The Ohio Derailment Lays Bare the Hellish Plastic Crisis

That’s what makes the disaster in Ohio so alarming. Five rail cars of vinyl chloride burned—some of it done intentionally to reduce building pressure—likely producing toxic compounds called dioxins. Because hot air from a fire rises, the flames from the train sent a black plume high into the air, potentially spreading toxicants far beyond the site […]

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Intel breaks ground in Ohio for its new chipmaking facilities, announces $17.7 million for related education and research programs

What you need to know Intel broke ground today on its “Silicon Heartland” chipmaking factories near New Albany, Ohio. Intel executives, federal, state, and local officials, and Ohio governor Mike DeWine were joined by U.S. President Joe Biden for the groundbreaking ceremony. Intel also announced $17.7 million in funding for eight proposals spread out over […]

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