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MORE oil could be recovered from wells by injecting a mixture of ‘nano-sand’ and a surfactant, according to researchers in Wales and Iran.
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A GASTRONOMIC delight in Asia could be making its way to the western world, thanks to a new processing technique to turn jellyfish paper-thin and crunchy.
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Hack hits Chernobyl monitoring system
RADIATION monitoring systems at the Chernobyl nuclear plant have been put out of action by a ransomware attack that has hit companies around the world.
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Membrane filters out antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wastewater
A TECHNIQUE has been developed combining a photocatalytic membrane and UV light to remove most antibiotic-resistant bacteria and genes from wastewater.
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Fatal dam breach in Brazil leaves hundreds missing
A TAILINGS dam in Brazil has collapsed, leaving a reported 16 people dead and 297 missing. Other sources put the death toll closer to 40. The dam, known as Dam 1, was part of the Córrego do Feijão mine, located in Minas Gerais, and is mining company Vale’s second dam in Brazil to fail in just over three years.
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New process speeds up the production of biofuel from microorganisms
A PROCESS for converting algae to biofuel has been developed that is significantly less energy-intensive than conventional methods, and has the potential to make algae biofuel economically viable.
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Gas plant explosion in China kills 15
A GASIFICATION plant in China’s central Henan province has exploded, killing 15 people and seriously injuring 15 others.
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IChemE publishes biosector career profiles
ICHEME has launched a collection of chemical engineering career profiles to inspire the next generation into a career in the bioeconomy.
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Partners plan membrane-free electrolyser production in Northern Ireland
CLEAN Power Hydrogen (CPH2) has formed a joint venture to manufacture its membrane-free electrolyser technology from a base in Northern Ireland.
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New bacterium can improve wastewater treatment
A NEWLY-discovered bacterium strain could be used to remove nitrogen and phosphorous from sewage wastewater. The method is more environmentally friendly and cheaper than current wastewater treatment processes.
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Siemens starts construction on German 'green' hydrogen plant
SIEMENS has started construction of an 8.75 MW “green” hydrogen plant in Germany, that is expected to serve as a model for the nation.
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IChemE Fellow awarded 2021 Chemeca Medal
ROSE Amal, a Fellow of IChemE, has been awarded this year’s prestigious Chemeca Medal, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to chemical engineering.
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DUBBED the world’s largest by its founding partners, a “mega” green hydrogen production facility run by NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is closer to development after receiving a total investment of US$8.4bn from 23 banks and investment firms across the globe.
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Sumitomo Chemical CO2-to-methanol pilot plant now operational
SUMITOMO CHEMICAL has completed the construction of a pilot facility which uses CO2 generated from the incineration of waste, and hydrogen derived from renewable energy, to produce methanol.
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UK’s Aston University receives £10m to establish holistic membrane research centre
ASTON UNIVERSITY, UK will use £10m (US$12.8m) awarded by funder Research England to establish the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME). An interdisciplinary group spanning biology, chemistry, and physics, it will use holistic investigation to develop novel biomimetic membranes.
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New Zealand bans PFAS in cosmetics
NEW ZEALAND has banned the use of PFAS in cosmetic products from the end of 2026 to protect consumers and the environment.
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Ineos proposes closure of Grangemouth ethanol plant
INEOS is looking to close its ethanol plant at the Grangemouth petrochemicals complex in the UK and says all 44 employees involved will be offered alternative roles.
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US polluters will pay for PFAS contamination cleanup following EPA ruling
PFAS polluters have been targeted by new legislation introduced by the US labelling two widely used forever chemicals as hazardous substances.
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North Sea oil spill may take two months to clear following ship collision – expert
JET FUEL that spilled into the North Sea following Monday’s collision between a tanker and a cargo ship off the coast of Hull, UK could take “up to two months” to clear, an expert has told TCE.
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Transocean to buy Songa Offshore
TRANSOCEAN announced today that it has agreed a deal to buy Norwegian offshore drilling competitor Songa Offshore for NOK 9.1bn (US$1.1bn).
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