EPA devotes $25M in grants for Wisconsin to address PFAS in small communities

By Danielle Kaeding | Wisconsin Public Radio | February 17, 2023

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"Small and disadvantaged communities in Wisconsin may soon access around $25 million in federal grants to address PFAS contamination in drinking water.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the funding this week as part of $5 billion being provided through the bipartisan infrastructure law over five years to reduce pollution from the so-called forever chemicals.

The money will target relief for communities of fewer than 10,000 residents that can’t afford to finance projects to reduce PFAS or other contaminants like methylmercury and manganese. Communities can use the grants to address PFAS in drinking water, household water-quality testing, technical assistance and contractor training."