Technology Research Report 2023: Further Technological Advancements Needed to Achieve Cost Parity with Fossil Fuel-based Chemical Production - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, August 25, 2023

The "Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment Technologies Facilitate Sustainable Fuel Generation" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment Technologies Facilitate Sustainable Fuel Generation" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Globally, exponential population growth, rampant consumerism, and economic development are the major drivers of waste generation.
  • The World Bank estimates that waste generation is going to increase from about 2.3 billion tons per year by 2023 to 3.4 billion tons per year by 2050.
  • This leaves a lot of scope for the installation of efficient waste valorization technologies to ensure sustainability and circularity while complying to stringent guidelines.

East Palestine, Ohio Group Launches Effort To Provide Air Purifiers To Homes Throughout The Train Derailment Disaster Area

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A group called "HelpEastPalestineOhio.org" has created a fundraising campaign to provide medical-grade air purifiers to 2,500 homes and businesses in and around the disaster area where a train derailed on February 3, spilling more than a million pounds of hazardous chemicals that were ignited by authorities. For several days, a toxic plume blackened the skies of East Palestine and neighboring towns, contaminating the air, soil, and water, and continues to sicken many residents today.

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  • A group called HelpEastPalestineOhio.org aims to supply homes and small businesses within the affected area with free, medical grade air purifiers.
  • EAST PALESTINE, Ohio, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A group called "HelpEastPalestineOhio.org" has created a fundraising campaign to provide medical-grade air purifiers to 2,500 homes and businesses in and around the disaster area where a train derailed on February 3, spilling more than a million pounds of hazardous chemicals that were ignited by authorities.
  • For several days, a toxic plume blackened the skies of East Palestine and neighboring towns, contaminating the air, soil, and water, and continues to sicken many residents today.
  • HelpEastPalestineOhio.org aims to supply homes and businesses within the affected area with free air purifiers.

Meet the New, Industry-Leading Eco-Friendly, Recyclable Barn Curtain by Herculite® Products Featuring Renegade Plastics®

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

GOLDEN, Colo., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Plastic is used in various applications throughout the agriculture industry from hoop house covers to barn curtains, mulching, and more. Unfortunately, when most plastics break down they result in microplastic pollution. According to a 2022 UN report, all of these tiny pieces of plastic are accumulating in the soil at an "alarming rate."1 What's more is that researchers are finding that the accumulation of plastic waste has numerous detrimental effects on the soil microbiome, crop growth, livestock reproductive function, and human health.2,3 Fortunately, leading fabric company Herculite has introduced a line of green, sustainable barn curtains featuring Renegade Plastics' recyclable, better-for-the-planet agricultural fabrics.

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  • Barn curtains protect livestock from the elements, increase air circulation, control temperature, and manage light for better production.
  • They visualize solutions and deliver innovative products and services that help them grow their businesses," said Renegade Plastics Co-Founder, Curran Hughes.
  • Herculite barn curtains made with Renegade Plastics' fabrics are better for animal welfare and for reducing plastic waste from the agricultural industry.
  • With the Renegade material we can help reduce microplastic contamination, extend the life of the curtain, and provide a recyclable solution to the market."

Award-Winning Pilates and Wellness Brand Lindywell Launches on Amazon

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

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    "We are incredibly excited to launch in the world's best-in-class e-commerce retailer," said Robin Long, CEO and Founder of Lindywell.
  • Lindywell's launch includes a dedicated brand store and four of Lindywell's best-selling equipment in Lindywell's signature color palette.
  • Lindywell products available at launch include:
    Pilates Mat : The Lindywell Pilates Powerhouse Mat is the foundation of your workout.
  • Lindywell plans to add more product offerings to its Amazon storefront in the coming months to further equip shoppers with all the tools needed to upgrade workouts and create personal Pilates studios at home.

Global Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment (TCWT) Technologies Market Report 2023: Trends, Major Stakeholders, Patent Landscape, and Growth Opportunities

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Friday, July 14, 2023

DUBLIN, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment Technologies Facilitate Sustainable Fuel Generation report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thermo-Chemical Waste Treatment Technologies Facilitate Sustainable Fuel Generation report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Globally, exponential population growth, rampant consumerism, and economic development are the major drivers of waste generation.
  • The World Bank estimates that waste generation is going to increase from about 2.3 billion tons per year by 2023 to 3.4 billion tons per year by 2050.
  • This leaves a lot of scope for the installation of efficient waste valorization technologies to ensure sustainability and circularity while complying to stringent guidelines.

As the Outdoor Industry Commits to Phasing out Forever Chemicals like PFAS, Renegade Plastics Offers a Solution

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Monday, July 3, 2023

Leading outdoor brands like Patagonia are committed to phasing out PFAS, and many outdoor retailers can support the cause by screening products for PFAS and eradicating toxic materials from their product lines.

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  • Leading outdoor brands like Patagonia are committed to phasing out PFAS, and many outdoor retailers can support the cause by screening products for PFAS and eradicating toxic materials from their product lines.
  • Renegade Plastics offers a healthier alternative.
  • Renegade Plastics specializes in coated fabrics that are an alternative to PVC or vinyl coated fabrics.
  • The industry is looking for PFAS-free solutions and many states like California and Washington are working to enforce stricter regulations for PFAS.