EPA Proposes Regulations for ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water

The EPA has proposed new drinking water standards for ‘forever chemicals.’ What does that mean for Vermont?

As many as 60 of Vermont’s roughly 700 public drinking water systems have detectable levels of PFAS that are below the state’s current standard but could be above a new national standard, according to state officials.

UK ministers under pressure to tighten laws on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Vast numbers of people drinking water with levels that would be banned in the US, research shows

Chicago Tribune investigative reporter on limiting ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Michael Hawthorne, Pulitzer-finalist investigative reporter who focuses on the environment and public health for the Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest news surrounding the Environmental Protection Agency limiting toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water.

EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing the first federal limits on harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water. The post EPA to limit toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water first appeared on Maryland Daily Record.

New Proposal to Limit 'Forever Chemicals' in Drinking Water

The EPA on Tuesday announced the proposal for six substances commonly known as PFAS, which are human-made chemicals that are used as oil and water repellents and coatings for common products including cookware, carpets, and textiles.

EPA proposes first standards to make drinking water safer from 'forever chemicals'

(CNN) -- The US Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed the first national drinking water standard for "forever chemicals" that are dangerous to human health. The move could radically affect drinking water for nearly everyone in the United States. The new rule intends to set drinking water standards for six per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS or "forever chemicals." PFAS are a family of ubiquitous synthetic chemic…