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Researchers study forever chemical removal at Peterson Space Force Base
Mines PFAS researchers are investigating how to capture and destroy PFAS "forever chemicals" on the Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. The material being analyzed and processed is drawn from a containment pond on the base property. A host of different technologies are being used by the researchers to deal with the stubborn PFAS materials.
July 10, 2025
Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs hosts a proving ground for cleaning up longtime PFAS contamination
Chris Higgins, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering, and a host of other Mines PFAS experts, hosted a PFAS media event at the Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado Springs. The Mines officials explained the work being done at the base to discover the best way to capture and destroy the "forever chemicals."
July 10, 2025
Trump floats a 50% tariff on copper, risking price increases for wide range of goods
Ian Lange, associate professor of economics and business, notes that because copper is used in such a wide variety of products, increases in the price of the metal can cause a general inflation in prices.
July 9, 2025