Adding PFAS to toxic substances list won't necessarily lead to stricter guidelines for drinking water
A class of chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) could be added to Canada’s list of toxic substances, ...
Drinking Water in Vermont Could Be Contaminated by PFAS for 'Centuries'
"Forever chemicals" contamination is spreading in parts of Bennington, Vermont, prompting concern about the potential impacts ...
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Scientists find a way to say goodbye to PFAS, toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in non-stick pans, food packaging
This is a result of their toxicity and extreme resistance to being ... method to break down these polluting compounds, called PFAS, using relatively low temperatures and common reagents.
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Bennington region has the most severe PFAS contamination problem in the state, and new research finds it is getting worse
We're trying to give the community the best science so they can make sense of the issue and they can come together to seek reasonable solutions,” said a Bennington College professor.
Maine lawmakers push to remove toxic firefighting foam from Brunswick Landing
AUGUSTA (WGME) -- The push to remove toxic firefighting foam in Brunswick is continuing at the State House. A legislative ...
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Federal Government Publishes State of PFAS Report and Risk Management Approach
The Government of Canada published the final "State of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) report" (State of PFAS Report), the "Risk ...
NC plan lets factories keep dumping toxic chemicals in drinking water
North Carolina advances a PFAS rule critics say won’t stop pollution or protect drinking water, as debate grows over industry ...
NC orders Chemours to expand PFAS well testing to more than 150,000 homes
North Carolina ordered Chemours to expand PFAS well testing, adding 150,000 homes in six counties, including Harnett and Hoke ...
Canada's PFAS Restriction Strategy Adds to US Companies' Hurdles
Attorneys are urging US companies to seize Canada’s offer to weigh in on the country’s recently announced strategy to work ...
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Cancer-causing PFAS to be added to Canada’s toxic substance list
More PFAS news with Illinois looking to pass more legislation protecting firefighters from astronomical cancer rates, and ...