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Empa researchers investigate release of micro-rubber particles from tires into environment

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Although the presence of microplastics in the environment is raising concerns, the amount of microplastics in air and water is small compared to another polymer that pollutes air and water: micro rubber. 22 kilotonnes of micro rubber have accumulated in the environment in Switzerland. —Christoph Hüglin.

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EEA: Water Use Unsustainable in Many Parts of Europe

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Europe must dramatically cut its water consumption and use water more efficiently if it is to avoid the worst impacts of water shortage, the European Environment Agency ( EEA ) warns in a new report, “Water resources across Europe—confronting water scarcity and drought”. “

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CSIRO study finds little to no environmental impact from fracing in Queensland

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A comprehensive three-year scientific study into the air, water and soil impacts of hydraulic fracturing (HF) in coal seam gas (CSG) in Queensland, Australia has found little to no impacts on air quality, soils, groundwater and waterways. CSIRO scientist sets up a solar-powered air-quality-monitoring station in the Surat Basin, Queensland.

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BMW Group to source lithium from Livent

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Livent employs an innovative method that emphasizes sustainable water use and minimizes the impact on local ecosystems and communities. Solvents and other chemicals do not come into contact with the environment during this process. This largely preserves the balance between the brine layers and groundwater layers.

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POET outlines lessons from 4-year long startup of Project Liberty cellulosic ethanol project

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Further, POET/DSM, in collaboration with USDA and NLAE (National Laboratory for Agriculture and The Environment, Ames IA) conducted research that concluded with specification of stover harvest guidelines. Besides capital, a determination and commitment to the agriculture and environment was the main enabling factor in Liberty start up.

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Douglas-Westwood: oil & gas industry need to push High-Pressure - High Temperature envelope

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Ultra-HP/HT wells are currently being drilled in the Gulf of Mexico, on the shelf and in deep water. There are many technological challenges that must be overcome for downhole service and completion tools to operate successfully in the Ultra-HPHT environment.

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Volkswagen Group 2014 sustainability report shows progress on key environmental performance indicators; Strategy 2018 and leadership in e-mobility

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The report provides information on the progress achieved in economic, environmental and social sustainability in 2013, and was drawn up in accordance with the G3 Guidelines of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). At Volkswagen, we do not want to achieve rapid success at the expense of others. —Prof. By 2018, “Think Blue.

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