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EPA Fails to Monitor Almost Half of All “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water
Dozens of PFAS are quietly lurking in many municipalities' drinking water — and residents might not even be aware.
13 Groups Sue the EPA for Failing to Update Regulations on Water Pollution
Industrial facilities produce millions of pounds of hazardous chemical waste every year and dump it into U.S. waterways.
EPA Proposes Limiting “Forever Chemicals” in Drinking Water for the First Time
Environmental groups that have long advocated for action against PFAS pollution praised the new proposal.
At Least 330 Species Are Contaminated With Cancer-Causing “Forever Chemicals”
PFAS contamination has been documented in polar bears, tigers in China, plankton off the coast of Panama, and more.
National Guard Wants to Expand Its Training Site to Twice the Size of Chicago
The proposed expansion would allow for increased use and testing of new technologies, particularly electronic warfare.
Eating 1 Freshwater Fish Equals a Month of Drinking “Forever Chemicals” in Water
Research finds that fish from all 48 contiguous U.S. states showed PFAS contamination.
Lawsuits Against Plastic Industry Could Exceed $20 Billion in Damages by 2030
A new study shows that the societal impact already costs around $100 billion per year.
Report Shows Toxic PFAS Pollution Is Likely at More Than 57,000 US Locations
PFAS exposure is linked to health problems like cancer, reproductive issues, increased risk of birth defects, and more.
EPA Proposal to Limit PFAS in Drinking Water May Boost Grassroots Efforts
The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to propose new limits on PFAS chemicals in drinking water this year.
Waste Incinerators May Be Spreading “Forever Chemicals” Through the Air
Research suggests waste incinerators are contributing to airborne PFAS pollution, which U.S. regulators aren't tracking.