Holden company slapped with $15K fine for PFAS contamination

By Henry Schwan | Worcester Telegram & Gazette | May 16, 2024

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"The state has fined a Holden company for not notifying authorities in a timely manner of its release of hazardous materials that contaminated groundwater.

Avient Colorants USA LLC, a maker of paints and coatings, was slapped with a $15,125 fine by the state Department of Environmental Protection, according to a state press release. The agency said Avient discovered PFAS in groundwater at the company's property at 85 Industrial Drive but didn't follow state law for timely notification.

“PFAS is a persistent problem that requires our prompt attention to address and mitigate; groundwater that is contaminated with these hazardous forever chemicals often end up in the drinking water supply,” said Mary Jude Pigsley, director of the state DEP's Central Regional Office in Worcester."

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