Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Critical Rule to Clean up …
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Exposure to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has been linked to cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children.
EPA sets first-ever limits on PFAS in water | AP News
WEBApr 10, 2024 · The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced its first-ever limits for several common types of PFAS, the so-called "forever chemicals," in drinking water.
A new sensor detects harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water ...
WEBMar 11, 2024 · An MIT sensor can detect “forever chemicals” known as PFAS (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in drinking water. PFAS are found in many consumer products and are linked to cancer and other health problems.
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes First-Ever National Drinking ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Exposure to PFAS has been linked to deadly cancers, impacts to the liver and heart, and immune and developmental damage to infants and children. This final rule represents the most significant step to protect public health under …
Forever Chemicals No More? PFAS Are Destroyed With New …
WEBAug 18, 2022 · A team of scientists has found a cheap, effective way to destroy so-called forever chemicals, a group of compounds that pose a global threat to human health. The chemicals — known as PFAS, or...
Press Releases Related to PFAS | US EPA - U.S. Environmental …
WEBFeb 20, 2024 · EPA News Release: EPA Releases Updated Interim Guidance on Destroying and Disposing of Certain PFAS and PFAS-Containing Materials. Release Date: April 9, 2024. Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Cut PFAS from U.S. Government Custodial Contracts.
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to ...
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Today the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the first-ever national legally enforceable drinking water standard for PFAS, which will protect 100 million people from PFAS...
EPA imposes first limits on PFAS chemicals in drinking water - NBC …
WEBApr 10, 2024 · For the first time, the EPA has set limits for six types of PFAS chemicals in drinking water. The chemicals have been linked to health issues and can linger permanently in the environment.
Wisconsin NRB approves next steps in changing state drinking …
WEB1 day ago · The Wisconsin DNR got the go ahead from the Natural Resources Board for the next steps in setting new PFAS standards for public drinking water. PFAS are a group of manmade chemicals that have been linked to adverse health effects.
Damages From PFAS Lawsuits Could Surpass Asbestos, Industry …
WEBMay 28, 2024 · Mr. Gross was referring to PFAS, the “forever chemicals” that have emerged as one of the major pollution issues of our time. Used for decades in countless everyday objects — cosmetics, takeout...
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