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The Chemical Manufacturing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about process equipment and control, biotech & environmental, specialty chemicals and nanoengineering. Here, you'll find everything from application ideas, to news and industry trends, to hot topics and cutting edge innovations. This blog is inspired by the Chemical Manufacturing newsletter from GlobalSpec, which you can subscribe to here.

Alternative Energy at Work

Posted January 04, 2012 7:12 AM

Alternative energy is consistently stressed as a means to move toward energy security and reduce reliance on foreign energy resources. Even though alternative energy is important, understanding what can be done to achieve this goal is also important.

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Is the Green Revolution Finally Here?

Posted December 07, 2011 7:36 AM

The lead article this month examines the cost benefits of green chemicals. Given all of the benefits of going green, it appears as if the industry is on the verge of a revolution.

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Chemicals in the Media

Posted November 02, 2011 7:18 AM

Sensationalism in the media has led to a focus on stories that are both unique and extreme. The case of chemical espionage and the fictional chemist in Breaking Bad demonstrate some of the more extremes of how chemists and chemistry are viewed in the media.

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Is the TSCA Outdated?

Posted October 05, 2011 9:07 AM

The lead story this month considers proposed changes to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) proposed by the American Chemistry Council (ACC). The act, which was written 35 years ago, provides important protections. However, given the changes that have occurred in science and technology, changes to the legislation may be needed.

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The Biofuel Debate

Posted September 07, 2011 8:12 AM

Biofuels derived from food products have come under fire because many view them as unsustainable. Further, this month's issue notes environmental problems associated with the production of algae-based biofuels. Given these challenges, biofuel production appears to be a challenging undertaking with few quick answers.

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Is the U.S. Lagging Behind?

Posted August 03, 2011 10:09 AM

The U.N. Environment Programme report regarding investment in renewable energy indicates that governments all over the world have begun to invest in renewable energy at an accelerated rate. While the U.S. continues to have modest growth in renewable energy development, other countries have made larger commitments to renewable energy growth.

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