Lenzing presents innovative concept combining sustainable glacier protection and circularity for geotextiles

March 27, 2024  |  News

The Lenzing Group, a leading supplier of regenerated cellulose for the textile and nonwovens industries, has created a unique, innovative concept that contributes to the sustainable protection of glaciers while inspiring collective action for sustainable practices and a circular economy in the nonwo…
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Webinar – Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – April 3

March 27, 2024  |  News

Aerix Industries presents the Signature Series Webinar – Evaluation of Lightweight Cellular Concrete Properties for Geotechnical Engineering Applications – on April 3, 2024 at noon EST. The presenter is Dr. Jie Han, the esteemed Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor from the Civil, Environm…
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EPA issues PFAS test order as part of National Testing Strategy

March 26, 2024  |  News

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued the fourth Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) test order requiring testing on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under EPA’s National PFAS Testing Strategy, the latest action taken under EPA’s PFAS Strategic Roadma…
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Solmax collaborates with TenneT and SWITCH for recycling of geotextiles in energy projects in Europe

March 25, 2024  |  News

World-leading geosynthetics manufacturer Solmax has collaborated with TenneT and SWITCH to successfully recycle geotextiles used in power grid projects. This initiative resulted in the repurposing of 80 tons of materials destined to become waste during the construction of a new power highway, utiliz…
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Montana DOT director retiring

March 22, 2024  |  News

Malcom “Mack” Long, director of the Montana Department of Transportation, plans to retire on March 22, with Larry Flynn – Montana DOT’s deputy director – stepping in to serve as the agency’s interim director. Appointed by Governor Greg Gianforte (R) as director in January 2021, Long bro…
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Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 announces call for proposals

March 21, 2024  |  News

Geotechnical Frontiers 2025 will be held March 2-5, 2025 in Louisville, Ky. It is the merging of the bi-annual Geosynthetics Conference and annual Geo-Congress and replaces both events for 2025. This conference occurs every 6-8 years and is co-organized by ATA’s Geosynthetics Materials Association…
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Webinar – Best Practices for Geomembrane Penetration and Attachment Details – April 11

March 21, 2024  |  News

The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) is presenting the webinar – Best Practices for Geomembrane Penetration and Attachment Details – on April 11 at noon CDT. It is free to industry professionals and students, a 1.0 PDH is available, and you can register here. Pre-recordings are also av…
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IECA elects new officers

March 20, 2024  |  News

The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) has announced the addition of Matthew Welch, CESSWI, CPESC and Michael Frankcombe to the board of directors along with Rafael “Nicky” Araujo, PE as a returning member. New board members were officially welcomed at the IECA Annual Conference in…
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Investments in innovative transportation technology projects announced

March 19, 2024  |  News

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced more than $50 million in grant awards for 34 technology demonstration projects across the country through the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program. The competitive grant program, established by …
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AASHTOWare holding inaugural Innovation Summit

March 18, 2024  |  News

From April 30 through May 1, software provider AASHTOWare will hold an Innovation Summit in Chattanooga, Tenn., to provide its state department of transportation members with updates on the latest developments within its suite of products. A division of the American Association of State Highway and …
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