Carbon black in HDPE geomembranes: Getting the balance right

March 21, 2025  |  News

Contributed by ATARFIL Carbon black plays a vital role in HDPE geomembranes, providing UV protection and preventing polymer degradation. But when it comes to performance, more isn’t always better, and less can be a red flag. At ATARFIL, we know that it’s not just about how much carbon black is a…
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Russo receives 2025 Richard S. Fountain Award

March 20, 2025  |  News

The Steel Bridge Task Force – comprised of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) and the American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Steel and Metals Technical Committee – has named Francesco “Frank” Russo the …
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Glacier protection with geotextiles: A sustainable solution for the future

March 19, 2025  |  News

Contributed by Naue Glacial melt is one of the greatest challenges of climate change, with profound impacts on nature and winter tourism. Naue has developed GlacierProtect, a pioneering solution that not only advances glacier protection but also helps preserve snow reserves in ski resorts. As p…
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Webinar – Geosynthetic Covers to Reduce Leachate Generation and Costs – April 8

March 18, 2025  |  News

Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) presents the webinar – Geosynthetic Covers to Reduce Leachate Generation and Costs – on April 8, 2025 at noon CDT. The presenters are Patrick Elliott of Viaflex and Dan Rohe of Environmental Protection, Inc. (EPI). It is free to industry professionals and s…
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WOCA issues call for abstracts

March 18, 2025  |  News

The World of Coal Ash (WOCA) is now receiving abstracts for the WOCA Workshop 2025, scheduled for October 8 and 9, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah. This workshop is co-sponsored by the team behind the World of Coal Ash (WOCA), the American Coal Ash Association, and the University of Kentucky Center fo…
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Safe containment solutions with geothermal energy in Costa Rica

March 17, 2025  |  News

Contributed by SOTRAFA In 2024, SOTRAFA supplied ALVATECH geomembranes for the Borinquen geothermal project in Costa Rica. This project uses heat from volcanic areas to generate clean, renewable energy. The process includes digging wells, extracting hot water, generating electricity, and reinjecting…
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Michigan governor unveils $3B road investment plan

March 14, 2025  |  News

In early February, Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) proposed a long-term $3 billion road investment plan, with $1 billion of that proposal focused on rural and local roadways as well as transit and safety improvements. In her Road Ahead Address, the governor said she will “work with anyone to find a…
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CTDOT’s Fallon appointed to AASHTO’s R&I committee

March 13, 2025  |  News

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) recently named James Fallon – chief engineer and  bureau chief of engineering and construction for the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) – as the Region 1 member of its Special Committee on Research …
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Egis provides design and construction supervision for new engineered sanitary landfill in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

March 12, 2025  |  News

Contributed by Egis Phnom Penh, Cambodia has experienced significant demographic and economic development in recent years, with a rapid rise in municipal solid waste (MSW) generation – the city now produces 3,600 tonnes of MSW per day. At the same time, the existing dumpsite at Dangkor near Phnom …
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Plan your stay: Official housing for Advanced Textiles Expo 2025 now open

March 11, 2025  |  Expo News

We are pleased to announce that Site & Stay has been selected as the official housing partner for Advanced Textiles Expo® 2025, taking place Nov. 5–7 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Ind. Hotel booking is now open, offering attendees and exhibitors exclusive access to discoun…
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