Containment

CQA Solutions, creator of the SuperTek software validation system for construction quality assurance work in geosynthetics, has earned Microsoft Gold Certification for the product’s developer,...

GEORGETOWN, SOUTH CAROLINA – For its use of ClosureTurf™, an innovative alternative cover system, the Saufley Field Landfill in Pensacola, Florida recently received a...

Tech 5® and Tech 10® Geomembranes from Plastatech Engineering Ltd are a key part of the PlastaFlex geomembrane product line. These geomembranes help shield the environment against harsh chemicals and other pollutants commonly found in landfills, reservoirs, chemical processing plants, refineries, manufacturing facilities, and water treatment operations. Learn more. Download the specification sheet for these products here (PDF). Learn more here.;

The 11th International Conference on Geosynthetics (11ICG) will be held 16 – 21 September 2016 in Seoul, Korea at the new COEX (Conference...

While it still focused almost exclusively on more temporary erosion control mats (such as coconut or jute-based), the Philippines geotextile manufacturing industry has restarted in the wake of landslides that claimed a number of lives. Weak demand for even coconut-based materials led to the closing of many facilities in recent years. Learn more here.;

Dr. Ming Zhu, P.E. has distinguished himself over the past decade in the geotechnical field through work with a major private consulting firm and...

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold its 5th National AgStar Conference 27-28 April 2010 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Conference organizers have opened registration and released an expected program, which focuses heavily on the use of anaerobic digesters and making these systems profitable in the ag sector. An optional half-day tour of two anaerobic digester system at 4,000-head farms is offered too. Learn more and download a copy of the program at the AgStar Conference website. Learn more here.;

For more than 25 years, Kent von Maubeuge (NAUE) has been an active member of various engineering professional associations and standards organizations (e.g., DIN,...

The 185-mile-long, historic Chesapeake and Ohio Canal--more familiarly known as the C&O Canal--was compeleted in 1850 and served as a major transport corridor for goods such as lumber and grain. Today, it is a national park surrounded by more than 12,000 acres of land. Not long ago, a towpath began to fail when drainage pipe broke. The saturated slope gave way and exposed a main water line for Arlington County, Virginia. Repair of the slope was key both for the preservation of this historic canal and for the safety of Arlington's water supply. Maccaferri's Green Terramesh® system was selected to provide slope stability and vegetation for the natural look park patrons and officials seek along the C&O. Construction was quick, economical and effective. Read Pino Cignarella's case study.

North American Geosynthetics Society (NAGS) Executive Director David Suits has announced that NAGS is now an approved provider for professional development hours (PDHs). No additional information has yet been announced, but this is certainly a welcomed development for NAGS members. Learn more here.;

When Mike McDonald wanted to get into more sustainable construction, he made his own home the prototype. Among the many impressive features his team designed into this (first in the country) LEED-H certified and GreenPoint-Rated home is a green roof system that uses Huesker's TGS nonwoven fabric. Read the article here.

When the City of Barrie (Ontario) landfill reached capacity, an extensive program was enacted to recycle material from the old cells. Non-recyclable material was...

The 7th Asian Regional Conference on Geosynthetics, GeoAsia 7, has proactively moved its dates from March to 22 – 26 November 2021. Conference chair,...

Denver, Colo. ‐ The International Erosion Control Association (IECA) is calling for presentations for Environmental Connection 2015, annual conference and expo. Combining quality education with...

This April, Geosynthetica is promoting 30 Days of Earth Day (#30DaysEarthDay). Each day we will publish stories on the intersections between geosynthetics and environmental...

Dan Rohe, president of Environmental Protection, Inc. will present information on the use of PVC geomembranes at the Colombian Mining Conference 2012, to be held in Santa Marta, Colombia from July 17 to 19. The conference is the 9th version of the Intersectoral Mining Congress in South America. Conference topics will include items such as new port developments for mining in Colombia, the Infrastructure on the TLC (river), environmental impact analysis vs the growth of the national economy through mining, and the new mining code, among others. Santa Marta is the only port on the Colombian Caribbean that has rail service, which interfaces with the Interior Andino, the valley of the Magdalena and the Cesar coal zone.

Old Bar Beach Sand Replenishment Group (OBBSRG) was formed 12 months ago to air residents' concerns about the erosion which has already claimed two beachfront dwellings in Old Bar, New South Wales, Australia. OBBSRG has been studying gabion systems and geotextile tubes or bags. Working with scientific groups and engineers, they've found many successful groyne constructions like these in Australia, and now must convince local councils that they are the best decisions. The group believes a series of six groynes constructed of sand-filled geotextile bags is the practical and economical way to protect Old Bar properties. They estimated AUS $200,000-$400,000 is needed to preserve $300 million in property and infrastructure. Not a bad investment. Learn more here.;

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has required the U.S. Navy to consider more rigorous cleanup options for residential and shoreline property near the Jackson Park Housing Complex in Bremerton, Washington. The Navy is currently in the initial stages of a Superfund cleanup at the 232-acre property.

During the Geosynthetics 2009 show, geosynthetica's Chris Kelsey had the good fortune to meet Stan Slifer of Watersaver. Stan was traveling with new business cards: ones that noted he was now Watersaver's president. Congratulations to Stan on the promotion! Learn more here.;

Raven Engineered Films would like to share with you our excitement regarding the collaboration between Raven Aerostar and Google on Project Loon and the...

I-CORP INTERNATIONAL's Ian Peggs served as an instructor earlier this week at the latest TRI-CORP Liner Integrity Survey and Assessment (LISA) course at the TRI/Environmental campus in Austin, Texas. He reports that 16 attendees took part. Also, TRI's A.J. Shah joined him in instruction during the April 12-13 days of TRI's Spring CQA week. The participants represented four installers (two from Canada), eight engineers (one from Canada, two from the Navy), two manufacturer/installers, and two practitioners. Read more in Dr. Peggs' review.

The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) has published revised charts for Temporary Rolled Erosion Control Products (RECPs). The documentation identifies product characteristics, such as...

The American-based National Aquaculture Association (NAA) is moving from Charlestown, West Virginia to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. The new home university's fisheries and aquacultures center was a major factor in the decision, KATV7 reports. Learn more here.;

The International Erosion Control Association 2018 Conference and Exhibition (IECA 2018) is will take place 11 – 14 February 2018 in Long Beach, California....

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that more U.S. coal ash disposal facilities are revealing contaminated water sources, both potable and surface water. Arsenic and other heavy metals have been discovered. The Journal has cited a study conducted by the Sierra Club, Earthjustice and the Environmental Integrity Project. The study reveals 39 polluted sites across 21 states and is available here (PDF). Learn more here.;