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University of Rochester Prioritizes Sustainability with New Initiatives

10/3/2025

Summary

Story summary

The University of Rochester's Department of Chemical Engineering is renamed to emphasize sustainability.
A $550,000 Department of Energy grant funds research on catalytic processes for renewables.
Ziyi Meng researches electrocatalysis for perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) remediation, illustrating hands-on student involvement.
Cornell's National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) chapter has secured $30,000 in sponsorships for scholarships and a water-treatment project in Honduras.

History

Historical Context

The establishment of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 1970 marked a significant federal response to growing pollution concerns. This commitment continues today, as evidenced by the University of Rochester's $550,000 Department of Energy grant and Cornell's NSBE chapter securing $30,000 for scholarships and environmental projects, fostering a new generation of engineers dedicated to sustainable practices.

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Story summary

The University of Rochester's Department of Chemical Engineering is renamed to emphasize sustainability.
A $550,000 Department of Energy grant funds research on catalytic processes for renewables.
Ziyi Meng researches electrocatalysis for perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) remediation, illustrating hands-on student involvement.
Cornell's National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) chapter has secured $30,000 in sponsorships for scholarships and a water-treatment project in Honduras.

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