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Los Alamos improves biomass-to-fuel process
Los Alamos scientists and collaborators published an article in the scientific journal Nature Chemistry this week that could offer a big step on the path to renewable energy.
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Los Alamos improves biomass-to-fuel process
April, 26 2013 - Los Alamos scientists and collaborators published an article in the scientific journal Nature Chemistry this week that could offer a big step on the path to renewable energy.

Los Alamos National Laboratory employees receive Pollution Prevention Awards
April, 23 2013 - Nearly 400 employees on 47 teams received Pollution Prevention awards for protecting the environment and saving taxpayers more than $8 million.

New process speeds conversion of biomass to fuels
February, 7 2013 - Scientists made a major step forward recently towards transforming biomass-derived molecules into fuels.

Cobalt discovery replaces precious metals as industrial catalyst
November, 26 2012 - Cobalt holds promise as an industrial catalyst with potential applications in such energy-related technologies such as production of biofuels and reduction of carbon dioxide.

Climate change cripples forests
October, 1 2012 - A team of scientists concluded that in the warmer and drier Southwest of the near future, widespread tree mortality will cause forest and species distributions to change substantially.

Going green earns Laboratory gold
June, 18 2012 - The Laboratory's newest facility is its first to achieve both the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design status and Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.

Pollution prevention efforts recognized
April, 17 2012 - Pollution prevention awards recognize individuals or teams whose efforts minimize waste, conserve resources and apply sustainable practices.
Other News from LANL
- Los Alamos National Laboratory begins pumping tests on chromium plume The chromium originated from cooling towers at a Laboratory power plant and was released from 1956 to 1972. May 22, 2013
- Bradbury Science Museum partnering in national Blue Star Museums program Blue Star Museums program to host active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day, May 27, through Labor Day, Sept. 2.May 22, 2013
- Los Alamos director echoes cyber concerns Director Charlie McMillan told a gathering of energy executives that securing the electrical grid is a major concern now and it’s only becoming more serious. May 21, 2013
- Los Alamos National Laboratory selects three small businesses for environmental work The companies chosen are Terranear PMC, Navarro Research and Engineering, Inc., and Adelante Consulting, Inc.May 14, 2013
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Plasma Technology for Textile Finishing Applications Gets a Boost from LANL
A new way to stay dry: APJeT is revolutionizing the textile industry with new plasma technology.
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