Amanda Joshi

Managing Editor

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.

SOCMA, ACC Applaud New Focus on TSCA Reform

Jan. 22, 2025
A streamlined and efficient review process is critical to fostering innovation, said SOCMA and the American Chemistry Council.

LG Chem Joins Global Impact Coalition

Jan. 22, 2025
As the first Korean company to join the GIC, LG Chem will collaborate with global industry leaders to scale sustainable technologies and explore new circular business models. ...

Trump Day One Executive Orders Reverse Energy Restrictions

Jan. 21, 2025
President Trump’s energy policies included reopening ANWR, ending EV mandates, halting wind leasing and withdrawing from the Paris Agreement.

Evonik to Close Two Silica Plants in North America

Jan. 21, 2025
Plants in New York and Maryland will shut down with production being transferred to other sites.

Messer to Open New Air Separation Unit in Arkansas

Jan. 21, 2025
A new $70-million facility in Berryville will help meet the growing demand for industrial gases in the region.

3M Seeks America's Top Young Scientist

Jan. 20, 2025
3M and Discovery Education open submissions to the 2025 Young Scientist Challenge, a competition for middle school students who use science to solve everyday problems.

DOE Offers $100M For Pilot-Scale Carbon Conversion

Jan. 15, 2025
Funding will help develop sustainable carbon-derived products like fuels, chemicals, building materials, and bioproducts, contributing to reduced carbon emissions and enhanced...

CSB Safety Incident Reports Now Available to Public

Jan. 15, 2025
Volume 1 of the safety incident reports covers accidents in 15 states that resulted in five fatalities, 17 serious injuries, and approximately $700 million in property damage....

EPA Funds 24 Companies $2.4M to Advance Environmental Innovations

Jan. 15, 2025
The awards are part of an annual, two-phase competition for small businesses, many of which are chemical companies, to develop and commercialize environmental technologies.

Germany’s Covestro to Expand U.S. Ohio Plant

Jan. 14, 2025
Multiple new production lines will help meet the growing demand for polycarbonate material solutions in the United States.

Bayer, Neste to Collaborate on Developing Feedstocks for Renewable Fuels

Jan. 13, 2025
Bayer will launch its winter canola product in 2027 as a biomass-based feedstock.

DOE, EPA Awards $6M to 3 Companies Developing Advanced Biofuels

Jan. 13, 2025
Funding the projects will support research to improve performance and reduce costs of high-impact biofuel production technologies.

New CSB Safety Video Explains 2020 Fire and Toxic Gas Release at Bio-Lab Facility

Jan. 8, 2025
The incident in Westlake, Louisiana occurred when damage caused by Hurricane Laura left chemicals exposed to the weather.

SICK and Endress+Hauser Launch Strategic Partnership

Jan. 8, 2025
Collaboration is designed to enhance support in increasing plant efficiency, protecting the environment and reducing the processing industry’s carbon footprint.

EPA Fines Borealis Compounds $450K for Chemical Safety Violations

Jan. 7, 2025
Borealis has committed to full compliance with TSCA and related regulations moving forward.

Utility to Support South Korea’s Green Energy Investments

Jan. 7, 2025
Utility will implement its hydrogen reactor plants in seven GH EnA projects in South Korea.

MIT Spinoff Turns Automotive Engines into Modular Chemical Plants

Jan. 6, 2025
Novel approach places repurposed engines next to methane sources to generate greener methanol and other chemicals.

Chemical Industry Products to Watch December 2024

Dec. 18, 2024
This month, we highlight technologies that enhance polymer extrusion, streamline flow measurement, optimize material handling and ensure gas safety. These latest products include...

Teijin Group, Circularise to Partner on Supply Chain Traceability

Dec. 17, 2024
Partnership aims to enhance the traceability of high-performance materials in a circular economy.

Aramco Collaborates On Carbon Emission Reduction Projects

Dec. 11, 2024
Company’s collaborations include developments for new carbon capture technology and a major carbon capture and storage hub to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions.

The Business Side: It’s Awards Season

Dec. 11, 2024
Busch Group, HRS Heat Exchangers, LyondellBasell and INNIO Group earn accolades for their sustainability work.

CSB Shares Investigation Update on Bio-Lab Toxic Gas Release

Dec. 4, 2024
The resulting plumes contained chlorine and other hazardous substances that caused significant offsite impacts.

The Business Side: Hexion, ABB and Siemens Report Acquisitions

Dec. 4, 2024
The latest business moves aim to expand industry offerings in AI technology, NEMA vertical pump motors and high-pressure fire suppression technology.

On the Ground: Key Takeaways from Automation Fair 2024

Dec. 4, 2024
Hosted by Rockwell Automation, the annual event highlighted advancements in AI, cybersecurity solutions, and workforce training to bridge the IT/OT gap.

Chemical Processing Reveals 2024 Job Satisfaction and Salary Survey Results

Nov. 20, 2024
Annual survey continues to highlight a healthy industry outlook among chemical engineering professionals.

The Business Side: Flow Control Acquisition, Carbon Capture Commercialization and Leadership Promotion

Nov. 19, 2024
Private equity firm acquires flow control maker Cashco, Carbon Clean ramps up its commercialization with supply chain agreement, and Motion Industries announces an executive promotion...

How Much Do Chemical Engineers Make in 2024? Chemical Industry Salaries Continue to Rise

Nov. 19, 2024
Annual survey reveals continued positive job outlook and earnings despite a dip in hiring.

EBM Launches 2024 Workforce Survey to Help Industries Thrive in Competitive Job Market

Nov. 18, 2024
Chemical Processing's parent company introduces inaugural survey that aims to learn about the successes and opportunities in recruiting, retention, training and technology adaptations...

Nouryon Doubles Organic Peroxide Production in China

Nov. 13, 2024
Specialty chemicals maker completes organic peroxide expansion in China to support the growing polymer industry.

Exxon CEO to Trump: Don’t Rollback IRA

Nov. 13, 2024
Exxon CEO Darren Woods warns Trump's anti-climate policies could hinder U.S. net-zero goals. He advocates for consistent climate policies, supporting the Inflation Reduction Act...