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Obhi, N. K., Moir, J., Oseolorun, A., & Cannon, A. S. (2025). The journey towards an inclusive green chemistry education community of practice by prioritizing diversity, equity, belonging, and respect for an open-access online platform. Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, 44, 101944.
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In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
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Speaker: Antoine M. Thompson, Executive Director of the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition
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