Thursday, 9 October, 2025

Freshwater & Groundwater Pollution

Are the EPA’s New PFAS Regulations Truly Safeguarding U.S. Drinking Water, or Just Corporate Greenwashing?

The EPA's PFAS regulations, initially finalized in April 2024 under the Biden administration, marked a historic effort to curb contamination from these persistent chemicals in drinking water. PFAS, used in products like nonstick cookware and firefighting foam, do not break down easily and are linked to severe health risks. However, 2025 updates—announced on May 14—retained maximum contaminant levels (MCLs)...
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