• Amanda Joshi

    Managing Editor
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    Amanda Joshi has more than 18 years of experience in business-to-business publishing for both print and digital content. Before joining Chemical Processing, she worked with Manufacturing.net and Electrical Contracting Products. She’s a versatile, award-winning editor with experience in writing and editing technical content, executing marketing strategy, developing new products, attending industry events and developing customer relationships. 

    Amanda graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2001 with a B.A. in English and has been an English teacher. She lives in the Chicago suburbs with her husband and daughter, and their mini Aussiedoodle, Riley. In her rare spare time, she enjoys reading, tackling DIY projects, and horseback riding.

    Amanda Joshi
    Sept. 2, 2025
    Non-profit organization Stand Up for Science says the move threatens protections for EPA staff working on chemical safety and environmental programs.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 29, 2025
    Researchers say the method could improve catalysts for ammonia production and guide future materials design.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 27, 2025
    Economists, procurement leaders and energy market analysts join December event in Jersey City.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 27, 2025
    Evonik, Cronus Chemicals and BASF outline new investments and strategic realignments across catalysts, fertilizers and low-carbon ammonia.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 25, 2025
    The company’s innovations were recognized in the Mechanical/Materials category.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 25, 2025
    Recon Technology advances 40,000-ton-per-year waste plastic recycling project in Shandong, China toward equipment installation and commissioning.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 20, 2025
    The American Chemical Society recognized innovations from multiple companies during its fall conference and introduced a new program to support graduate students affected by research...
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 20, 2025
    Japanese company begins pilot-scale production of propylene directly from ethanol, aiming for commercialization and licensing in the early 2030s.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 19, 2025
    Partnership aims to support global supply of fluoropolymers and fluoroelastomers by 2026.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 18, 2025
    Deal expands coatings and adhesives production network in Freeport and Rayong.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 13, 2025
    Federal investigators warn that unresolved safety recommendations leave risks in place eight years after the deadly Wisconsin plant disaster.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 13, 2025
    The specialty chemical makers separately announce projects in Brazil and China to boost supply for key manufacturing sectors.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 12, 2025
    Two workers were killed and several others injured in explosions and fires at a U.S. Steel coking plant in Clairton.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 11, 2025
    Expansion doubles low-viscosity polyalphaolefins output to 120,000 metric tons per year, adds electrification to cut natural gas use and positions the Beringen site to pursue ...
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 11, 2025
    Multiple explosions disrupted operations at the nation’s largest coke manufacturing facility, prompting emergency response and air quality monitoring.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 5, 2025
    Researchers propose a lifecycle-based strategy to curb fluorocarbon emissions and reduce reliance on virgin chemical production.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 5, 2025
    New approach uses a palladium membrane to transfer hydrogen from water, eliminating the need for alcohol-based sources.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 4, 2025
    Three people were killed in a fire and explosion at Horizon Biofuels. CSB has launched an investigation and reiterated safety concerns over combustible dust.
    Amanda Joshi
    Aug. 4, 2025
    The long-term agreement covers legacy site contamination and statewide PFAS claims, pending court approval.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 30, 2025
    Solidec’s technology produces key industrial chemicals on-site using only air, water, and electricity, eliminating energy-intensive post-processing steps, according to the company...
    Amanda Joshi
    July 30, 2025
    Partnership builds on startup of biomass-to-methanol facility and targets expansion into SAF, green ammonia and e-methanol production by 2027.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 29, 2025
    Certification enables mass balance supply of bio-attributed monomers from production facilities in France, China and the U.S.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 29, 2025
    Move aims to prioritize circular economy technologies and environmental services for advanced manufacturing industries.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 28, 2025
    The new production units in Dresden mark the company’s largest electronics investment in Europe and follow recent expansion in Idaho.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 28, 2025
    EPA and CSB issue first penalty under Clean Air Act provision requiring companies to report serious chemical releases.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 23, 2025
    Deal strengthens Bakelite’s sustainable materials portfolio with 100% bio-based adhesives used in engineered wood applications, according to the company.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 23, 2025
    The third edition of the report summarizes 30 serious incidents across 15 states, offering public insight into their causes and impact on workers, communities and industry operations...
    Amanda Joshi
    July 22, 2025
    Two new facilities in Florida and Texas will increase supply of liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon for commercial launch operations and strengthen merchant distribution, according...
    Amanda Joshi
    July 21, 2025
    INEOS Acetyls’ switch to hydrogen at its Hull, U.K. plant eliminates reliance on natural gas and sets a new benchmark for low-carbon chemical production in Europe.
    Amanda Joshi
    July 16, 2025
    Hands-on workshops at Kansas State University's Olathe campus feature real-world applications and expert-led training in advanced manufacturing.