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| November 6, 2009 |
Senate committee brushes off Republican boycott, passes climate bill
Democrats on the Senate's Environment and Public Works Committee voted 11-1 to clear the climate measure, dismissing a boycott from Republican panel members. The move indicates that the U.S. will "do what it takes to advance this issue" ahead of a U.N. summit in Copenhagen, said Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., the panel's chairwoman. Republicans opposed the action, saying the Environmental Protection Agency should have performed a comprehensive economic review of the bill. The Washington Post (11/6) Reuters (11/5)
Dow Chemical to pursue $10B project with Shenshua Group in China
Dow Chemical reportedly will pursue its $10 billion coal-to-chemical joint venture with Shenhua Group in Shaanxi province in China. The companies recently held a cornerstone-laying ceremony, which was attended by officials from the Chinese province and the U.S. Embassy. Reuters (11/5)
Abundant domestic gas supply can lead to chemical jobs
Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, asks in a National Journal blog post for the pros and cons of replacing coal-fired electricity generators with new natural gas plants. In response, the American Chemistry Council's Cal Dooley contends that coal companies are already switching from coal to natural gas. Availability, reliability and affordability of domestic natural gas supplies are important as chemical companies decide where to invest in production, he writes. National Journal/Energy & Environment Experts blog (11/2)
ACC official is named API's executive VP of government affairs
The American Petroleum Institute has appointed Martin J. Durbin, vice president of federal affairs at the American Chemistry Council, as its executive vice president of government affairs. Durbin brings "a wealth of legislative experience and a deep understanding of the issues that affect America's energy, economic and environmental security," API President Jack Gerard said. The Politico (Washington) (11/5)
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EPA to set emission standards for polyvinyl chloride facilities
As part of a settlement with three environmental groups, the Environmental Protection Agency has agreed to set new emission standards for polyvinyl chloride manufacturers by mid-2011. The groups alleged in their lawsuit last year that the agency failed to impose emission standards for PVC plants in Louisiana. Google/The Associated Press (11/5)
EPA should implement tighter air pollution laws, group says
A coalition of Northeastern states and the District of Columbia known as the Ozone Transport Commission called on the Environmental Protection Agency to take up tougher national rules so states could achieve their targets for reducing air pollution. An EPA official said the agency is engaged in programs to limit pollution and will continue working with the group and other partners to improve air quality. The Olympian (Olympia, Wash.)/Capital News Service (11/5)
Chemical plants help make breathing easier in Houston
Technological advances in emissions controls at chemical plants have played a role in improved air quality, says the Houston Chronicle editorial board. The smog level in Houston has dropped from a peak of nearly 120 ozone molecules per billion molecules of air to 84. Houston Chronicle (11/6)
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Chemical rail shipments climb 3.6% last week
Chemical railroad shipments increased for the third time so far this year, jumping 3.6% last week from year-ago levels, according to the Association of American Railroads. Chemical loadings for the week ending Oct. 31 rose to 28,032 from 27,061 during the same week last year. ICIS News (U.K.) (11/5)
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ACC Highlights Plastics Innovations
From artificial hearts and child-safety seats -- to fashion, electronics and home décor, the American Chemistry Council has embarked on a new effort to reacquaint consumers with the life-enhancing innovations that plastics make possible every day. The initiative, themed Plastics Make it Possible, will raise awareness of how consumers, industry and government are working together to prevent litter, reduce marine debris and increase recycling. To help connect with and engage consumers, ACC has introduced a new online destination that showcases some of the many ways plastics are driving innovations in key market sectors. Don't miss the featured sections on the Solar Decathlon and last week's "Fresh Faces in Fashion" event.
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