In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, while many of us are working from home, many American workers who are part of “essential” industries continue to go to their place of work. Hospital and healthcare workers are the most obvious examples, but this list includes those who work in food production and grocery stores, delivery […]
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) is now accepting applications for the prestigious Polyurethane Innovation Award. This award recognizes companies and individuals who have brought new innovative, life-enhancing products, technologies, and initiatives to the marketplace. The deadline for submitting applications is June 15, 2020. “Bringing innovative products and technologies to market is no easy […]
Published by the Yale School of Forestry Authored by Taryn Akiyama (MEM Candidate, Class of 2021) COVID-19 has altered many aspects of life for Yale F&ES students—attending virtual classes, wearing masks to the supermarket, staying six feet from others on the street—but it has especially transformed the nature… Read the full article at: https://environment.yale.edu/blog/2020/04/the-power-of-puzzles-while-staying-at-home/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-power-of-puzzles-while-staying-at-home
On this Earth Day, the U.S. business of chemistry is more committed than ever to protecting our planet. Did you know that efforts to preserve the environment—our air, water, land and climate—are made possible in large part thanks to the innovative products of chemistry? America’s chemical makers create technologies that empower Americans and American businesses […]
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) today released a Canadian version of its online chemical health and safety training program designed to provide information regarding safe use, handling and disposal of high-pressure spray polyurethane foam (SPF). The training is available at no charge in both English and French languages. The Canadian SPF Chemical Health […]
There was big news last month that should affect how the government regulates the industrial solvent trichloroethylene (TCE), including how it conducts clean-ups at Superfund sites. Members of a key Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) science advisory panel rejected the Agency’s analysis of a controversial study suggesting a link between exposure to TCE and fetal cardiac […]
We understand people’s concerns over ethylene oxide. No one should have to question whether the air they breathe is safe. Protecting the health and safety of the public is a top priority for the producers and users of ethylene oxide and our industry, and companies that make and work with ethylene oxide are actively investing […]
Published by the Yale School of Forestry Authored by Sundara Bhandaram (MEM Candidate, Class of 2020) As FES students returned from Spring Break to online courses, the community has found creative ways to continue engaging with industry thought leaders! This past Friday, the Business & Environment Learning Community… Read the full article at: https://environment.yale.edu/blog/2020/03/fes-sustainable-finance-in-the-virtual-era/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fes-sustainable-finance-in-the-virtual-era
U.S. Environmental Protection (EPA)’s decision to grant temporary enforcement discretion will provide manufacturers with additional time to complete administrative requirements such as regulatory filings and allow inspections to be rescheduled after workforce shortages, travel and movement restrictions no longer present uncontrollable challenges to compliance. This short term measure is needed because essential personnel and resources […]
Methylene Diphenyl Diisocycanate (MDI) and Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) are key building blocks used in the polyurethanes industry to produce a wide variety of materials like insulation, roofing, and coatings, as well as comfort materials like mattresses, furniture, appliances, sports equipment, and transportation seating. This week, the American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) […]
Buy coffee lately? You may have noticed labels on the packaging by “certification” organizations that track and certify that the coffee growers: receive an above standard “premium” price (Fairtrade); comply with United States “organic” standards (USDA Organic); or manage farms according to sustainability standards (Rainforest Alliance). When everything works right, coffee drinkers can rest assured […]
The Senate provided a very welcome surprise this week by approving the nomination of Katherine Lemos to the Chemical Safety Board (CSB). The move to approve Lemos follows shortly after a Senate hearing earlier this year held by Chairman Barrasso and Ranking Member Carper underscoring the important contributions the Board makes to enhancing safety. During […]
A coalition of industry trade associations and business groups representing a broad swath of the U.S. economy sent a letter to President Trump, governors, mayors and other officials across the country urging them to follow the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s definition of Essential Critical Infrastructure operations and workers when making COVID-19 decisions. The letter is intended to help officials nationwide […]
Published by the Yale School of Forestry Authored by Elizabeth Himschoot (MEM candidate, Class of 2021) While some students might think spring break is for late mornings and relaxation, some opportunities are too good to pass up when they present themselves, even with an early morning start. Prescribed… Read the full article at: https://environment.yale.edu/blog/2020/03/prescribed-fire-at-yale-meyers-forest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=prescribed-fire-at-yale-meyers-forest
American Chemistry Council President and CEO Chris Jahn today sent a letter to President Trump and all 50 governors reminding them of the U.S. business of chemistry’s crucial role in our nation’s manufacturing supply chain and the need to maintain operations during this unprecedented time. Recognized as a Critical Infrastructure Sector by the U.S. Department of […]
While everyone is rightfully focused on today’s crisis and doing everything possible to mitigate the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we cannot afford to overlook other important challenges to our industry. This month marks the one-year anniversary of the tragic fires that occurred at the Intercontinental Terminals Company (ITC) and KMCO facilities in the Houston […]
The World Health Organization has formally declared the COVID-19 outbreak a “pandemic.” With more than 100,000 reported cases of coronavirus worldwide, and over 4,200 deaths, many are looking for answers on how best to protect themselves and their families. The Center for Biocide Chemistries (CBC) recently published a list of over 200 ready-to-use, dilutable, and […]
Published by the Yale School of Forestry This is a recent article written by Madeline Frieze ’20 M.E.M. for the publication New Directions in Outdoor Recreation, created by the Outdoor Recreation SIG at F&ES. It features Ski na Rua, an NGO in a favela in São Paulo, Brazil, aimed at… Read the full article at: https://environment.yale.edu/blog/2020/02/changing-lives-with-rollerskis/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=changing-lives-with-rollerskis
Published by the Yale School of Forestry We were fortunate to recently welcome the incredible Dorceta Taylor ’85 M.F.S., ’91 Ph.D. to campus to lead a research seminar on Food Access and Environmental Grant-making and Environmental Justice. In a jam-packed Burke Auditorium, Dr. Taylor spoke about her experience at F&ES, her… Read the full article at: https://environment.yale.edu/blog/2020/02/dorceta-taylor-on-environmental-justice/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dorceta-taylor-on-environmental-justice
I just got back from the Super Bowl. Not the football game. The plastics recycling “Super Bowl.” Held just a few weeks after the (somewhat more) popular sporting event, the Plastics Recycling Conference and Trade Show for years has been the ultimate opportunity to gather key stakeholders to analyze the state of plastics recycling. Sponsored […]