Elevated concentrations of Dimethenamide in the Rhine near Bad Godesberg
June 5th, 2024On 23 May, the Landesamt für Natur, Umwelt und Verbraucherschutz Nordrhein-Westfalen (LANUV) reported elevated concentrations of the plant protection products Dimethenamide and Metolachlor in the Rhine near Bad Godesberg. Since 17 May 2024, these elevated values have been observed at Rhine kilometre 647.5 on the left bank. No abnormalities were initially found on the right … Continue reading “Elevated concentrations of Dimethenamide in the Rhine near Bad Godesberg”
SETAC Europe 34th Annual Meeting: the importance of facts
June 5th, 2024From 5 to 9 May 2024, the 34th annual meeting of SETAC Europe took place in Seville, Spain. This year’s theme was “Science-Based Solutions in Times of Crisis: Integrating Science and Policy for Environmental Challenges”. This meeting attracted more than 3,000 participants and offered a wide range of interesting sessions and poster presentations. With a … Continue reading “SETAC Europe 34th Annual Meeting: the importance of facts”
Fingerprint 2 Footprint: towards a more sustainable Industry and better water quality
June 5th, 2024In August 2023, the ‘Fingerprint 2 Footprint’ project was launched, led by the Institute for Sustainable Process Technology (ISPT) and funded by TKI Energy and Industry. This project, which runs until 2027, aims to reduce the environmental impact of Dutch industry by using advanced measurement and analysis techniques. Dutch industry is under constant pressure to … Continue reading “Fingerprint 2 Footprint: towards a more sustainable Industry and better water quality”