Tackling US Forever Chemicals: Inside the EPA’s $9bn Commitment to Combat PFAS Contamination The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step in combating PFAS contamination across the United States with its new national drinking water standards and a whopping $9 billion investment. The commitment to addressing these “forever chemicals” marks a crucial milestone […]
New Jersey reaches $875m settlement over PFAS contamination with major chemical companies
New Jersey Reaches $875m Settlement Over PFAS Contamination with Major Chemical Companies In a significant step towards environmental accountability, New Jersey has reached an $875 million settlement with major chemical companies Chemours, DuPont, and Corteva to address the widespread PFAS contamination in the state. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals […]
FIA releases updated guidance on PFAS in firefighting foams
FIA Releases Updated Guidance on PFAS in Firefighting Foams The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has recently released updated guidance concerning PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in firefighting foams. This development includes crucial updates on the restrictions imposed by the United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) regarding the use of these chemicals in firefighting […]
How the US is tackling the threat of PFAS
Tackling the Threat of PFAS: US Regulations and Scientific Breakthroughs Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as “forever chemicals,” have posed a significant threat to the environment and human health due to their persistence and potential toxicity. In the United States, addressing the challenges associated with PFAS contamination has become a national priority. Through […]
World’s first nuclear fuel graveyard to soon get copper blank for storing radioactive waste
World’s First Nuclear Fuel Graveyard to Soon Get Copper Blank for Storing Radioactive Waste A Finnish radioactive waste management company has produced the first copper casting blank for the world’s inaugural nuclear fuel repository. The Onkalo underground spent fuel encapsulation plant, located on Olkiluoto Island, is set to receive this innovative copper blank. This milestone […]
New PFAS treatment plant to supply water to over 100,000 residents
New PFAS Treatment Plant to Supply Water to Over 100,000 Residents In a significant stride towards ensuring safe and clean drinking water for over 100,000 residents, a new PFAS treatment plant has been established. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to remove regulated PFAS compounds from drinking water, fully aligning with the EPA’s stringent PFAS regulations. […]
World-record PFAS contamination found at Holloman Lake
World-record PFAS Contamination Found at Holloman Lake In a recent shocking discovery, new research has identified Holloman Lake in New Mexico as one of the most PFAS-contaminated sites globally. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS, are a group of human-made chemicals used in a variety of products due to their water and grease-resistant properties. […]
Trump Officials Quietly Move to Reverse Bans on Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’
Trump Officials Quietly Move to Reverse Bans on Toxic ‘Forever Chemicals’ In a surprising turn of events, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently made strides to alter chemical risk evaluations, potentially paving the way for the reversal of bans on hazardous substances known as ‘Forever Chemicals’. This move has raised concerns among environmentalists and […]
Are global policies doing enough to combat Arctic climate change?
Are Global Policies Doing Enough to Combat Arctic Climate Change? The Arctic region is experiencing unprecedented climate change, with temperatures rising at more than twice the global average. The melting of Arctic ice not only affects the local ecosystems and indigenous communities but also has far-reaching consequences for the entire planet. In the face of […]