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environment1 year ago

"EPA Mandates Polluters to Pay for PFAS Cleanup as Hazardous Substances Designated"

The EPA has designated two PFAS chemicals as "hazardous substances" under the Superfund law, allowing federal regulators to hold polluters accountable for cleanup costs. This move comes as a relief to local water utilities and communities facing PFAS contamination. While the designation enables the EPA to take emergency actions and sue polluters for recovery costs, it may not provide immediate financial assistance to impacted communities. Environmental advocates welcome the rule but call for more stringent regulations, emphasizing the widespread impact of PFAS chemicals on land, water, and communities.

via WBUR News|
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environment1 year ago

"New EPA Regulations Require Polluters to Foot the Bill for Cleaning Up Forever Chemicals"

The Biden administration has designated two "forever chemicals," PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Superfund law, shifting responsibility for their cleanup to polluters. This new rule empowers the government to force companies to monitor and clean up any releases of these chemicals into the environment, potentially exposing them to billions of dollars in liabilities. PFAS compounds are linked to serious health risks and are found in a wide range of products, leading to widespread exposure and contamination of tap water.

via The New York Times|
#cleanup#environment#epa
environment1 year ago

"EPA Designates PFAS Chemicals as Superfund Hazardous Substances, Mandates Polluter Cleanup"

The EPA has designated two forever chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Superfund law, allowing for quicker cleanup and requiring responsible parties to pay for removal. These chemicals, part of the PFAS group, have been linked to health issues and persist in the environment. The EPA's action follows strict limits on PFAS in drinking water and aims to hold polluters accountable for contamination. While the chemical industry opposes the move, environmental groups and experts see it as a step toward protecting communities from decades of contamination.

via ABC News|
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