Trending News: Pipeline Fire; Exxon Goes To Court; In Memoriam to Industry Innovator

Sept. 27, 2024

What were the hot topics in September 2024? Executive Editor Jon Katz runs through all the attention-getters.

Our monthly roundup of trending stories on ChemicalProcessing.com focuses on what your peers were reading. Executive Editor Jon Katz does his best Walter Cronkite impression as he bring the news to life. If you want to follow along, here are the stories he highlights.

Energy Transfer LNG Pipeline Fire in La Porte, Texas, Forces Evacuations
One injury reported; early reports suggest possible car collision with valve station.

Energy Transfer LNG Pipeline Fire Still Burning
SUV struck above-ground valve, according to news reports.

Nano Nuclear Energy Plans New HQ in Oak Ridge to Advance Microreactor Technology
Chemical industry will play a critical role in bringing modular nuclear reactors to market.

California Takes Exxon Mobil to Court Over Recycling Claims
Lawsuit alleges the oil company's plastics recycling success claims were grossly overstated.

In Memoriam: Former President of Charles Ross & Son Co.
Charles Ross & Son Company announced the passing of Richard Ross on Sept. 14, 2024.

About the Author

Jonathan Katz | Executive Editor

Jonathan Katz, executive editor, brings nearly two decades of experience as a B2B journalist to Chemical Processing magazine. He has expertise on a wide range of industrial topics. Jon previously served as the managing editor for IndustryWeek magazine and, most recently, as a freelance writer specializing in content marketing for the manufacturing sector.

His knowledge areas include industrial safety, environmental compliance/sustainability, lean manufacturing/continuous improvement, Industry 4.0/automation and many other topics of interest to the Chemical Processing audience.

When he’s not working, Jon enjoys fishing, hiking and music, including a small but growing vinyl collection.

Jon resides in the Cleveland, Ohio, area.