Industry Trends


EPA, N.Y. Order Tonawanda Coke Corp. to Clean Up Multiple Issues

The foundry coke manufacturer is being investigated for uncontrolled releases of ammonia and benezene, improper handling of coal tar sludge, and unpermitted discharges of its process and nonprocess wastewater.

Obama to Cancel $52 M from Army Corps' 2011 Budget

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' budget would provide $4.9 billion for commercial navigation, flood and coastal storm damage reduction, and aquatic system restoration.

USGS' 2011 Draft Budget Increases $21.6 M from 2010 Level

The U.S. Geological Survey says the increase is due to the agency's significant role in climate change monitoring and adaptation, energy, ecosystems, and other priorities.

EPA's 2011 Budget Proposal Slightly Less than 2010 Funding

Agency would apply funds to its core priorities of cleaning the air, land and water while growing the green economy and strengthening enforcement.



Breitener Energetica Replaces Heavy Fuel with Natural Gas

Amazon power project moves Brazil closer to emissions goal with plans to install cleaner burning gas engines.

AWWA Opens ACE10 Registration

The water community will explore the future of safe water, gain insight into cutting-edge research and best practices, and experience the latest products and services available.

ABI Research Forecasts $14.7 B in e-Waste Market by 2014

This worldwide market for electronic waste recovery growth represents money generated through reclamation of valuable materials from e-scrap.

MiserWare Gives Away Energy-saving Software

Company founders want to spread the impact of their technologies to reduce energy waste in personal use computers.

Exeter Study Links PFOA to Thyroid Disease in U.S. Adults

The study included 3,966 adults 20 or more years of age whose blood serum was sampled between 1999 and 2006 for PFOA and other perfluoroalkyl acid compounds.

EPA Financial Assurance

Latest Financial Assurance Proposal May be Costly

EPA has added chemical, petroleum and coal, and electric power facilities to its list of industries that are responsible for assuring their financial ability to take care of cleanups.

Chemical Makers to Focus on Security, TSCA Reform Bills

The Society of Chemical Manufacturers and Affiliates will use its national grassroots program to engage members and get out the vote for midterm elections this year.

WEF, Recycling Association Partner for Shared Vision

The Water Environment Federation and the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association will leverage resources to support integrated water resource management.