As the EPA pursues PFAS standards, industry and residents are at odds over state regulation
9 Nov 2021
Wisconsin residents affected by PFAS contamination say the Biden administration’s recently announced strategy to address harmful forever chemicals doesn’t go far enough and highlights the need for state standards.
$10 Billion for PFAS, Other Contaminants in Infrastructure Bill
9 Nov 2021
The $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill awaiting President Joe Biden’s signature includes $10 billion to help water utilities address emerging contaminants including “forever chemicals” or PFAS.
Michigan to stop buying most products made with PFAS chemicals
2 Nov 2021
The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget must “incentivize suppliers to offer products that do not contain intentionally added PFAS by seeking to purchase such products where possible."
EPA Seeks Input on Proposed PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation
27 Oct 2021
The U.S. EPA is inviting key stakeholders for a Small Business Advocacy Review Panel that will focus on the agency’s effort to develop a National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for certain PFAS.
[Press Release] EPA Announces Key Step to Advance Science, Better Protect Communities from PFAS Pollution
25 Oct 2021
In October 2021, the US EPA issued a final human health toxicity assessment for GenX chemicals, a processing aid technology used to make high-performance fluoropolymers without the use of PFOA.
Newsom signs laws banning 'forever chemicals' in children's products, food packaging
12 Oct 2021
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two laws on Tuesday banning the use of toxic “forever chemicals” in children’s products and disposable food packaging.
EPA proposal could put PFAS on contaminant list, UW experts support decision
12 Oct 2021
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul supported the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to include per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in the Contaminant Candidate List 5.
EPA to decide on requiring PFAS health effects testing
5 Oct 2021
The EPA said it will decide within 90 days on a petition to require Chemours to test the health effects of PFAS, under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
Addressing Urgent Questions for PFAS in the 21st Century
25 Sep 2021
Six urgent questions relevant to science, technology, and policy were proposed to aid in addressing the -- PFAS problem.
Biden EPA Cuts Dangerous Greenhouse Gases Used In Refrigerators, Air Conditioners
23 Sep 2021
The EPA has signed a rule phasing out a greenhouse gas that cools refrigerators and air conditioners but warms the planet much more than carbon dioxide.
What we need to know to address PFAS contamination
21 Sep 2021
To help manage PFAS contamination, researchers affiliated with the Global PFAS Science Panel have called out key knowledge gaps that need to be addressed.
EPA proposes first limits to PFAS in wastewater
14 Sep 2021
The EPA on Wednesday announced plans for regulation that would for the first time set limits on levels of PFAS, that certain manufacturers and users of the chemical compound discharge in wastewater.
[Blog] Guidance on New PFAS Reporting Rule for Manufacturers
8 Sep 2021
In the last 10 years, have you manufactured, processed or imported products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)? If so, be aware - the EPA may soon require a detailed report.
FDA Releases PFAS Testing Results from First Survey of Nationally Distributed Processed Foods
1 Sep 2021
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released the first survey of PFAS in nationally distributed processed foods, including several processed baby foods.
2nd Stakeholder Consultation on a Restriction for PFAS
25 Aug 2021
The competent authorities for REACH of the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Norway are currently preparing a REACH Annex XV Restriction Dossier for the group of PFAS since all these substances are considered to be persistent.