With funds running out, Maine is at a PFAS crossroads
27 Jan 2025 | Portland Press Herald
A multiagency presentation before lawmakers warns of the difficulty the state will face trying to meet the needs of residents adversely affected by the spreading of sewage sludge containing forever chemicals.
Apple defends Watch bands amid lawsuit over 'toxic' design fail
26 Jan 2025 | MSN
The company told our sister site Tom's Guide: "Apple Watch bands are safe for users to wear. In addition to our own testing, we also work with independent laboratories to conduct rigorous testing and analysis of the materials used in our products, including Apple Watch bands."
U.S. Court Defends Nationwide Drinking Water Standards for PFAS
25 Jan 2025 | Franklin County Free Press
Attorney General Brown emphasized the rule’s role in ensuring safer drinking water, stating, “This rule permits water systems across the country, including here in Maryland, to regulate and treat these harmful substances.” He highlighted the policy’s impact on safeguarding the health of current and future generations.
How safe is your drinking water? Here's what you need to know about impact of 'forever chemicals' on water quality
25 Jan 2025 | Hindustan Times
Senate inquiry raises concerns over PFAS in drinking water, affecting Aboriginal communities reliant on bottled water due to quality issues.
New PFAS treatment facilities aim to clean North Carolina drinking water
25 Jan 2025 | WRAL News
Aqua unveiled seven PFAS treatment facilities in North Carolina, aiming to remove toxic chemicals from drinking water as utilities brace for EPA regulations and potential federal policy changes.
Trump's halting of EPA limits on PFAS in drinking water "a tragic setback," Long Island environmentalist says
23 Jan 2025 | CBS News
President Donald Trump has withdrawn a Biden administration plan to set new limits on chemical discharge into drinking water.
PFAS and waste solutions funded in final days of Biden EPA
21 Jan 2025 | Waste Drive
A week before President Donald Trump’s second term began, the EPA under former President Joe Biden funded two dozen small businesses working on early-stage environmental technologies.
As Portland transitions away from PFAS-laden firefighting foam at the Jetport, lawmakers intend to make state follow
17 Jan 2025 | The Maine Monitor
Brunswick airport’s toxic foam spill highlighted the need to transition to safer alternatives. A Brunswick legislator is pushing for that to happen.
A PFAS-free fire suppressant made with Maine wood could fight wildfires
17 Jan 2025 | Portland Press Herald
The chemical-free extinguisher could move to the market – and onto firefighting airplanes – quickly. But getting it certified will take time and money.
Bloodletting recommended for Jersey residents after PFAS contamination
16 Jan 2025 | The Guardian
In response to the blood results, the government established an independent PFAS scientific advisory panel to advise public policy. The panel’s first report recommended that the government should look at offering bloodletting to affected residents.
Smartwatch bands can contain ‘major’ levels of toxic PFAS, study finds
16 Jan 2025 | The Guardian
High amounts of ‘forever chemicals’ that can be absorbed through skin detected in common brands of wrist bands.
3M knew firefighting foams containing PFAS were toxic, documents show
15 Jan 2025 | The Guardian
Newly uncovered documents reveal chemicals giant was aware ‘environmentally neutral’ products did not biodegrade.
Wisconsin Supreme Court justices question challenge to state authority in PFAS case
14 Jan 2025 | Wisconsin Public Radio
State's largest business group sued state regulators in 2021 over their authority to force businesses to test and clean up PFAS.
How PFAS 'forever chemicals' are removed from contaminated drinking water at treatment plants
14 Jan 2025 | ABC News
There is currently a NSW inquiry into PFAS contamination in waterways and drinking water; and a national inquiry investigating the sources, potential health and environmental impacts, and the role of regulation.
‘Forever chemicals’ in sludge used to fertilize farms can pose a health risk to people, EPA says
14 Jan 2025 | CNN
Chemicals found in sewage sludge that some farmers use to fertilize fields and pastures can pose a threat to human and animal health, the US Environmental Protection Agency said Tuesday.