PFAS Regulations in 2025: What EHS Professionals Need to Know
13 hours ago · 1. PFAS are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down easily in the environment or the human body. 2. Due to their extensive use, PFAS have been found …
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Critical Rule to Clean up PFAS ...
Apr 19, 2024 · The Biden-Harris Administration designates PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances under Superfund law, requiring polluters to pay for investigation and cleanup of …
A new sensor detects harmful “forever chemicals” in drinking water ...
Mar 11, 2024 · MIT chemists have designed a sensor that can measure tiny amounts of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water samples. PFAS are harmful …
Biden administration sets first national standard to limit ‘forever ...
Apr 10, 2024 · CNN — The Biden administration finalized the first national standard to limit dangerous “forever chemicals” found in nearly half of the drinking water in the United States. …
EPA sets first-ever limits on PFAS in water | AP News
Apr 10, 2024 · The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced its first-ever limits for several common types of PFAS, the so-called "forever chemicals," in drinking water.
EPA announces first-ever national regulations for "forever ... - CBS News
Apr 11, 2024 · The EPA announced its first-ever national regulation limiting the amount of six types of PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in public water systems. The new standards aim to …
Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes First-Ever National Drinking ...
Apr 10, 2024 · The Biden-Harris Administration issued the first-ever national, legally enforceable drinking water standard to protect communities from exposure to harmful per-and …
Press Releases Related to PFAS | US EPA - U.S. Environmental …
Feb 20, 2024 · Find out the latest news and updates on PFAS, the per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances that pose environmental and health risks. Read the press releases from the US …
FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Critical Action to ...
Apr 10, 2024 · The Biden-Harris Administration is taking critical action to protect communities from PFAS pollution, which is linked to serious health problems. EPA sets the first-ever …
PFAS 'forever chemicals' are everywhere. Here's what you should …
Jun 22, 2022 · Manufacturers use PFAS to make products resistant to oil, heat, stain, or water. They are found in everything from cosmetics, to outdoor gear, non-stick pans, food wrappers, …