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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Feb. 02, 2024

Groups Push Back On House Bill To Limit Use Of Air Monitoring Data

West Virginia’s industrial and mining trade groups support the bill, but most people spoke in opposition.

Energy & Environment Caroline MacGregor, Mar. 03, 2023

DEP Discusses Ethylene Oxide Report And Union Carbide Agreement At Public Hearing

The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) held a public hearing Thursday to discuss the findings of a final report on ethylene oxide (EtO) emissions.

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Energy & Environment Caroline MacGregor, Feb. 22, 2023

Union Carbide, DEP Agreement To Lower Emissions In Institute

The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has signed an agreement with Union Carbide Corporation to further reduce ethylene oxide emissions at its facility in Institute, Kanawha County.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Oct. 19, 2022

Union Carbide Seeks Renewal Of Air Permit At Institute Plant

Union Carbide transfers ethylene oxide from railroad tank cars to storage tanks in Institute, where it is then distributed to facilities in Institute and South Charleston.

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Energy & Environment Caroline MacGregor, Oct. 05, 2022

W.Va. Chemical Valley Featured In Film Documentaries

West Virginia’s community of Institute is featured in two documentaries that examine environmental safety and accountability. Both films will be screened outdoors on Thursday, Oct. 5 at Institute's Shawnee Regional Park.

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