Podcasts about Chemours

  In this episode we welcome Marc LoPresti, CEO and chief market strategist of Market Rebellion, Wall Street veteran, securities attorney, and media contributor. Marc shares his legal team's pivotal role in the landmark multi-billion-dollar lawsuit against 3M over forever chemical contamination in U.S. drinking water, offering insights into the technical evidence that led to the historic settlement. He also discusses litigation involving DuPont and its spin-offs Chemours and Corteva for similar violations. Looking ahead, Marc offers his take on water-related investments—viewing utilities as stable but recommending tech-driven water solutions like filters, pumps, and desalination for those seeking stronger returns. Podcast Recorded on April 14, 2025

The refrigerant landscape is changing fast, and if you're in building automation, facility management, or HVAC, you need to stay ahead of these shifts. In this episode of the Smart Buildings Academy Podcast, we dive into the 2025 refrigerant regulations with Don Gillis, senior trainer at Chemours. This isn't just about compliance, it's about making informed decisions that protect your equipment, your budget, and your long-term operations. If you're responsible for maintaining or upgrading HVAC systems, this conversation will help you understand what's coming and how to prepare. In this episode, you'll discover: The key EPA regulations that took effect in 2025 and how they impact equipment manufacturing and refrigerant availability. Why refrigerant phase-downs don't mean phase-outs, and how that affects your system choices. The new refrigerant options for different applications, including chillers, rooftop units, and split systems. How recovery and reclamation of refrigerants is about to become more valuable than ever. The best practices for A2L refrigerants and what techs need to know about safe handling, tools, and documentation. If you own, operate, or service HVAC systems, you can't afford to miss this conversation. Get the insights you need to future-proof your business and ensure compliance without unnecessary costs.

In this episode of our podcast I meet Don Gillis in person for the first time at the AHR Expo 2025 in Orlando. We gather at the Chemours booth to discuss the intricacies of A2L refrigerants, focusing on the widely used R-454B. Our conversation covers the technical specifications, safety features, and practical applications of A2Ls, providing valuable insights for anyone in the HVAC industry. Tune in to learn from our detailed discussion about the future of refrigerant technologies and how they're shaping safer, more efficient systems.

Chemours is a leader in refrigerant innovation and an integral player in readying the market for A2Ls. This podcast will increase the audience's confidence in A2L technology while preparing them to thrive in both HVAC and Commercial refrigeration. Sponsored by Chemours.

Vanavond in Bar Laat met Tim: Bij de BoerBurgerBeweging rommelt het. Zijn dit groeipijnen van een relatief jonge partij? In 2023 lekte hij geheime raadsdocumenten over chemiebedrijf Chemours; vanavond doet ex-PvdA-raadslid Ruben Schilt zijn verhaal. De Volkskrant hield de grote eet-enquête en analyseerde 29.000 maaltijden. Wat eet Nederland? En in de film ‘Merckx' komen de successen en verhalen rondom de allergrootste wielrenner ooit, Eddy ‘De Kannibaal' Merckx, samen. 

Send us a textIn this episode of the METUS Tech Show, the boys bring back Don Gillis, of Chemours, as he shares his wisdom and facts about the A2L transition.Check out our youtube channel called the METUS Training Network.Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.comContact us at metustechshow@hvac.mea.com

Wetenschapsjournalist SIMON ROZENDAAL beschrijft in zijn boek ‘Paniek om Niets - Hoe de meetrevolutie onze angsten aanwakkert' hoe actiegroepen, politici én sommige media ons bang maken voor vervuiling en giftige stoffen, terwijl er weinig tot niets aan de hand is. Rozendaal spreekt in deze aflevering van WWTV met COEN DE JONG. Het gesprek is ook te bekijken als video. https://www.wyniasweek.nl/video/ Meetrevolutie Dankzij de wetenschappelijke vooruitgang kunnen we de kleinst denkbare concentraties PFAS, Glyfosaat en Dioxine meten. Maar concentraties met 9 nullen achter de komma van deze stoffen zijn helemaal niet gevaarlijk. Rozendaal's 16 e eeuwse held Paracelsus zei al: ‘alleen de dosis maakt of iets giftig is'. Toch willen organisaties als Milieudefensie, Greenpeace en GroenLinks Europarlementariërs Bas Eickhout u voor van alles bang maken. Eickhout riep in een post op X zelfs op PFAS per direct in de hele Europese Unie te verbieden, omdat dit materiaal in antiaanbakpannen en pizzadozen zit en er uiterst kleine hoeveelheden in uw lichaam terecht kunnen komen. Influencers als Carice van Houten (ook actief bij de anti-fossiele brandstof actiegroep Extinction Rebellion) doen gretig mee aan het paniek zaaien over glyfosaat, zonder te begrijpen waar ze over praten. GreenPeace gevaarlijk, Green Deal onzinnig Bedrijven als Chemours en Tata Steel zouden dicht moeten en de landbouw mag geen bestrijdingsmiddelen meer gebruiken. Rozendaal is ook zeer kritisch op zijn beroepsgroep, de journalisten, die meegaan in deze alarmverhalen terwijl ze de kennis missen over concentraties en percentages van potentieel giftige stoffen. Over GreenPeace is Rozendaal duidelijk: ‘een hele gevaarlijke organisatie'. De Green Deal van Frans Timmermans (hem ingefluisterd door oud-GreenPeace medewerker Diederik Samson) is onzinnig en een gevaar voor onze voedselvoorziening. Met landbouw zonder bestrijdingsmiddelen gaan we terug naar vroeger, toen de meeste mensen honger leden. ‘Paniek om niets' van Simon Rozendaal is verschenen bij Uitgeverij AtlasContact https://www.bol.com/nl/nl/p/paniek-om-niets/9300000182263713/?bltgh=hK2XRgdndgurqNWA8kZLfg.2_16.18 Simon Rozendaal was gastauteur in Wynia's Week. https://www.wyniasweek.nl/simon-rozendaal-vanwaar-toch-onze-angst-voor-alles-wat-chemisch-is-zelfs-de-natuur-zelf-is-niet-natuurlijk/ Wynia's Week is er drie keer per week, 52 weken per jaar. https://www.wyniasweek.nl/geef-een-gratis-abonnement-op-wynias-week-cadeau/

Es uno de los mayores escándalos sanitarios europeos: la contaminación por PFAS. Utilizadas durante muchos años para producir sartenes antiadherentes, por ejemplo, estas sustancias contaminan suelos y ríos de numerosos países desde hace décadas. Durante muchos años hemos utilizado sartenes antiadherentes sin sospechar que el PFOA uno de los componentes del Teflón, era tóxico. Esta sustancia, que evita que los alimentos se peguen a las sartenes, fue prohibido en 2020 a nivel internacional debido a los riesgos graves que representa para la salud. El PFOA forma parte de la familia de las 4000 sustancias perfluorolaquiladas y polifluoroalquiladas, (PFAS, por sus siglas en inglés) conocidas también como "contaminantes eternos" por su persistencia en el medioambiente.En 2023, una investigación colaborativa que unió medios de comunicación europeos y ONG reveló la presencia preocupante de PFAS en el suelo o el agua en 23000 sitios en Europa. Y en 2100 zonas, las concentraciones de estas sustancias alcanzan el límite de 100 nanogramos por litro, considerado como peligroso por la salud por los expertos competentes.Tal es el caso en Zwijndrecht, Bélgica, donde la empresa 3M fabricó hasta 2020 ácido perfluorooctanosulfónico (PFOS) y contaminó suelos, ríos y lagos, a sabiendas de que estas sustancias se dispersaban de manera casi irreversible en el medioambiente.En esta región, un estudio independiente reveló que los jóvenes sufren trastornos de pubertad y de su sistema inmunológico. Ante la magnitud del desastre, la empresa 3M pagó 570 millones de euros para remover estas sustancias nocivas del suelo. Casos similares de contaminación por PFAS afectan ya a varias regiones de Europa, lo que ha llevado a los países a intensificar el control sobre la presencia de estas sustancias en el agua.Escuche la versión audio:Las PFAS han sido, durante décadas, sustancias particularmente valoradas en la industria manufacturera: fueron utilizadas como repelentes de agua en textiles, como repelentes de manchas en alfombras y también por sus características antiaceites en utensilios de cocina o ignífugas en productos antiincendios. E incluso en herbicidas y pesticidas.“Por eso están tan esparcidos por el medio ambiente. Hay una gran cantidad de estudios que indican que estos contaminantes se bioacumulan en organismos vivos, por eso son tan preocupantes”, alerta la investigadora española Irene Navarro. Desde el Centro de Investigaciones Energéticas y Medioambientales (CIEMAT), Navarro trabaja en la unidad de contaminantes, encargada de monitorear la cantidad de PFAS en los ríos.Descontaminación imposibleLas obras titánicas que se llevan a cabo en Zwijndrecht donde se limpia el suelo metro cuadrado por metro cuadrado demuestran la dificultad de descontaminar las zonas afectadas por las PFAS, sustancias que pueden ser cancerígenas, pueden alterar la fertilidad, la inmunidad y son perturbadores endocrinos. “Existen varios tratamientos para la limpieza de agua y para la limpieza de lo que son otros compartimentos medioambientales. Pero son estudios a nivel de laboratorio o a nivel de plantas piloto. Es muy complicado ponerlas en marcha en campo. El problema es el coste porque requieren mucha energía”, comenta Irene Navarro en entrevista  con RFI.Las técnicas de absorción con carbón activo o con resinas de intercambio iónico permitan captar las PFAS, pero “generan residuos que hay que tratar con incineración”, agrega.“Hay algunos estudios que indican que PFOS se eliminan mediante incineración utilizando temperaturas de 1100ºC que no alcanzan las incineradoras municipales. Las tecnologías a veces tienen una efectividad muy buena para algunos PFAS, los de cadena larga, por ejemplo, y en cambio los de cadena corta son más difíciles de eliminar. Tienen que evolucionar la tecnología para conseguir esta contaminación real”, concluye Navarro.La carrera sin fin de la industria químicaAnte la multiplicación reciente de estudios que detectaron la presencia de PFAS en los suelos, ríos, fuentes de agua potable y en la sangre de poblaciones que viven cerca de plantas químicas que procesan estas sustancias, las autoridades impusieron progresivamente reglas: desde la prohibición del PFOA en 2020, hasta limites de concentraciones de 20 PFAS preocupantes de 0,10 μg/l en el agua potable en la Unión Europea. Pero la regulación de las PFAS se asemeja a una carrera de prohibición en la que la industria química siempre se lleva la delantera con la creación de nuevas sustancias para esquivar la ley.“Sí, pasa con estos contaminantes y con muchos otros”, confirma la investigadora Irene Navarro. “Estos compuestos se empezaron a utilizar a lo mejor en los años 50 y se han estado utilizando hasta que salta la alarma. Y cuando la comunidad científica comunica su preocupación, las empresas ya están pensando en sustituir estos compuestos por otros. El problema es que se sustituyen a veces por compuestos muy similares. Es y al ser tan similares, pues pueden provocar los mismos efectos que las sustancias iniciales”, indica Navarro.Los grupos de intereses a la ofensiva en BruselasDesde Bruselas, Dolores Romano, responsable de políticas de sustancias químicas en European Environmental Bureau, EEB, principal coalición de ONG ambientalistas europeas, estima que las prohibiciones actuales son muy limitadas frente a los miles sustancias que se usan en la industria.La activista respalda la propuesta de Alemania, Dinamarca, Suecia, Holanda y Noruega para que se prohíban en toda Europa todas las PFAS. “Además, se deberían prohibir de inmediato todo lo que son usos no esenciales de PFAS, o sea, como decoración e inmuebles y. Todos los usos para los que realmente no son críticos para el mantenimiento de la seguridad o de la salud”, dijo a RFI.Pero los intentos por restringir el uso de estos contaminantes eternos se han topado con una ofensiva de los grupos de intereses de la industria química. En abril de 2024, la dirección de la empresa de utensilios de cocina Seb incitó por ejemplo a sus empleados a manifestarse ante la Asamblea Nacional francesa el día del debate de una propuesta de ley para prohibir el uso de PFAS en textiles y cosméticos.“Estamos viendo una influencia y una presión que no se ha visto jamás en Europa, de la cantidad de lobistas, de reuniones, de información falsa que se está de vertiendo sobre sobre las PFAS, sobre su peligrosidad, sobre las alternativas”, observa Dolores Romano.“Estamos frente a una campaña masiva de desinformación por parte de los fabricantes de PFAS en Europa. Es especialmente la filial de Dupont, Chemours, que está liderando la campaña, junto con las asociaciones de empresarios de la química”, subraya la activista.La influencia de los grupos de intereses llevó justamente a un giro espectacular del gobierno alemán. En 2023, el gobierno de Olal Scholz fue uno de los promotores europeos de la prohibición universal de las PFAS antes finalmente de dar marcha atrás.¿Qué decidirá el próximo gobierno? Quién asumirá el costo de la descontaminación de los suelos envenenados por PFAS, estimado en 100 mil millones de euros ? Preguntas que aún quedan pendientes en Europa.Entrevistas:>Irene Navarro, investigadora del Centro de Investigaciones Energéticas y Medioambientales, CIEMAT, España, en la Unidad Contaminantes Orgánicos Persistentes.>Dolores Romano: responsable de políticas de sustancias químicas en European Environmental Bureau, EEB, principal coalición de ONG ambientalistas europeas.

Strafrechtadvocaat Bénédicte Ficq vindt de nachtvluchten op Schiphol een vorm van mishandeling en dus gaat ze namens omwonenden aangifte doen tegen KLM, Transavia, de Staat en de luchthaven. Hoe kansrijk is deze zaak? Daarnaast strijdt de advocaat nog altijd tegen de tabaksindustrie en de grote vervuilende bedrijven Chemours en Tata Steel. Waar haalt Ficq de energie en motivatie vandaan om telkens weer in actie te komen? Gasten in BNR's Big Ten van 2025: -Alexander Klöpping, tech-journalist en AI-kenner -Raymond Mens, Amerika-deskundige en politicoloog -Bénédicte Ficq, strafrechtadvocaat -Adriaan ter Braack (Sjamadriaan), wetenschapsjournalist -Saskia Belleman, rechtbankjournalist van de TelegraafSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Het afgelopen jaar was er veel nieuws over vervuiling, stank en geluidsoverlast van grote bedrijven. Ook bedrijven als Chemours en Schiphol kwamen zo in het nieuws. De Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport (ILT) is verantwoordelijk voor het toezicht voor die bedrijven en wil meer zijn tanden laten zien.  Hoe gaat de ILT dat doen en geldt dat ook voor grote bedrijven als Tata, Chemours en Schiphol? Dat vraagt presentator Hans van der Steeg aan Mattheus Wassenaar, inspecteur-generaal van de Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport.

In this episode, I'm sharing the fourth most listened-to HVAC TV podcast of 2024. My guest on this show is industry expert Don Gillis with Chemours. Don is known as one of the leading authorities in refrigerants and does a great job of giving us the latest and greatest information regarding A2Ls.

De Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport (ILT) krijgt er de komende jaren meer taken bij, maar tegelijkertijd krimpt het budget van de overheidsinstantie. Wat betekent dat voor slagkracht van de toezichthouder. En: Staatssecretaris Chris Jansen eist onmiddellijk actie van bedrijven die werken met PFAS. Alle varianten van de stof vallen vanaf heden onder de categorie ‘zeer zorgwekkende stoffen'. Kunnen de vergunningen van chemiebedrijven zoals Chemours onmiddellijk de prullenbak in? Mattheus Wassenaar, inspecteur-generaal bij de Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport is te gast in BNR Zakendoen.   Macro met Boot   Elke dag een intrigerende gedachtewisseling over de stand van de macro-economie. Op maandag en vrijdag gaat presentator Thomas van Zijl in gesprek met econoom Arnoud Boot, de rest van de week praat Van Zijl met econoom Edin Mujagić.  Ondernemerspanel  Het stroomnet zit zo vol dat huishoudens tot 70 weken kunnen wachten op een aansluiting EN waarom ziet het MKB de kloof met grootbedrijven steeds meer toenemen? Dat en meer bespreken we in het ondernemerspanel met: Eduard Schaepman van Tribes en Dick van der Lecq, directeur DDB Unlimited  Pitches  Twee startups staan weer te springen om te pitchen. De beurt is aan Joelle van der Brand van Agurotech en Silvester van der Bijl van De Loft. Contact & Abonneren  BNR Zakendoen zendt elke werkdag live uit van 11:00 tot 13:30 uur. Je kunt de redactie bereiken via e-mail.   Abonneren op de podcast van BNR Zakendoen kan via bnr.nl/zakendoen, of via Apple Podcast en Spotify. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

De Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport (ILT) krijgt er de komende jaren meer taken bij, maar tegelijkertijd krimpt het budget van de overheidsinstantie. Wat betekent dat voor slagkracht van de toezichthouder. En: Staatssecretaris Chris Jansen eist onmiddellijk actie van bedrijven die werken met PFAS. Alle varianten van de stof vallen vanaf heden onder de categorie ‘zeer zorgwekkende stoffen'. Kunnen de vergunningen van chemiebedrijven zoals Chemours onmiddellijk de prullenbak in? Mattheus Wassenaar, inspecteur-generaal bij de Inspectie Leefomgeving en Transport is te gast in BNR Zakendoen.

In this pivotal episode of "The Engineers HVAC Podcast," join Tony Mormino and Frank Campisino, PE, Senior Mechanical Engineer at Barton Associates, Inc., for a deep dive into the critical HVAC challenges faced in healthcare facilities. This discussion, coordinated by Matt Clark of Engineered Building Systems, features John Ardente, Facilities Operations Manager at Jefferson Health. Together, they explore the practical concerns and safety measures surrounding using A2L refrigerants within Jefferson Health's complex environments. Tune in as these seasoned experts tackle flammability risks, adapt to new refrigerant requirements, and offer invaluable insights for HVAC professionals in the healthcare sector. Credit to Chemours for the A2L refrigerant video shown in this presentation.

NRC Vandaag is met vakantie, maar we zijn niet helemaal weg. Deze week hoor je de zomerselectie: spraakmakende afleveringen van het afgelopen jaar mét update. In augustus onderzochten Mark Lievisse Adriaanse en Lucas Brouwers vervuiling van PFAS in hobby-eieren. Destijds was er nog geen officieel onderzoek naar deze vorm van vervuiling. Inmiddels is dat er wel. Aan het einde van deze aflevering hoor je meer over de resultaten daarvan. Al tientallen jaren worden bewoners rondom de PFAS-fabriek Chemours blootgesteld aan giftige stoffen. Toch doet de overheid weinig met de gezondheidsrisico's die dit mogelijk oplevert. Redacteur Lucas Brouwers ging daarom zélf op onderzoek uit en liet eieren uit de omgeving van de fabriek testen. Welke schade lopen de omwonenden op?Gasten: Lucas Brouwers & Mark Lievisse Adriaanse Presentatie: Egbert KalseRedactie: Mila-Marie Bleeksma, Anna Korterink, Ignace Schoot, Nash Keller & Ilse EshuisMontage: Jan Paul de BondtCoördinatie: Henk Ruigrok van der WervenHeeft u vragen, suggesties of ideeën over onze journalistiek? Mail dan naar onze ombudsman via ombudsman@nrc.nlZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Advocaat Bénédicte Ficq strijdt samen met omwonenden tegen grote bedrijven zoals Tata Steel en Chemours. Maar wanneer zit haar werk erop? Bij een schadevergoeding, het staken van de vervuilende activiteiten of pas bij een gevangenisstraf voor bestuurders? En neemt het nieuwe kabinet de zorgen van omwonenden wel serieus genoeg? Te gast is advocaat Bénédicte Ficq. Gasten in BNR's Big Five van sociale onrust: -Jitske Kramer, antropoloog en auteur van het boek 'Tricky Tijden' - Bénédicte Ficq, advocaat - Janny Knol, korpschef van de Nationale Politie - Prinses Laurentien, medeoprichter van Stichting Gelijkwaardig Herstel - Taco Dibbits, directeur RijksmuseumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also known as 'forever chemicals', PFAS materials can be found in frying pans and rain coats, but also in hydrogen electrolyzers and batteries. After a group of countries proposed a ban on PFAS chemicals in the EU in 2023, legislators are expected to restrict their use. On this episode, correspondent Camilla Naschert hears from scientists Christina Jönsson (Research Institutes of Sweden) and Karsten Pinkwart (Fraunhofer Institut) about how this ban could work and what the energy sector now needs to consider in preparation.  Gerardo Familiar of chemicals giant and PFAS maker Chemours argues that the compounds are crucial for the energy transition and that a blanket ban has to be avoided. Subscribe to Energy Evolution to stay current on the energy transition and its implications. The show is co-hosted by veteran journalists Dan Testa and Taylor Kuykendall.

Also known as 'forever chemicals', PFAS materials can be found in frying pans and rain coats, but also in hydrogen electrolyzers and batteries. After a group of countries proposed a ban on PFAS chemicals in the EU in 2023, legislators are expected to restrict their use. On this episode, correspondent Camilla Naschert hears from scientists Christina Jönsson (Research Institutes of Sweden) and Karsten Pinkwart (Fraunhofer Institut) about how this ban could work and what the energy sector now needs to consider in preparation.  Gerardo Familiar of chemicals giant and PFAS maker Chemours argues that the compounds are crucial for the energy transition and that a blanket ban has to be avoided. Subscribe to Energy Evolution to stay current on the energy transition and its implications. The show is co-hosted by veteran journalists Dan Testa and Taylor Kuykendall.

Interview withJack Lifton, Co-founder of Technology Metals ResearchConstantine Karayannopoulus, CEO of Neo Performance MaterialsMark Chalmers, President & CEO of Energy Fuels Inc.Recording date: 14th June 2024Energy Fuels (NYSE: UUUU) is emerging as a leading U.S. producer of two critical minerals – rare earth elements and uranium. The company's integrated business model positions it to capitalize on the global transition to clean energy, which is driving unprecedented demand for these essential materials.At the heart of Energy Fuels' rare earth strategy is the White Mesa Mill in Utah. This unique facility is the only one in the world capable of processing uranium, vanadium, and rare earths all under one roof. Energy Fuels recently commissioned a commercial-scale rare earth separation circuit at White Mesa, which can produce 2,500 tons of rare earth oxides per year, including the valuable magnet materials neodymium and praseodymium (NdPr).The plant's modular design allows for rapid expansion. Energy Fuels is already planning Phase 2, which will quadruple production capacity to meet growing demand from electric vehicles, wind turbines, and defense applications. By doing so, Energy Fuels aims to produce half of the U.S.'s rare earth needs in the coming years.To feed the White Mesa Mill, Energy Fuels is securing rare earth resources through several deals and acquisitions. The company has agreements with Chemours to process monazite sands, acquired the Bahia project in Brazil, and is in the process of acquiring a stake in Base Resources, a major mineral sands producer. These moves will provide Energy Fuels with decades of low-cost rare earth feedstock.On the uranium front, Energy Fuels is the largest U.S. producer with several operating and standby mines. Uranium prices have surged recently on supply disruption concerns and the push for carbon-free baseload power. Energy Fuels' ability to pivot between rare earth and uranium production provides flexibility and diversification.The U.S. government recognizes the strategic importance of establishing domestic rare earth and uranium supply chains. The Department of Defense has provided funding to jumpstart production, and the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act includes incentives for electric vehicle manufacturing and critical mineral development. Energy Fuels is well-positioned to benefit from these initiatives.From an investment perspective, Energy Fuels offers exposure to two critical and high-growth mineral markets. The company's vertical integration strategy de-risks its business model and allows it to capture margin along the value chain. And with China still dominating global rare earth supply, Energy Fuels provides a secure, domestic alternative for Western buyers.Rare earth and uranium market fundamentals are also improving. Industry experts believe rare earth prices have bottomed and should rise as demand rebounds. For uranium, the supply deficit is expected to widen as utilities rush to contract long-term supply. Energy Fuels is poised to benefit from these favorable macro trends.While Energy Fuels has made significant progress, the market is not yet fully valuing its rare earth potential. This disconnect provides an attractive entry point for investors looking to gain exposure to the global energy transition. As Energy Fuels executes on its plans and expands production, there is considerable room for shareholder value creation.In conclusion, Energy Fuels presents a differentiated opportunity to invest in two critical mineral supply chains – rare earths and uranium. With a proven management team, a growing asset base, and a first-mover advantage, the company is positioning itself to become a leading domestic supplier to the electric vehicle, clean energy, and defense industries. As the U.S. looks to secure critical mineral supply chains, Energy Fuels is in the right place at the right time to create significant value for shareholders.—Learn more: https://cruxinvestor.comSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

(00:00) De strijd tegen PFAS rond Chemours  In een groot gebied rond de fabriek van Chemours in Dordrecht is vervuiling van PFAS aangetroffen. Waar en hoe ernstig de vervuiling is, moet nog voor een deel in kaart gebracht worden. Een deel van het gebied, zoals de moestuinen en een zwemplas in een recreatiegebied moeten gesaneerd worden. En bij ieder bouwproject in de gemeenten komt er weer vervuilde grond bij. De gemeente Dordrecht heeft in afwachting op een bruikbare techniek grond opgeslagen in depot. Hoe saneer je als er nog geen methode is om de PFAS uit bijvoorbeeld vervuilde grond te halen? En wat gaat dat allemaal kosten? (41:20) Export verboden pesticiden ​​Hoewel bepaalde pesticiden hier in de EU verboden zijn voor gebruik, is de handel en export erin volstrekt legaal. De redactie van Argos deed hier de afgelopen maanden onderzoek naar en maakte de televisie-aflevering 'de Gifboomerang'. In deze podcast nemen wij hier vast een klein voorschot op. Want er waren plannen voor een Europees exportverbod, maar hoe is dat afgelopen? Presentator: Chris Kijne Redacteur reportage: Rik Delhaas Redacteur studiogesprek: Nina van Raay

(00:00) De strijd tegen PFAS rond Chemours  In een groot gebied rond de fabriek van Chemours in Dordrecht is vervuiling van PFAS aangetroffen. Waar en hoe ernstig de vervuiling is, moet nog voor een deel in kaart gebracht worden. Een deel van het gebied, zoals de moestuinen en een zwemplas in een recreatiegebied moeten gesaneerd worden. En bij ieder bouwproject in de gemeenten komt er weer vervuilde grond bij. De gemeente Dordrecht heeft in afwachting op een bruikbare techniek grond opgeslagen in depot. Hoe saneer je als er nog geen methode is om de PFAS uit bijvoorbeeld vervuilde grond te halen? En wat gaat dat allemaal kosten? (41:20) Export verboden pesticiden ​​Hoewel bepaalde pesticiden hier in de EU verboden zijn voor gebruik, is de handel en export erin volstrekt legaal. De redactie van Argos deed hier de afgelopen maanden onderzoek naar en maakte de televisie-aflevering 'de Gifboomerang'. In deze podcast nemen wij hier vast een klein voorschot op. Want er waren plannen voor een Europees exportverbod, maar hoe is dat afgelopen? Presentator: Chris Kijne Redacteur reportage: Rik Delhaas Redacteur studiogesprek: Nina van Raay

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of the METUS Tech Show the boys speak with very special guest Don Gillis, Senior Technical Trainer with Chemours,  Don tells us what we need to know about the transition from 410A to A2L refrigerant. Thanks for listening! Please visit www.mitsubishicomfort.comContact us at metustechshow@hvac.mea.com

In de derde aflevering van de PepTalk serie Over Macht praat Pepijn met de geweldige advocaat Bénédicte Ficq. Zij staat namelijk mensen bij die beschuldigd worden van machtsmisbruik en verzet zich tegen de macht in haar activisme en haar zaken tegen de tabaksindustrie, Chemours en Tata. Maar hoe kan iemand mensen verdedigen die vreselijke dingen doen en tegelijkertijd mensen en bedrijven aanklagen die vreselijke dingen doen? En is een dader ook altijd een slachtoffer? En waarom is Bénédicte eigenlijk zo strijdbaar? Allemaal vragen waar je een antwoord op krijgt in dit bere-interessante gesprek.BELANGRIJK: Wil je praten over seksueel grensoverschrijdend gedrag dan kan je contact opnemen met Slachtofferhulp via 0900-0101 of kijk op slachtofferhulp.nl.Wil je adverteren in PepTalk? Mail dan naar peptalk@pepijnschoneveld.nl❤️ PepTalk op Insta

In this insightful episode of the Environmental Transformation Podcast, host Sean Grady engages in a compelling dialogue with Emily Donovan, co-founder of Clean Cape Fear, about their ongoing battle against PFAS pollution in the Cape Fear River watershed. Exploring the intricate journey from petitioning the United Nations to address human rights violations to the complex responses from major corporations like DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva, this episode sheds light on the critical environmental and health issues at stake. Emily discusses the challenges of advocating for clean water, the importance of health studies, the role of international waste shipments, and the legal efforts to hold polluters accountable. With parallels drawn to the 'Dark Waters' documentary, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in environmental advocacy, corporate accountability, and the fight for a healthier planet. Tune in to grasp the gravity of PFAS pollution and the resolute determination of community activists like Emily Donovan fighting on the front lines. Thanks to our sponsors: Zappa-Stewart, Cascade Environmental, and E-Tank. #pfas #drinkingwater #pfasfree #capefear #foreverchemicals

In this live episode, we will answer some of the most common questions concerning the R410A phase-down and replacement with A2L refrigerants R32 and R454B. HVACR industry expert Don Gillis with Chemours is joining us. For more HVAC content, you can visit our YouTube channel here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@HVAC-TV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Engineers HVAC Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/engineers-hvac-podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Insight Partners (Commercial HVAC Products and Controls in NC, SC, GA): Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.insightusa.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hobbs & Associates, Inc. (Commercial HVAC Products and Controls in VA, TN, MD, AL): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.hobbsassociates.com⁠ Email Tony Mormino: tmormino@insightusa.com

This Day in Legal History: Supreme Court Limits Chinese Exclusion Act On March 28, 1898, the United States Supreme Court made a groundbreaking decision in the case of United States v. Wong Kim Ark, fundamentally altering the landscape of immigration and citizenship law in America. The Court ruled that Wong Kim Ark, a child born in the U.S. to Chinese immigrants, was indeed a U.S. citizen by virtue of the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States. This ruling came during a time when anti-Chinese sentiment was high, and the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 was in full force, prohibiting the immigration of Chinese laborers.The case highlighted the tension between immigration policies based on racial exclusions and the constitutional principle of jus soli (right of the soil), which guarantees citizenship to almost all individuals born on U.S. soil. By affirming Wong Kim Ark's citizenship, the Supreme Court set a precedent that citizenship by birthright was not to be abridged based on race, ethnicity, or the national origins of one's parents. This decision was a critical counter to the prevailing policies of the time, which sought to limit the rights and freedoms of Chinese immigrants and their descendants.The ruling also underscored the importance of the 14th Amendment in expanding civil rights, demonstrating its role not just in the context of African American rights post-Civil War, but also in protecting the rights of other minorities. United States v. Wong Kim Ark remains a cornerstone of constitutional jurisprudence, reinforcing the principle that the Constitution protects all individuals born on U.S. soil, regardless of their ancestry. This case is often cited in contemporary discussions on citizenship, immigration, and the rights of individuals under the U.S. Constitution, showcasing its lasting impact on American legal history.On March 27, 2024, a California state judge recommended that John Eastman, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump and his co-defendant in a Georgia criminal case, be disbarred for his attempts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election results. Judge Yvette Roland cited violations of California attorney ethics rules, emphasizing Eastman's deceit in his campaign against Joe Biden's victory, and described his actions as lacking in legal and factual foundation. The California Supreme Court will ultimately decide Eastman's professional fate, with his lawyer defending his actions as based on legal precedents and scholarly research.Eastman, also facing charges in Georgia for efforts to challenge the election outcome, had advocated for then-Vice President Mike Pence to reject electoral votes during the Congressional certification process. Despite these efforts, Pence denied having the constitutional authority to do so. Furthermore, Eastman represented Trump in an unsuccessful Supreme Court challenge to the election results and participated in a rally that preceded the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021.The case against Eastman is part of broader legal and ethics investigations into several attorneys associated with Trump's legal team's 2020 election challenges, including Rudy Giuliani and Jeffrey Clark, both of whom are facing their own set of legal and disciplinary challenges. These cases underscore the ongoing legal repercussions for individuals involved in disputing the 2020 election results.Ex-Trump lawyer Eastman should be disbarred, California judge rules | ReutersLaw firm lateral hiring experienced a significant decline last year, falling 35% across all lawyer ranks, with associate hires dropping by 43% and partner moves by 10%, as reported by the National Association for Law Placement (NALP). This downturn, marking the second consecutive year of reduced law firm recruitment, reflects a deceleration in demand from corporate clients, leading to layoffs and decreased recruiting targets among major law firms. The pandemic-era surge in demand has tapered off, prompting firms to reassess their hiring strategies, especially in building associate ranks. Legal recruiters attribute much of the hiring decline to a slowdown in corporate practices, despite a slight increase in litigation roles.The industry's response to reduced workloads has been cautious, influenced by previous cycles of rapid hiring followed by stagnation. Although partner hiring was less affected due to their ability to bring portable business, associate hiring aligns more closely with overall demand fluctuations. Recent months have seen a modest uptick in hiring activity, particularly in finance-related roles, suggesting firms are preparing for a gradual increase in lateral hiring. However, firms have also scaled back on the sizes of their summer classes, indicating a conservative outlook for the coming years. This cautious approach is driven by the anticipation of a continued lull in demand, with expectations of further layoffs and quick decisions on terminations for any performance issues.Law Firm Hiring Plummets 35% Amid Layoffs, Slow Demand (2)Chemours Co., a Delaware-based chemical company that was spun-off DuPont in 2015, is currently under investigation by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) due to concerns regarding its accounting practices. This probe was initiated after Chemours took the drastic step of placing its CEO, chief financial officer, and controller on leave following an internal review into the company's financial reporting and management practices. The internal investigation, triggered by an anonymous tip to the company's ethics hotline, specifically examined how the company managed its working capital and the potential impact on incentive plans, as well as certain practices not aligning with US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).In early March, Chemours disclosed findings that indicated senior executives had manipulated the company's free cash flow figures in the fourth quarter of 2023. This manipulation involved delaying payments to vendors and accelerating the collection of receivables, actions that artificially enhanced the metrics used to calculate their bonuses. This serious revelation came as part of an ongoing effort by Chemours to address and rectify the identified accounting issues, with the company openly cooperating with the SEC and the DOJ's requests for information related to the Audit Committee's Internal Review and subsequent SEC filings. The situation marks a significant corporate governance and accountability challenge for Chemours, spotlighting the importance of ethical financial management practices.Chemours Faces DOJ, SEC Accounting Probe Amid Shakeup at Top (1)Following the collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge due to a collision with the container ship Dali, the ship's owner, operator, and charterer are anticipated to face lawsuits for the resulting deaths and injuries. However, legal experts point out that U.S. maritime law may significantly limit the liability of the involved companies, including Grace Ocean Pte Ltd, Synergy Marine Group, and Maersk. U.S. legal principles, stemming from a 1927 Supreme Court ruling, generally preclude recovery of purely economic damages from maritime incidents, meaning the city of Baltimore and affected businesses cannot recover losses related to the port closure or bridge damage through litigation against the ship's owners and operators.Claims are likely to focus on personal injuries, deaths, and physical damage or loss, with potential lawsuits expected to be filed in federal court. Victims might seek to "arrest" the ship to keep it within jurisdiction during litigation. Economic losses might instead be covered by insurance, with analysts predicting claims could reach up to $4 billion, potentially setting a record for shipping insurance losses.The tragedy's limited human toll, attributed to the halting of traffic before the collapse, contrasts with the significant legal and financial aftermath. Maritime law allows for suing the ship itself and limits owner liability to the ship's value unless proven at fault, raising questions about the Dali's condition and previous inspections. Unlike state laws, maritime law does not cap non-economic damages in wrongful death cases, offering a unique legal pathway for the victims' families.Lawsuits over Baltimore bridge collapse likely, though limited, lawyers say | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

With the 2025 regulatory changes around the corner, Joe and Dave dive into the shift to A2L refrigerants and the implications for HVAC contractors and technicians.  Joined by experts Don Gillis and Chris Pyles from The Chemours Company, and Doug Smiley, Technical Training Manager at Lennox, the team discusses new nomenclature, the reasons behind the regulations, and how to talk with homeowners about the transition. Tune in as they explore how manufacturers are approaching the transition and what it means for technicians in the field. For more information about what you heard on this episode:Lennox Reclaim Program2025 Refrigerant TransitionOn Air is a Lennox Learning Solutions Production.

There is a lot of information and also disinformation being talked about in the HVACR industry regarding the new refrigerant transition. Don Gillis from Chemours cuts through it all and gives us some straight talk on the new A2L refrigerants. Listen to this podcast to get set for the change.

Dodge Announced the new EV Charger and they're missing the mark. NASCAR proves that they've lost the meaning of racing, and in the second half of the show, Natalie Dixon from Chemours joins me to talk about big changes coming to the A/C in your car. That and YOUR car sounds on this edition of the show!Listen on the Radio in Colorado!AM1460 & FM 101.1 The Answer - Saturdays at 9am, Sundays at 6pmAM 1400 KRLN - Saturdays at 9am91.7 KLZR - Saturdays at 10:30amNow On Video!Rumble.com/automotiveadhdhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUkSzh2ny2Idb4S3lC0qeYAhttps://www.tiktok.com/@automotiveadhdpodcastSupport the Show!thespeedcouncil.orgSend in Your Car Sounds!facebook.com/automotiveadhd --#evs #electriccar #tesla #model3 #models #cybertruck #rivian #politics #v8 #dodge #charger #listenable #podcast #radioshow #carenthusiast #carslover #turbo #supercharger #racing #drifting #boostedcars #cars #carswithoutlimits #automotive #racing #automotiveadhd #motorsports #jdm #americancars #musclecar #hotrod #radio #radioshow #podcasts #carculture #car

Episode 309: The heavy-duty industry is evolving, and mandates are steering the industry towards more environmentally friendly solutions. In the first part of our episode, Jamie Irvine talks about mandates for reduced NOx emissions and the phasing out of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and the plan to replace them with electric vehicles (EVs). But do EVs have what it takes for those long hauls?The trucking industry is also moving away from old-school refrigerants. We interviewed Christina Spalding from Chemours and got an update on how their latest products meet the future mandates for refrigerants in the trucking industry, even though those mandates keep getting pushed farther into the future.Show Notes: Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com for complete show notes of this episode and to subscribe to all our content.Sponsors of this EpisodeFinditParts: Are you looking to purchase heavy-duty parts and get your commercial vehicle repaired? Get access to the largest source of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in the United States and Canada. Buy your parts from FinditParts.comHengst Filtration: There's a new premium filter option for fleets. If you're responsible for a fleet, you won't believe how much using Hengst filters will save you. But you've got to go to HeavyDutyPartsReport.com/Hengst to find out how much.HDA Truck Pride: They're the heart of the independent parts and service channel. They have 750 parts stores and 450 service centers conveniently located across the US and Canada. Visit HeavyDutyPartsReport.com/HDATruckPride today to find a location near you.Disclaimer: This content and description may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, The Heavy Duty Parts Report may receive a commission  Sign up for our weekly email so you never miss out on an episode: Follow the Show

At the end of February, chemical company and the maker of Teflon, Chemours, made headlines when the company's board of directors placed its CEO, CFO and controller and principal accounting officer on administrative leave. As part of the announcement, Chemours added that its audit committee would oversee an internal review of the company's financial reporting following an anonymous report to the company's ethics hotline.Download and listen to the audio version below and click here to subscribe to the Today in Manufacturing podcast.

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Elke zaterdag dumpen Joop Keesmaat (71) en Kees van der Hel (69) emmertjes vervuilde grond voor de ingang van de Chemours-fabriek in Dordrecht. Hun boodschap: als gewone burgers niet ongestraft mogen vervuilen, waarom een fabriek dan wel? Lees hier het artikel: https://decorrespondent.nl/14997/deze-milieu-activisten-zijn-niet-tegen-de-chemische-industrie-maar-wie-troep-maakt-moet-dat-wel-zelf-opruimen Wil je vrijblijvend kennismaken met ons journalistieke platform? Schrijf je in voor de proefmail en ontvang gratis een selectie van onze beste verhalen in je inbox: decorrespondent.nl/proefmail ****** Voor de beste en meest privacyvriendelijke luisterervaring kun je terecht in de Correspondent-app. Ontdek 500+ shows en verhalen en ga in gesprek met je favoriete correspondenten. Download de app snel in de app-store! Geen lid? Maak ook onafhankelijke journalistiek mogelijk en krijg toegang tot de app: corr.es/wordlid. ****** Productie: Tom Ruijg Voor vragen, opmerkingen of suggesties mail naar post@decorrespondent.nl

Don Gillis and Dr. Chuck Allgood from Chemours join the show to discuss their new easy as "1,2,3" branding around the A2L refrigerants R454A, R454B, and R454C. They explain that A2Ls are not actually flammable like hydrocarbons; they are just mildly combustible with much lower burning velocity and energy than propane or butane. The key is that A2L refrigerants can only be used in equipment specifically designed and tested for them. They outline several equipment changes, like the inclusion of sensors that detect leaks and mitigate risks by shutting down systems. Service ports will be red to denote flammability. Refrigerant cylinders will move away from colors and instead use red bands/markings to signal A2L, along with left-handed threads and updated pressure relief valves. Best practices like nitrogen purging, confined space protocols, and leak repairs will become outright requirements. Tools like recovery machines and leak detectors will need A2L ratings, but most from the past 2 years likely already have them. In closing, the guests emphasize that A2Ls contain no propane or hydrocarbons and cannot be retrofitted into existing A1 equipment. Contractors should get trained, adopt the solutions coming, and not fear progress. But they should spread the word that A2Ls are not simply being dropped into old equipment. Topics Covered: Differences between A2Ls and flammable refrigerants Required safety features in A2L equipment Changes to refrigerant cylinders Updating tools and practices for A2Ls Retrofitting existing systems with A2Ls (not allowed) Spreading proper understanding about A2Ls   Learn more about the 5th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/Symposium24. If you have an iPhone, subscribe to the podcast HERE, and if you have an Android phone, subscribe HERE.” Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@HVACS.  Check out our handy calculators HERE or on the HVAC School Mobile App (Google Play Store or App Store).

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In this episode, Jay Schickling, senior principal consultant at Chemours, sits down with co-hosts Heather Allain and Marc Cook to discuss refractory ceramics. The three chat about refractory linings details for process heaters, including: bricks, monolithic linings, ceramic fiber, thermal expansion, dryout, anchoring systems, inspection techniques, acceptance criteria for defects, and repair techniques.   Show notes For more information about MTI's Global Solutions Symposium, visit https://www.mti-global.org/mtisymposium/home   Additional MTI resources: On-demand ceramics trainings: https://www.mti-global.org/participate/education   Corrosion Chronicles is hosted by Heather Allain and Marc Cook. Heather Allain is the Executive Director of Materials Technology Institute (MTI). She has been with the organization for 16 years and previously held an Associate Director position facilitating MTI's Project work. Before MTI, she worked as a Materials Engineer at DuPont for 15 years, and has a BS in Materials Engineering from Rice University. Marc Cook has a BS in Chemical Engineering from Purdue University and an MS in Material Engineering from NC State. He has worked for Dow for 26 years and at a contracting company in Cincinnati for 3 years. His current role at Dow is leading the Technical Services Team for Ceramics and Refractory at Dow and providing materials engineering support to Dow's Freeport, Texas site. Disclaimer: Marc Cook is an employee of Dow but is speaking purely in a personal capacity and is not talking about or recommending Dow products.   Corrosion Chronicles is produced by Association Briefings.

This Day in Legal History: Pledge of AllegianceOn December 28, 1945, a significant moment in American educational and legal history occurred when Congress officially recognized the Pledge of Allegiance, urging its recitation in schools nationwide. The Pledge, originally composed in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, a Baptist minister, was intended to mark the 400th anniversary of Columbus Day. It underwent a critical change in 1954 when Congress added the words "under God," reflecting the era's heightened religious sentiment during the Cold War. This inclusion of "under God" in the Pledge later sparked legal challenges, notably involving Michael Newdow, who contested his daughter's school district's policy of daily Pledge recitation. Newdow argued that this practice infringed upon the separation of church and state. His case eventually reached the United States Supreme Court, which, in a pivotal decision, ruled that Newdow lacked standing, thereby not addressing the constitutional issue he raised.The legal journey of the Pledge of Allegiance illustrates the dynamic relationship between national identity, religion, and education in the United States. Over the years, the Pledge has been both a symbol of unity and a point of contention, reflecting the nation's evolving perspectives on patriotism and religious expression. The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life, among other institutions, has provided extensive resources and insights into the ongoing debates surrounding the Pledge.The recognition of the Pledge by Congress in 1945 marked a formal endorsement of a practice that had already taken root in many schools. It solidified the Pledge's role in American culture, embedding it into the daily lives of millions of students. This action by Congress highlighted the importance of patriotic rituals in fostering a sense of national unity, especially in the aftermath of World War II.Today, the Pledge remains a staple in many educational institutions, symbolizing allegiance to the nation while also serving as a reminder of the ongoing discussions about the role of religion in public life and the meaning of patriotism in a diverse society.Apple Inc. is engaged in a complex legal and technical battle following a U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruling that some of its Apple Watch models infringed patents held by Masimo Corp., a medical-device maker. The ban initially led to a halt in U.S. sales of the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, but Apple won a temporary reprieve from a federal appeals court, allowing the sales of these models to resume.Apple's multifaceted strategy to counter the ban includes appealing the ITC decision, developing software modifications to avoid patent infringement, and submitting these changes to U.S. customs for approval. The company hopes this approach will enable it to continue selling non-infringing versions of the devices. The Federal Circuit has given the ITC until January 10 to respond to Apple's request for a stay of the ban for the duration of the appeal process.Despite the current pause in enforcement of the ITC's decision, the import ban stands. The outcome of the upcoming Customs tribunal will be crucial, as a favorable decision would reinforce the ITC's original ruling and could impact the ongoing appeal. Apple's legal efforts are accompanied by attempts to find technical workarounds, such as software updates that might modify or disable the contested pulse-oximetry feature.This situation is unusual, as large companies like Apple typically settle such disputes rather than endure prolonged legal battles and sales disruptions. The company's assertive approach may indicate a strategic decision to demonstrate its unwillingness to settle in patent disputes. Apple is also pursuing legal action against Masimo in Delaware district court, alleging infringement by Masimo's W1 watch.The appeals court's pause is expected to last around three weeks, coinciding with Customs' decision on the redesigned products. If Apple does not receive a favorable ruling from Customs, it has the option to appeal to the US Court of International Trade and potentially further to the Federal Circuit. This protracted legal battle illustrates the intricate interplay between patent law, technological innovation, and corporate strategy.Apple's ‘Unusual' Watch Fight Continues After Pause on BanIn 2023, New York's legal scene, often a trendsetter for the U.S. legal industry, experienced significant changes and challenges, raising questions for the year ahead. Two of New York's oldest law firms, Stroock & Stroock & Lavan and Shearman & Sterling, faced major transitions. Stroock is dissolving, while Shearman plans a merger with Allen & Overy, indicating a shift in the legal landscape.These developments reflect broader industry headwinds such as intense competition for talent, inconsistent client demand, and a slowdown in the global mergers-and-acquisitions market. Consolidation became a notable trend, with numerous law firm mergers throughout 2023, including high-profile combinations like Maynard Cooper & Gale with Nexsen Pruet, and Holland & Knight with Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis. A total of 41 law firm combinations were completed in the first three quarters of 2023, compared to 37 in the same period in 2022.In response to a slower growth environment and cost pressures, small and regional law firms are expected to pursue more mergers and acquisitions in 2024. Meanwhile, the end of 2023 saw major law firms, starting with New York's Milbank, raising associate salaries, with first-year associates now starting at $225,000. These salary hikes have raised concerns about whether less profitable firms can keep pace.Another significant shift is occurring in the structure of law firm partnerships. The traditional single-tier partnership model, where all partners share ownership, is dwindling. Firms like Cravath and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison are reportedly adding or considering salaried partner tiers. However, some firms, like Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, are holding onto the single-tier partnership model for now.These changes mark a transformative period for New York's legal firms, reshaping how they operate, compete, and adapt in a rapidly evolving industry.New York legal scene faces tests after tumultuous 2023 | ReutersIn 2023, lawsuits against major chemical companies for polluting U.S. drinking water with PFAS, or "forever chemicals," resulted in over $11 billion in settlements. These chemicals, used in numerous consumer and commercial products, are known for their persistence in the environment and human body. With new federal regulations and growing awareness, 2024 is expected to see an increase in litigation and settlements related to PFAS contamination.Companies like 3M, Chemours, Corteva, and DuPont de Nemours have faced thousands of lawsuits, many consolidated in multidistrict litigation (MDL) in South Carolina. These include claims by water utilities for cleanup costs and personal injury claims linked to health issues caused by PFAS exposure. A significant settlement was reached in June, with 3M and water utilities agreeing to a $10.3 billion settlement, followed by another involving DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva for $1.19 billion.U.S. District Judge Richard Gergel, overseeing the MDL, has warned that these lawsuits could pose an existential threat to companies facing PFAS claims. The litigation's potential liabilities could lead defendants to settle to avoid large verdicts or seek bankruptcy protection, as seen in the case of Carrier Global subsidiary Kidde-Fenwal Inc in May.In 2024, legal experts anticipate more PFAS-related lawsuits, including those against consumer brands and more personal injury claims. At least one trial is scheduled in August in the MDL, focusing on firefighting foam manufacturers. Additionally, the process for selecting bellwether trials for personal injury cases is underway, with trials expected for various PFAS-related health issues.Outside of South Carolina, other trials are anticipated, including one involving North Carolina residents and another by Maine homeowners against a local paper mill. More settlements between chemical firms and state attorneys general are also expected, following the trend set by New Jersey and Ohio in 2023.The number of consumer class action lawsuits against companies producing PFAS-containing products like clothing, dental floss, and food wrappers is also on the rise. With the EPA moving forward with regulations that could set enforceable limits for PFAS in drinking water and potentially designate some as hazardous under the U.S. Superfund law, a surge in litigation is likely to continue into 2024 and beyond.‘Forever chemicals' were everywhere in 2023. Expect more litigation in 2024 | ReutersThe U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against Grand Canyon University for engaging in deceptive advertising, illegal telemarketing practices, and misrepresenting itself as a nonprofit organization. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, targets Grand Canyon Education Inc (GCE), its CEO, and the university.The FTC's complaint alleges that the university misled prospective doctoral students regarding the cost and course requirements of its doctoral programs. It also accuses the university of deceptive and abusive telemarketing practices. The FTC contends that despite claims of being a nonprofit, Grand Canyon University operates for the profit of GCE and its stockholders, with GCE receiving 60% of the university's revenue.The Arizona-based university has denied these allegations, calling them unsubstantiated, and expressed confusion over the federal government's decision to target a Christian university positively addressing issues in higher education.This lawsuit follows a significant $37.7 million fine imposed on the university by the U.S. Education Department for misrepresenting the costs of its doctoral programs. According to the Education Department, fewer than 2% of the school's doctoral program graduates completed their program within the advertised cost, and almost 78% of these students took five or more continuation courses. The university has stated its intention to refute the allegations vigorously.US FTC sues Grand Canyon University for deceptive advertising, illegal telemarketing | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

What are the barriers to cheap green hydrogen?As COP28 debates the future of fossil fuels, many people think low-carbon hydrogen could replace them for some uses. But, hydrogen has plenty of problems of its own: water use, public resistance to building infrastructure and above all, its cost. Ed Crooks talks to three leaders from politics and business, who are trying to find ways to cure these headaches. Michelle Lujan-Grisham, Governor of New Mexico has launched an initiative to provide a strategic water supply for the industry. Mark Newman is CEO of Chemours, a company that produces a crucial technology for the electrolyzers that can split water into hydrogen and oxygen. John Hartley is CEO of Levidian, a UK-based company that can use methane to make both hydrogen, and graphene – a valuable carbon product.They've all been at COP28, talking about how their solutions could help the world get off fossil fuels.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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On this day, November 24, in legal history, a pivotal event unfolded in Czechoslovakia, marking a significant turning point in the country's journey towards democracy. In 1989, the leaders of the Communist Party of Czechoslovakia, under mounting pressure and facing an undeniable surge for change, resigned from their positions. This resignation was a direct response to the widespread protests and political movements demanding democratic reforms, a wave that had been sweeping across Eastern Europe following the decline of Soviet influence in the region.Central to this movement in Czechoslovakia was Vaclav Havel, a distinguished playwright and political dissident, who emerged as a leading figure in the opposition. Havel, who had long been an outspoken critic of the Communist regime, played a crucial role in the Velvet Revolution, a peaceful series of protests that ultimately led to the end of 41 years of Communist rule in Czechoslovakia. His actions, characterized by non-violent resistance and powerful advocacy for human rights, not only symbolized the yearning for freedom and democracy but also inspired a nation to strive for these ideals.The resignation of the Communist Party leaders on this day was a landmark victory for the Velvet Revolution and paved the way for significant legal and political changes in Czechoslovakia. This event marked the beginning of a transition from a one-party system to a parliamentary democracy, a transition that culminated in the election of Vaclav Havel as the first democratically elected President of Czechoslovakia in December 1989. His presidency represented not only a new era for Czechoslovakia but also symbolized the triumph of democratic principles over authoritarian rule in the post-Cold War era.The United Nations Special Rapporteur on toxics and human rights, Marcos A. Orellana, has initiated an investigation into three companies historically linked to DuPont, along with the governments of the Netherlands and the United States. This probe concerns the human rights and environmental impacts stemming from the release of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from a Fayetteville, North Carolina plant. In letters sent to these entities, Orellana expressed deep concern over the apparent disregard for human rights and environmental protections demonstrated by DuPont de Nemours Inc., the Chemours Co. LLC, and Corteva Agriscience LLC in their handling of PFAS, known for their potential harmful effects.Chemours responded with details of their efforts to control PFAS release at their Fayetteville Works factory, including significant pollution control measures and water treatment systems, which have cost over $200 million. They also highlighted a barrier wall to prevent chemical migration to local waters and provided data showing decreasing PFAS levels in the adjacent Cape Fear River. Corteva, on the other hand, clarified that it is an independent agricultural company and has neither produced nor sold the PFAS in question, though it inherited some liabilities related to PFAS under a 2021 settlement.The Netherlands detailed its compliance with international law in its dealings with Chemours, including requesting U.S. EPA permission for PFAS waste export from a Dutch Chemours plant to the North Carolina facility, a move highlighted by Orellana as potentially exacerbating the problem.Orellana criticized the U.S. for inadequate health and environmental protections, alleging that American regulatory failures have deprived North Carolina communities of essential information to prevent harm and seek reparation. He pointed out that legal actions against the companies have been insufficient, with enforcement and remediation measures falling short. This, according to Orellana, undermines the community members' rights to information and effective remedies. As of the report, responses from the U.S. government and DuPont were not immediately available on the UN's website.You will remember we reported on 3M's $10.3 billion PFAS settlement back in September, it appears likely as more is learned about PFAS that more litigation and ultimately more settlements will be in the offing. UN Probes DuPont, Chemours Over Human Rights Harms From PFASA $25 million settlement between Apple Inc. and the Department of Justice (DOJ) over allegations of hiring bias against U.S. citizens has underscored a broader dilemma in Big Tech regarding compliance with immigration laws. The case highlights a disconnect between the Department of Labor (DOL) and the DOJ in enforcing these laws, particularly in the context of sponsoring foreign workers for lawful permanent residency. Apple's case is the second major enforcement action against a U.S. employer for biases in sponsoring foreign workers, following a similar case with Facebook in 2021.Under the PERM (Permanent Labor Certification) program, companies sponsoring foreign workers must meet additional DOL recruiting requirements, which some attorneys find outdated, such as advertising in Sunday print newspapers. Despite adherence to DOL regulations, companies like Apple find themselves scrutinized by the DOJ for potential recruitment failures. The DOJ alleged that Apple took measures to depress applications from U.S. workers, including requiring paper applications and not advertising PERM positions on its external website.Large tech firms are particularly vulnerable to such scrutiny due to their heavy use of the PERM process and the H-1B visa program. For many foreign workers employed in the U.S. on temporary visas, progress toward permanent residency is crucial for renewing their temporary status, especially given the long wait times for green cards. The DOJ's position is that employers are not permitted to deter job applications based on citizenship or immigration status. However, this has raised concerns among immigration attorneys who argue that complying with the letter of DOL laws might still invite DOJ enforcement actions, creating a challenging environment for employers to navigate.The Apple case, following the Facebook settlement, signifies a growing enforcement trend by the DOJ and raises questions about the consistency and clarity of regulations governing the sponsorship of foreign workers for permanent residency. It also suggests the need for federal agencies to harmonize their approaches and update recruitment mandates to reflect modern hiring practices.Apple's Hiring Bias Case Reveals Big Tech Foreign Worker DilemmaThe Biden administration has defended the race-conscious admissions policy of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in a recent legal challenge. In a brief filed by the U.S. Department of Justice, the administration argued that the academy's affirmative action policies are crucial for ensuring a diverse and effective military force, which is integral to national security. This stance comes despite the U.S. Supreme Court's June ruling that struck down similar race-conscious admissions policies used by civilian colleges.The lawsuit, filed by Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA), a group founded by affirmative action opponent Edward Blum, alleges that West Point's practices discriminate against white applicants, violating the equal protection principle of the U.S. Constitution's Fifth Amendment. However, the Justice Department contends that SFFA lacks legal standing to sue and points out critical differences between civilian universities and military academies in their use of race in admissions.The administration emphasizes that diversity in the Army officer corps, fostered in part by West Point's admissions practices, results in a more effective, lethal, and legitimate force in the eyes of the nation and the world. The lawsuit seeks to end an exemption that allows military academies to consider race as a factor in admissions, an issue the Supreme Court did not address in its recent ruling.The Justice Department's brief highlights the racial disparities in the Army, noting that while Black and Hispanic people make up a significant portion of active duty enlisted personnel, they are underrepresented in officer positions. In contrast, white individuals constitute a larger percentage of officers compared to their representation in the enlisted corps. The case, which will have arguments heard on December 21, raises crucial questions about the role of race in military academy admissions and its impact on the composition and effectiveness of the U.S. military.Biden administration defends West Point's race-conscious admissions policy | ReutersThe 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is proposing a rule requiring lawyers to certify their use of artificial intelligence (AI) in drafting legal briefs. This proposed rule, a first among the nation's 13 federal appeals courts, aims to regulate the use of generative AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT. Lawyers would need to confirm that any AI-generated text in court filings has been reviewed for accuracy, particularly citations and legal analysis. Failure to comply could result in filings being stricken and potential sanctions.This move comes as the legal community increasingly grapples with the implications of AI in the courtroom. The need for such a rule was highlighted by an incident in June, where two New York lawyers faced sanctions for submitting a brief with fictitious case citations generated by ChatGPT. The 5th Circuit's initiative follows similar actions by district courts in its jurisdiction, including the Eastern District of Texas, which recently announced a rule requiring lawyers to verify any computer-generated content.These measures reflect a growing awareness of the potential inaccuracies in AI-generated legal content and the importance of ensuring that AI tools do not replace the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required in legal practice. The 5th Circuit is currently seeking public comment on this proposal until January 4.US appeals court proposes lawyers certify review of AI use in filings | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Xi Jinping (70) is voor het eerst in jaren weer eens in de VS, om te praten met Joe Biden (80). De wereldleiders werken aan hun probleemrelatie. Een ruzie die ook beleggers aan gaat, vooral die van ASML. Maar zijn de twee écht bereid om de chipoorlog bij te leggen?  Ook gaat het over het asbest van de 21e eeuw, zoals Pfas wordt genoemd. Beleggers roepen chemiebedrijven als Chemours en DuPont op om te stoppen met het produceren ervan. Een serieuze groep beleggers: samen beheren ze zo'n 10.000 miljard dollar aan vermogen. Ook komt vriend van de show Warren Buffett voorbij en je hoort waarom Halloween de grote keten Target aan een giga-koerssprong helpt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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[Due to illness, we are unlocking this classic episode — which has only become more relevant as the news coverage and regulatory response to PFAS forever chemicals has only increased since our recording.] We take a deeper look at the political ecology of the “forever chemicals” that are integral to the existing microchip manufacturing process, the very serious damage they are wreaking on human health and the environment, the industrial interests that are aggressively pushing back against any attempt to regulate these chemicals, and the CEO of Chemours who has come forth as an ardent defender of the polymers in our blood. Stuff we reference ••• The crackdown on risky chemicals that could derail the chip industry https://www.ft.com/content/76979768-59c0-436f-b731-40ba329a7544 ••• EU ban on forever chemicals would hit bloc's green transition, warns top industry boss https://www.ft.com/content/197ca0c8-0a4d-4794-bc46-796139821f3d ••• The dystopian lake filled by the world's tech lust https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150402-the-worst-place-on-earth ••• Mark E. Newman https://www.chemours.com/en/about-chemours/leadership/mark-e-newman-leadership-bio Subscribe to hear more analysis and commentary in our premium episodes every week! https://www.patreon.com/thismachinekills Hosted by Jathan Sadowski (www.twitter.com/jathansadowski) and Edward Ongweso Jr. (www.twitter.com/bigblackjacobin). Production / Music by Jereme Brown (www.twitter.com/braunestahl)

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been in the news a lot lately, and are a growing concern of water quality around the United States. In this podcast episode, Dr. Larry Cahoon, a professor at UNC Wilmington, speaks about the state of PFAs in the drinking water both locally as well as globally and discusses some of the successes he and the Cape Fear River Watch have seen after litigations with the Chemours facility near Fayetteville, which is responsible for releasing the PFA compounds into the Cape Fear River.

We take a deeper look at the political ecology of the “forever chemicals” that are integral to the existing microchip manufacturing process, the very serious damage they are wreaking on human health and the environment, the industrial interests that are aggressively pushing back against any attempt to regulate these chemicals, and the CEO of Chemours who has come forth as an ardent defender of the polymers in our blood. Stuff we reference ••• The crackdown on risky chemicals that could derail the chip industry https://www.ft.com/content/76979768-59c0-436f-b731-40ba329a7544 ••• EU ban on forever chemicals would hit bloc's green transition, warns top industry boss https://www.ft.com/content/197ca0c8-0a4d-4794-bc46-796139821f3d ••• The dystopian lake filled by the world's tech lust https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150402-the-worst-place-on-earth ••• Mark E. Newman https://www.chemours.com/en/about-chemours/leadership/mark-e-newman-leadership-bio Subscribe to hear more analysis and commentary in our premium episodes every week! https://www.patreon.com/thismachinekills Hosted by Jathan Sadowski (www.twitter.com/jathansadowski) and Edward Ongweso Jr. (www.twitter.com/bigblackjacobin). Production / Music by Jereme Brown (www.twitter.com/braunestahl)

In this podcast from AHR 2023, Brandon Marshall from Chemours and Chris Forth from JCI talk about the future of refrigerants and Opteon XL41 (R-454B). Refrigerant regulations are changing to pave the way for lower-GWP refrigerants, but M1 is also in full swing. M1 refers to the U.S. Department of Energy's implementation of the new efficiency standards for A/C units and heat pumps (SEER2, EER2, etc.). These standards changed the equipment testing procedure to match field conditions more closely. Opteon is the next-generation portfolio of low-GWP refrigerants for Chemours as a successor to the legacy refrigerants in the Freon product line. These refrigerants are a response to the HFC phasedown outlined in the AIM Act. JCI chose to use Opteon XL41, an HFO, for its equipment due to Opteon XL41's low GWP compared to R-32 and because of the similar operating pressures and temperatures to R-410A. A2Ls are a permanent change in the industry, and their safety considerations and best practices are here to stay. However, even though A2Ls are more flammable than A1 refrigerants, they are nowhere near as flammable as A3 refrigerants. Just about any refrigerant can propagate flame under the right conditions (including A1s), so A2Ls are only a little bit more flammable than those. Brandon, Chris, and Bryan also discuss: Brandon and Chris's industry experience The transition from CFCs to HCFCs to HFCs Refrigerant reclamation Upcoming GWP limits  Hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) A2L refrigerant product testing Staying up to date on A2L training resources Some of the prominent flammable refrigerant trainers Smuggled and counterfeit refrigerants   Learn more about the 4th Annual HVACR Training Symposium or buy a virtual ticket today at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium.  If you have an iPhone, subscribe to the podcast HERE, and if you have an Android phone, subscribe HERE. Check out our handy calculators HERE.

Dr. Chuck Allgood from Chemours returns to the podcast to do some refrigerant myth-busting. Many people don't understand why high-GWP HFCs can impact the atmosphere if the refrigerant is heavier than air. High-GWP HFCs exist for a long time, and they last long enough for natural mixing and the wind to distribute their molecules throughout the atmosphere. HFOs, by comparison, are more reactive in the atmosphere and have relatively short lifespans, meaning they have less of an effect on the environment. Even though refrigerants with lower GWPs are entering the market, it's always been our job to keep refrigerants inside the system where they can't harm the environment. However, when leaks occur, these lower-GWP refrigerants break down quickly outside the system but not inside it. Contractors and manufacturers should still work together to reduce leak rates as much as possible, even as we keep innovating. Another common myth is around “natural refrigerants,” which are common in some forms of refrigeration, but “natural refrigerants” may be a misleading term; although you find them in nature, they undergo heavy manufacturing and processing before being used in HVAC/R systems. Even “non-toxic” and “non-flammable” labels for A1 refrigerants may be misleading, as they don't capture the full picture of their risks. There are also some myths around oil miscibility; oil still needs the help of refrigerant velocity and volume to move it through a system. POE and PVE oil are great in terms of miscibility and also get entrained in the refrigerant to ensure good oil return to the compressor. Dr. Chuck and Bryan also discuss: Dr. Chuck's recent work and research “Heat rises” and buoyancy Pseudoscience HFO stability and reactivity Trifluoroacetate (TFA), toxicity, “forever chemicals” Education and change in the industry “Future-proof” vs. innovation Phosgene   Learn more about Chemours and their A2L training at opteon.com. You can also check out the Chemours/Opteon YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@OpteonProducts/videos.  If you have an iPhone, subscribe to the podcast HERE, and if you have an Android phone, subscribe HERE. Check out our handy calculators HERE.

The Dow and S&P faced losses today, while the Nasdaq rose by 52 points, and Jim Cramer is breaking down what the split in this market means for investors. Then, Chemours CEO Mark Newman sits down with Cramer to review the company's quarter and introduce the chemical company to Cramerica. Next, after announcing a change in leadership today, XPO Logistics outgoing CEO Brad Jacobs and incoming CEO Mario Harik join Cramer to dig deeper into the c-suite change. Plus, Federal Realty Trust CEO Don Woods.