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Non-Dredging PCB Extraction in Eel Grass-Sensitive Sediment Regions

Location: Region 9 | Published: December 19, 2023 In December 2020, ecoSPEARS was contracted by a client in Region 9 to conduct a pilot to extract polychlorinated biphenyls from the
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SPEARS as a Delineation and Monitoring Tool for PCBs and DDx in EPA Region 9

Location: Region 9 | Published: August 2, 2023 ecoSPEARS was contracted by a client to deploy multiple SPEARS mats along a shoreline in Region 9 for passive porewater sampling of
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Extraction and Elimination of PCBs in Soils

Location: Region 9 | Published: May 15, 2023 ecoSPEARS was contracted to conduct a treatability study of samples of contaminated soil from a site in Region 9 to determine the
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ecoSPEARS Named GOLD Winner in Energy & Sustainability by Edison Awards

In a remarkable triumph, ecoSPEARS' Sorbent Polymer Extraction And Remediation System (SPEARS), developed by NASA, clinched the gold award in the Energy & Sustainability category at the Edison Awards 2020. SPEARS, with plastic spikes within a geotextile mat liner, acts as a sponge for toxins, passively absorbing pollutants from sediments. This eco-friendly approach prevents recontamination, and the toxins are then destroyed through chemical dehalogenation, eliminating the need for harmful additives. Recognized by over 3,000 business leaders worldwide, SPEARS stands as a beacon of innovation for a more sustainable future.
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ecoSPEARS Wins Swedish Geotechnical Institute (SGI) Pilot Project to Deploy Clean Water Technology

Central Florida Startup Partners with Swedish Organizations to Clean Toxins from Contaminated Waterways in Sweden ecoSPEARS announced this Monday that the cleantech solutions company, along with its Swedish partners Umeå
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In the News: #Monsanto

Earlier this morning, “#Monsanto” has been trending across global news and social media outlets after several headlines broke that the agribusiness chemical manufacturer, infamous for the menagerie of lawsuits and
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Florida Startup is Making Waves in the Cleantech Industry

In July, ecoSPEARS, an Orlando-based cleantech venture, was chosen as one of seven startups out of 150+ applicants for Black & Veatch's Cleantech IgniteX Accelerator program, fostering innovation in sustainable technologies alongside companies like Electriphi, BUILT Robotics, and Novonutrients.
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ecoSPEARS CEO Wins Orlando Business Journal “40 Under 40” 2019 Award

ecoSPEARS' CEO, Sergie Albino, was named a recipient of the 2019 "40 Under 40" award by the Orlando Business Journal, recognizing his leadership in driving the company's growth and forging strategic partnerships with influential organizations like the EPA and United Nations.
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A Toxic Storm Brewing in the Tropics

On August 30th, Hurricane Dorian is expected to reach Category 4 status as it approaches Florida's Atlantic coast on Labor Day, with a potential landfall south of Kennedy Space Center.
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Old Problem, New Solution

ecoSPEARS is thrilled to be part of the 2-year Pilot Program with the Port of San Diego, selected as a one-of-a-kind cohort for the Port’s Blue Economy Incubator initiative. The Board of Port Commissioners unanimously approved ecoSPEARS' SPEARS technology proposal, signaling the potential for the adoption of new and innovative technologies by established industries, particularly in coastal areas with a rich history of industrial growth and trade.
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