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YPF S.A. Contracts DuPont Clean Technologies for IsoTherming® Hydrotreating Technology

Argentine energy company YPF S.A. has signed a contract with DuPont Clean Technologies for the license and basic engineering of a new IsoTherming® Diesel Hydrotreater Unit. The grassroots hydrotreater will be installed at the YPF Plaza Huincul refinery in Neuquen Province, Argentina.

From YPF 19 Sep 2018

Michelman to Spotlight Recyclable and Repulpable Barrier and Functional Coatings at Corrugated Week 2018

Michelman, an industry leading innovator in the development of water-based barrier and functional coatings for corrugated, will highlight a recent technology innovation at Corrugated Week 2018.

From Michelman Inc 19 Sep 2018

Australian Councils Can Drive Down Transport Pollution: New Report

AUSTRALIA’S LOCAL COUNCILS CAN DRIVE down transport pollution that is causing worsening climate change, according to a new report from the Climate Council’s Cities Power Partnership.

18 Sep 2018

New Tarkine Forest Occupation Established to Prevent Logging

Bob Brown Foundation has today announced a new peaceful forest vigil has been established to occupy ancient forests in Tasmania’s takayna / Tarkine. These forests are threatened by a new logging road this Spring / Summer.

18 Sep 2018

35% of Microplastics Released into the World’s Oceans are from Synthetic Textiles

Each time an item of clothing is washed up to 700,000 microscopic fibres make their way into our oceans, where they are swallowed by sea life and become incorporated into the food chain, potentially ending up on our plates, according to a new report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.

18 Sep 2018

Minister to Launch Australia's Biggest Solar Diesel Pump for Irrigation 21 September

The solar pumping system will be switched on at a VIP launch ceremony for invited media, dignitaries and special guests.

18 Sep 2018

Climate-Induced Soil Changes Could Result in More Erosion and Flash Flooding

When people think about the impacts of climate change, the soil isn’t the first thing that pops into one’s mind.

14 Sep 2018

Tipuana Trees Indicate Fall in Environmental Pollution by Heavy Metals and Other Pollutants

A walk or drive along the tree-lined streets in São Paulo, the largest city in Brazil, one will see a number of tipuana trees (Tipuana tipu). Also called rosewood or tipu, it is a tall tree with a huge spreading canopy and is everywhere in the city.

14 Sep 2018

Victoria Commits to Statewide Renewables Rollout

VICTORIA has confirmed plans to step up its commitment to clean, affordable and reliable renewable energy, following an announcement to deliver a series of solar and wind projects in regional areas across the state.

11 Sep 2018

Innovative Mass Finishing Process Increases the Efficiency of Turbines

At the ALUMINIUM 2018 exhibition Walther Trowal presents its new process for the gentle surface finishing of guide vanes used in turbines and compressors. It creates very smooth surface readings and, thus, optimizes the airflow through the guide vanes.

From Walther Trowal GmbH & Co.KG 11 Sep 2018

ensibo Adopts QOS Energy’s Innovative O&M Software to Streamline Management of 120 MW PV Portfolio

ensibo, a German-based solar O&M service provider, has chosen QOS Energy’s Qantum® software to streamline the management of the 120 MW solar PV portfolio under its care.

From ensibo GmbH 11 Sep 2018

Michelman to Focus on Sustainable Barrier and Functional Coating Technologies at ACCCSA 2018

Michelman, a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials for industry, will exhibit at ACCCSA 2018 where the company will introduce visitors to its sustainable barrier and functional coating technologies formulated for corrugated, folding carton, and converted paper applications.

From Michelman Inc 11 Sep 2018