Extreme short-range variability in VOC-contaminated soils

Article Abstract:

Researchers from the U.S. Environmental Agency and Lockheed Martin Environmental Services examined soil samples collected at two Superfund sites in Kent, Washington and Portland, Oregon for volatile organic compound distribution. The purpose of the study is to assess the need for remediating the contaminated sites.

Pollution Control R&D, Pollution control research

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Emissions from two outboard engines operating on reformulated gasoline

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Researchers from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency measured emissions from air and water pollutants from two 9.9 HP outboard engines to determine the rates of methyl tert-butyl ether, benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene and xylene.

Water Pollution Control R&D, Water pollution research

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Promoting green chemistry initiatives

Article Abstract:

Green chemistry is a concept whereby renewable, non-polluting methods of chemical manufacturing are developed. Current chemical processes involve using chemicals that might not be renewable, and often produce by-products that can be toxic. Green chemistry uses chemicals that are non-toxic, renewable, and produce no toxic by-products. The EPA is very interested in developing such new techniques, as it conforms to its goals of protecting the environment and human health. Additionally, chemical companies are exploring the promises of green chemistry. Currently, environmental costs at many chemical plants are equal to R & D costs. Even universities feel the cost of disposing of toxic chemicals.

Chemistry, Management, Environmental aspects, Environmental movement, Environmentalism, Chemical research, Hazardous wastes

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