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At Carus, we believe in fostering a love for STEM and education from an early age. We are thrilled to have once again partnered with IVCC Continuing Education & Business Services to bring the Science FUNdamentals camp to life! A huge thank you to dedicated chemists, Akila and Rachel, for sharing your passion for STEM and crafting another amazing science camp this year! #STEMeducation #Science #YoungScientists #Education #SummerCamp

Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting Jamie Stuart Taylor LCSW, a local therapist, speaker, and whole-body wellness advocate, for an insightful and thought-provoking presentation on emotional wellness. At Carus, we understand employee well-being is fundamental to career satisfaction and productivity. By prioritizing both physical and mental health, we strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive and perform at their best. Engaging in open dialogues about mental health is essential for staff retention, increased productivity, and fostering a positive workplace climate and culture. By focusing on each other as humans first, we can achieve remarkable professional growth together. We are committed to the well-being of our employees through various initiatives, including: -Monthly, fun employee engagement events organized by our fun committees -The addition of a mental health day -Healthy-eating initiatives -Ongoing trainings and seminars focused on mental health and emotional well-being -Offering a robust employee assistance program (EAP) as part of our benefits package These are just a few examples of our efforts to support mental health and emotional wellness. Thank you to Jamie for sharing her expertise and providing such valuable insights to our team. Your guidance is helping us build a healthier and more supportive workplace. #EmployeeWellbeing #MentalHealth #SelfCare #WorkplaceCulture #ProfessionalDevelopment #WellnessAdvocate #Leadership

We’re thrilled to celebrate the conclusion of the 22nd Carus Summer Science Camp! Local students entering the sixth grade explored STEM throughout the week with engaging demonstrations, hands-on experiments, and exciting tours of the water treatment plant and Hegeler-Carus Mansion. Special thanks to our amazing camp director Dan Fitzpatrick, assistant Angelique Depenbrock, and dedicated volunteer Ken Pisarczyk for making this week unforgettable. Today, the students participated in competitive rocket launches to cap off their week of discovery. Prizes were awarded to best rockets, 2nd best rockets, and even the WORST rockets. Check out the photos from today’s graduation ceremony! Are you a past participant of our camp? Share your story with us at carusllc.com/campsurvey #STEMEducation #FutureScientists #ScienceCamp

Day 4 of Summer Science Camp! It's hard to believe we're already on Day 4! Time flies when you're having hands-on, scientific fun! Today, our young scientists delved into more exciting experiments and discoveries, continuing their journey of exploration and learning. With just one more day to go, the excitement is building. Get ready for some rocket fun on Friday! #CarusScienceCamp #STEM #SummerFun #ScienceRocks

Day 3 of the Carus Summer Science Camp was an exciting journey back in time and a deep dive into local history! Our campers embarked on the I&M Canal Boat Tour, experiencing life in the 1840s aboard a replica, mule-powered packet boat while learning about a variety of social science, history, and STEM topics. After the canal tour, students had the unique opportunity to explore the Hegeler-Carus Mansion, guided by the Hegeler-Carus Foundation. They discovered the fascinating science and history connected to Carus, enriching their understanding of our local heritage. #SummerCamp #STEMEducation #History #FutureScientists #ScienceCamp

Day 2 of the Carus Summer Science Camp was a lesson in water treatment! Our amazing Carus volunteers, Tim Postula and Tina Garcia, led the students on an educational tour of a water treatment plant. They explained how Carus phosphates play an important role in water treatment, ensuring clean and safe water for our many communities. The kids were captivated by the science behind water treatment and left inspired by the real-world applications of STEM. A big thank you to Tim and Tina for making this day informative and memorable! #STEMEducation #WaterTreatment #FutureScientists #ScienceCamp #Phosphates

Excitement is in the air as the first day of Carus Summer Science Camp kicked off this morning! Today, our campers dived into the world of science with introductions, a crucial safety lesson, and a series of fascinating experiments, including an elements demo and a flame test. At Carus, we believe in the power of STEM and education to inspire the next generation of innovators. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this scientific adventure throughout the week! #STEMEducation #FutureScientists

Happy Fourth of July! As we celebrate Independence Day, let's also remember to be mindful of our environment. While fireworks are a spectacular display of science and chemistry, they can have a significant environmental impact. Here are some eco-friendly ways to celebrate: -Opt for a laser light show or a virtual fireworks display. -Host a backyard barbecue using reusable or biodegradable tableware. -Get creative with eco-friendly decorations and crafts. -Enjoy outdoor activities like biking, hiking, or a picnic in the park. Have eco-friendly ideas and suggestions of your own to add? We'd love to hear them! Wishing everyone a happy, safe, and green Fourth of July! #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #EcoFriendly

We're thrilled to see this incredible achievement highlighted on Azo CleanTech!    Carus and Picarro have demonstrated a remarkable 99.99988% Ethylene Oxide (EtO) destruction efficiency using our CARULITE® 500 Catalyst alongside Picarro’s advanced EtO solutions. These impressive results offer commercial sterilization facilities a reliable method to effectively mitigate hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from their emissions.   We're proud to be part of this innovative solution that promotes cleaner and safer industrial practices.    #Innovation #CleanTech #EnvironmentalSolutions #Sustainability #EthyleneOxide #AirQuality #EPA #Sterilization

We were thrilled to host Dave Miller, Vice President of Market Strategy, and Jonathan Bent, Senior Technical Lead from Picarro, Inc. (Santa Clara, CA), at our global Carus headquarters in Peru, IL, on June 19th. We’re on an exciting path of further technical cooperation with Picarro to enhance our understanding of solving and measuring ethylene oxide emissions from the sterilization of medical devices worldwide. Our joint efforts aim to provide the medical sterilization industry with the critical data to ensure confidence in ethylene oxide abatement technology. By integrating CARULITE® catalysts from Carus with Picarro’s continuous emissions monitoring technology (CEMS) featuring their advanced Cavity Ring-Down Spectroscopy (CRDS) technology, we are committed to meeting and exceeding the latest EPA NESHAP 40 CFR 63 regulations. Stay tuned for more updates on this innovative collaboration! For more information about the unique technology employed, get in touch! Carus: Matthew Bodoff, Business Development Director, Catalysts matthew.bodoff@carusllc.com Picarro: Dave Miller, Vice President, Market Strategy dmiller@picarro.com