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The newest IGS News is available. Volume 27, No 1 from the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) is content loaded, with correspondant reports from around the world, event reviews, news regarding the 10th International Conference on Geosynthetics (10 ICG, Berlin, 2014), award winners, sustainability, and much more. Read the latest in PDF today.

Geomembrane and fabrication specialist firm BTL has issued its annual letter regarding holiday closure dates. The company and its staff will close for a holiday mid-day on December 23 and will reopen on January 5. Read general manager Ron MacKenzie's letter here.

The World Bioenergy Award has given a lift to the work of the Brazilian researcher Laércio Couto and his team in the Renabio network. Presented in collaboration between World Bioenergy 2012 and the World Bioenergy Association, the award is offered to an individual who has made a difference in the development of the bioenergy sector. Dr. Couto's work was recognized with the first World Bioenergy Award, which focused on Short Rotation Wood Crops (SRWC), which are utilized in the production of ethanol, wood chips, pellets, and particleboard. Since then, the recognition has helped raise the profile of the SRWC sector and bioenergy in Brazil. The next Award will be presented at World Bioenergy 2012, which will be held 29-31 May 2012 in Jönköping, Sweden.

A link to a discussion forum on horse paddock construction with geotextiles, porous pavers/blocks, and other techniques. Numerous links to small site photos are included. Learn more here.;

Dr. Robert Koerner has announced the publication of the sixth edition of his seminal text, Designing with Geosynthetics. This new edition marks the first two-volume set--but it is much more affordable. Having used an independent publishing service instead of an academic press, the cost of a hardbound copy costs just USD $34. Softbound is just $24. Read more about the new edition in an introduction from Dr. Koerner.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is proposing to build a reef for Oil Piers Beach (Ventura, California) as soon as next year. The reef would be constructed about 250 yards offshore and utilize a geotextile-bag construction from ASR. The bags would be about 108 yards wide and 22-feet-tall at the apex of the sloping structure. Learn more here.;

By John D. Herrmann, Bruce A. Lacina, P.E., and Stephan M. Gale, P.E. – In-place closure of coal combustion residual surface impoundments presents numerous challenges. Common methods of capping...

Changing infrastructure changes soils, and our responses to the geotechnical challenges of our soils—the solutions we choose—determine the sustainability and long-term economics and successful performance of our infrastructure. This...

1 July 2015 - Imagine IM started its life as NanoCarbon in 2014 with a vision to be a leader in the emergent graphene industry. Now, like many start ups,...

The Fabricated Geomembrane Institute (FGI) held its first short course ("Constructing with Fabricated Geomembranes") on 23 October in Denver, Colorado. Tim Stark reports that 66 attendees took part and numerous industry experts presented on topics from secondary containment to EIA geomembranes to welding and much more. Course participants were eligible for up to 6 PDHs. Read a write-up from Dr. Stark.

The cost of protecting Reliance Industries Ltd.’s debt from default rose after the refiner and energy explorer controlled by billionaire Mukesh Ambani bid for bankrupt chemicals and fuels maker LyondellBasell Industries AF. Learn more here.;

TenCate Geosynthetics is reporting strong global performance of approximately 15% organic sales growth, led by new products and a focus on sustainability and environmental protection. Soil stabilization and soil reinforcement solutions have been key to this growth. For products such as TenCate Geotube® and TenCate GeoDetect™, the company sees growing interest stemming from their CO2-friendly, sustainable environmental approach and the utilization of leakage, erosion control and deformation detection systems.

The Global Waste Management Symposium (GWMS) is not just another waste and recycling event – it's the ONLY event that truly celebrates technology and scientific innovation within our industry on a global scale. Here are 5 pretty fabulous reasons to attend GWMS 2012 (and register now at the Early Bird rate). Read more.

This year, Oregon-based BTL moved into a cavernous new facility--one that can finally meet its project demands. This is the second facility expansion move for BTL in only a few years. One project that underscores the advantages of the new headquarters is the 105,000 sq. ft. single-panel of 20-mil geomembrane that the company fabricated for a pond liner project in Wisconsin. Read the case study here.

The world's largest waterproofing and roofing group is forming. GAF, which has an extensive roofing membrane portfolio, has acquired ICOPAL Group, which is globally involved in roofing, waterproofing, and civil...

By Namrata Bichewar - As India has grown in population and economic influence, the country’s airport infrastructure has been strained. The existing Mumbai Airport, in particular, has been in...

American Securities LLC, a New York-based private equity firm, today announces that it has completed its significant investment in Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (ADS), the largest producer of corrugated polyethylene pipe products in the world. Based in Hilliard, Ohio, ADS is a 40-year-old, privately-held company serving the storm and waste water industry. Equity for the investment was provided by American Securities Partners V, L.P., a $2.3 billion private equity partnership. Barclays Capital acted as financial advisor to ADS.

By Ecoweb - For a channel expansion and beautification project in a cultural center, a geocellular confinement system was specified for stabilizing and vegetating the slopes. The area was characterized...

The Tunnelling 20Twenty event will be held in Hong Kong 19-22 September 2011. The conference explores the opportunities in tunnelling and what the international market may look like for the next 20 years. Currently, the Tunnelling 20Twenty website offers a downloadable map with 20 case studies that will be highlighted during the event. These include tunnel projects such as 18km Fehmarnbelt Fixed Link under the Baltic between Germany and Denmark, lessons learned from cave-ins in Beijing, Switzerland's Gotthard Tunnel, Brazil's boom, and more. Learn more here.;

As hearings continued through September 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) seeks comments regarding the regulation of coal ash containment sites. The Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) was among the first in line to address the issue Aug. 30 at the initial hearing in Arlington, Va. Read more, including remarks from GMA Members. Learn more here.;

geosynthetica.net has launched a mining study. The report will gauge future mining needs and ways these needs are expected to be met by geosynthetics (in tailings ponds, access road construction, leach pads, etc.). Geosynthetics in the Global Mining Industry is already in motion and will be released 31 March 2009. Companies interested in pre-purchasing the study (at a significant discount) and learning how they can be part of the survey oversight board should contact Elizabeth Peggs for information and a brochure.

Western Environmental Liner, an online supplier of custom fabricated pond liners, PVC liners,pit liners, field liners, canal liners and polypropylene liners, has announced they are expanding their operations by adding an additional factory. The company has decided to expand by purchasing a new factory across the street from their main factory in Tolleson, AZ. The new factory is 65,000 square feet which is being equipped with state of the art welding machinery to allow for quick execution of all orders placed. Read more.

GeoAmericas 2016 (www.geoamericas2016.org), the Third Pan-American Geosynthetics Conference and Exhibition, will be held 10 – 13 April 2016 in Miami, Florida at the Loews Hotel on South Beach. The...

VANCOUVER - Two short courses will be offered on Sunday, September 22 prior to the Heap leach Solutions conference. These short courses are specifically designed to help participants get the...

A resurgence of oil drilling in North Dakota is bringing a number of land management issues to light. The mineral rights to 75% of the oil in North Dakota are owned by energy and mining companies; not the private property owners under whose land the oil is often found. This is because mineral rights may have been sold long ago; whereas, the property purchased by a private owner only recently. The drillers and property owners are squaring off against one another over site use, burial of pit liners, remediation, and other issues. Minnesota Public Radio reports. Learn more here.;