Pfas

The US Food and Drug Administration rejected a petition to set limits on toxic PFAS 'forever chemicals' in food, despite the Environmental Protection Agency identifying food as the largest source of PFAS exposure. Testing revealed some contaminated foods contain PFAS levels equivalent to drinking multiple glasses of contaminated water.

The US Food and Drug Administration rejected a legal petition to set limits on toxic Pfas 'forever chemicals' in food, despite the Environmental Protection Agency identifying food as the largest source of Pfas exposure. Testing has shown some contaminated foods contain Pfas levels comparable to drinking multiple glasses of contaminated water.

The article states that less than 2% of PFAS emissions can be removed from the environment even with significant investments. A PFAS analysis was conducted at the Bureau Veritas laboratory in Marcq-en-Barœul, France, on June 17, 2026.

Massachusetts faces widespread PFAS contamination in 176 public water systems across 99 cities and towns, with residents bearing cleanup costs. PFAS, toxic 'forever chemicals' linked to health risks, persist in water due to industrial discharge and product waste, despite state legal limits. A task force has been established to address the issue.

New research from the University of Notre Dame reveals how PFAS chemicals accumulate in the Great Lakes ecosystem, increasing in concentration as they move up the food chain. The study, published in the Journal of Environmental Quality, found a decline in PFOS levels in lower lakes but not in the upper lakes, highlighting the persistence of these 'forever chemicals' in the environment.

A University of Notre Dame study analyzed 42 years of data to track PFAS chemicals in the Great Lakes food web, finding lower concentrations in Lakes Michigan, Huron, and Superior compared to Ontario and Erie. The study noted a decline in PFOS levels over two decades following its industry phase-out but highlighted bioaccumulation in predators like salmon and eagles.

North Carolina's new budget allocates $22 million for a PFAS study via the UNC-Chapel Hill Collaboratory, which will be classified as a legislative entity with results kept confidential. Critics argue this move bypasses the state's environmental agency and delays accountability for PFAS pollution linked to health risks like cancer.

Virginia’s new budget allocates $2 million annually for cancer screenings for firefighters, addressing their heightened risk due to exposure to carcinogens. The initiative, supported by Governor Abigail Spanberger and lawmakers, aims to detect cancer early through grants for localities. Firefighters face risks from chemicals in gear and smoke, with some filing lawsuits over PFAS exposure linked to health issues.

Virginia has received millions to address PFAS water contamination, but officials warn that resolving the issue could require hundreds of millions more. PFAS, linked to health issues, have been detected in the state's drinking water systems.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved a groundwater cleanup plan for BASF’s site in Wyandotte, Michigan, addressing contaminants like heavy metals, PFAS, and organic compounds. The plan includes perimeter barriers, groundwater extraction, and on-site treatment, with construction starting in 2027. Local groups have long criticized pollution at the site, which borders the Detroit River and a drinking water intake.

UF scientists found severe PFAS contamination in Gemini Springs, Volusia County, highlighting the widespread presence of cancer-causing 'forever chemicals' in Florida. Lobby firms representing chemical industry groups also advise local governments dealing with PFAS pollution, creating conflicts of interest. PFAS, linked to multiple cancers and liver toxicity, persist in the environment and human blood.

Chemours Co. will pay $450 million in penalties and relief programs to West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey to settle a case involving illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals.' The Trump administration called the settlement a step toward holding polluters accountable while allowing Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS for commercial and military use.

Community leaders in North Carolina are raising concerns about the environmental and health impacts of data centers, including water pollution linked to PFAS and corporate projects in lower-income communities. Residents like Carroll Olinger and Shaun Ingram highlight risks to public health and opposition to developments such as Amazon's $10 billion data center in Richmond County.

Chemours Co will pay $450 million to settle a case involving illegal discharges of 'forever chemicals' (PFAS) across three states. The settlement includes a $22.5 million civil penalty and $90 million over 15 years to mitigate PFAS discharges in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals' in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. The agreement includes penalties, pollution controls, and clean water provisions for affected communities, allowing Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS while mitigating future contamination.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with chemical company Chemours over illegal discharges of PFAS 'forever chemicals' in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. The agreement includes a $22.5 million penalty, $90 million for mitigation, and pollution controls to reduce contamination and provide clean water to affected communities.

The Trump administration reached a $450 million settlement with chemical company Chemours Co. over illegal discharges of PFAS, requiring the company to pay penalties, mitigate pollution in three states, and implement controls to protect public health. The settlement allows Chemours to continue manufacturing PFAS for commercial and military use while addressing past contamination.

A panel of experts highlighted contamination in Lake Memphremagog, a drinking water source for 200,000 Quebec residents, due to PFAS and landfill leachate. Municipalities around the lake oppose discharging treated or untreated leachate into the watershed, citing environmental injustice and inadequate treatment standards. Current leachate practices risk long-term contamination, with captured PFAS being returned to landfills instead of being destroyed.

The Trump administration has rolled back environmental protections, including rescinding the EPA's greenhouse gas endangerment finding and weakening vehicle emissions standards, while Illinois under Gov. JB Pritzker and Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Director James Jennings has strengthened protections, particularly addressing PFAS chemicals.

The article discusses a potential climate meeting in London or Brussels, focusing on topics such as network codes, heatwaves, and PFAS. It questions the significance of the meeting's location.

Lyon’s PFAS czar is working to rally European cities to address PFAS pollution. The article highlights that local authorities, who first handle these issues, have the least influence.

A report by the Environmental Protection Network highlights how 'forever chemicals' like PFAS may contribute to male infertility by disrupting hormones and reproductive health. The study notes that 172 million Americans have PFAS in their drinking water, and the chemicals are present in blood samples across all age groups. Recommendations to reduce exposure include avoiding plastic food storage, checking water utility reports, and using certified filters.

Dakota County's online dashboard reveals PFAS levels in groundwater exceeding state and federal drinking water guidelines. The data highlights concerns about PFAS contamination in the area.

Residents in North Carolina are suing their county over landfill contamination, alleging that the county has known since 2023 that the landfill is leaching PFAS chemicals into drinking water. The lawsuit claims the contamination poses a health risk, and the article is published by the Border Belt Independent in collaboration with Inside Climate News.

Environmentalists sued Robeson County over PFAS contamination in drinking water caused by the Robeson County Landfill. The lawsuit claims the landfill's expansion and PFAS pollution endanger 67,000 residents relying on the Rocco Water Treatment Plant, which has the highest PFAS levels in North Carolina.

A survey revealed that most Americans are unaware that arsenic, nitrates, and PFAS may be present in their tap water, despite concerns about its safety.

Brussels is advancing energy and industrial plans that include CO2 emissions trading reform, oceanic sensors, and PFAS. The focus areas highlight efforts in environmental regulation and technological monitoring.

The article discusses food safety issues focusing on PFAS, gene editing, and farm policy. It highlights these topics as current hotspots in the field of food safety.

The European Chemicals Agency chief discusses challenges related to pressure and limited resources while overseeing the evaluation of 10,000 substances, including PFAS materials.

A study found PFAS chemicals in Israeli agricultural areas up to 19km from Gaza, linked to army explosions in the region. The contamination affects water and soil, raising health concerns like cancer and developmental issues. Researchers from Hebrew University, the Ministry of Health, and other institutions identified the pollution.

Tyco, a manufacturer of firefighting foam, agreed to a $10 million settlement with the state of Wisconsin over PFAS contamination in the water supply of northeastern Wisconsin that occurred over decades.

Tyco, a manufacturer of firefighting foam, agreed to a $10 million settlement with Wisconsin over decades of PFAS contamination in the state's water supply. The contamination affected northeastern Wisconsin and involved PFAS chemicals.

About half of California's tested waterways, including drinking water sources, are contaminated with PFAS 'forever chemicals' and pesticides. A new analysis of state and federal records reveals these contaminants, linked to health risks like cancer, in streams and rivers for the first systematic review.

About half of California waterways tested by regulators are contaminated with PFAS, 'forever chemicals,' linked to health issues like cancer. The analysis marks the first systematic check for these substances in streams and rivers, including drinking water sources.

Philadelphia City Council rejected proposed hotel and rideshare taxes aimed at funding pothole repairs and homelessness prevention. Fifty-two schools transitioned to virtual learning due to high temperatures, and new data shows rising PFAS contamination in the Delaware River, affecting over 14 million people.

Wisconsin and Tyco Fire Products have settled for $10 million to address PFAS contamination in Marinette, providing clean drinking water and environmental cleanup. The settlement concludes a 2022 lawsuit over Tyco's failure to disclose and remediate PFAS pollution, though a separate legal action against PFAS manufacturers remains pending.

Tyco agreed to a $10 million settlement with Wisconsin over PFAS water contamination caused by its firefighting foam. The contamination affected northeastern Wisconsin for decades, and the settlement was announced by the governor and attorney general.

Tyco Fire Products agreed to a $10 million settlement with Wisconsin over PFAS water contamination, addressing decades of pollution from firefighting foam. The settlement includes a trust fund for cleanup, with Tyco continuing to provide clean water solutions and monitoring. Governor Tony Evers and Attorney General Josh Kaul hailed the agreement as a milestone in the state's fight for clean water.

Six months after France banned PFAS 'forever chemicals,' the law remains unenforced. A protest against PFAS occurred in Lyon on October 4, 2025.

The Trump administration is rebranding Biden-era clean drinking water initiatives as 'Make America Healthy Again,' citing $1 billion for PFAS contamination and $2.9 billion for lead pipe removal. These funds were originally appropriated under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), with portions repurposed or delayed by the Trump administration, including $125 million shifted to wildfire prevention and a 2027 budget proposal cutting EPA funding by half.