North Carolina is advancing a framework to combat per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in surface water. These measures include targeted monitoring and minimization efforts aimed at reducing pollution while alleviating cleanup costs for utilities and consumers. At a recent meeting, the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission (EMC) reviewed plans outlined by the Department of … Read more
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has expanded its Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) to include nine additional “forever chemicals.” This move is aimed at increasing transparency and helping communities monitor the release of these persistent substances into their environments. What Are Forever Chemicals? Forever chemicals, technically referred to as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic … Read more
PFAS Contamination Extends to Homegrown Produce A new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry has revealed alarming levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” in fruits and vegetables grown near the Chemours Fayetteville Works Plant in North Carolina. The findings highlight an additional pathway of human … Read more
A comprehensive new report published in ACS ES&T Water reveals that 99% of bottled water brands worldwide contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), widely known as “forever chemicals.” This startling figure highlights a pervasive contamination issue, challenging assumptions that bottled water provides a purer alternative to tap water. PFAS are synthetic chemicals valued for their … Read more
An unsettling revelation is shaking the foundations of American agriculture. For decades, a government-endorsed fertilizer has quietly poisoned farmlands with hazardous chemicals, threatening both farmers and the broader food chain. A new investigation has uncovered that municipal sewage, commonly referred to as “black sludge” and widely used as fertilizer, contains dangerous levels of PFAS, a … Read more
Overview of the 3M Lawsuit A class action lawsuit filed against 3M Company, EIDP Inc. (formerly E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company), and The Chemours Company accuses these chemical manufacturers of selling soil and stain repellents containing hazardous “forever chemicals” to carpet manufacturers. Plaintiffs Vicki Peterson and Paul Sadeghi claim that these companies failed … Read more
Residents in Norfolk, Virginia, particularly those on Llewellyn Avenue, face ongoing sewage problems that severely impact their daily lives. The smell of sewage and recurring blockages in home plumbing have become an unwelcome norm for this community. A Decade-Long Struggle Ealecia Morrison, a resident of Llewellyn Avenue, has been particularly vocal about the issue. For … Read more
Early Discoveries at 3M In 1997, Kris Hansen, a chemist at 3M Corporation, embarked on an unexpected journey that would unveil alarming truths about chemical contamination. Known for inventing Scotch Tape and Post-it notes, 3M produced a variety of products containing fluorochemicals. These man-made compounds, found in products like Scotchgard and Scotchban, played a crucial … Read more
Sharon Lerner, a seasoned investigative journalist with ProPublica, uncovered a disturbing story of corporate negligence. Michael Costa interviewed Lerner on The Daily Show, where she detailed how 3M, a major American corporation, ignored and suppressed evidence about the risks of PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals.” These chemicals persist in the environment and human … Read more
Update: Class Action Lawsuit Review Select Justice are reviewing cases of individuals and families affected by the Camp Lejeune water contamination. If you either lived or worked at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina from 1954 to 1987 and have been affected, follow this link to see if you are subject to compensation: Select Justice Camp Lejeune … Read more