The Cape Fear River Basin, lifeline to 1.5 million North Carolina residents, sits at the heart of a brewing dispute. Cities like Asheboro, Greensboro, and Reidsville continue dumping a chemical called 1,4-dioxane into its waters — a move that environmentalists say jeopardizes communities downstream. The cities, however, claim legality, citing favorable court decisions and the … Read more
Imagine sipping water from your North Carolina tap, unaware it’s laced with toxic “forever chemicals” from factories upriver. A new state plan greenlights that pollution, dodging limits and penalties, while voices cry out for protection. It’s a murky mix of industry sway and public health—let’s wade into this troubling tale. North Carolina’s Toxic Pass For … Read more
Millions of Americans unknowingly consume tap water tainted with harmful, unregulated chemicals, according to a new study by the Silent Spring Institute. Researchers found over 97 million people in the United States have been exposed to contaminants that pose potential health risks, highlighting a growing concern about water quality nationwide. What Are the Contaminants? The … 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
A recent study has uncovered a concerning link between wastewater treatment plants and the contamination of drinking water with persistent “forever chemicals.” These substances, primarily associated with prescribed drugs and industrial pollutants, may be exposing millions of Americans to potential health risks as conventional treatment methods fail to eliminate them. Moreover, climate change is exacerbating … Read more
This week, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) banned two chemicals associated with cancer. However, environmental activists and those impacted by toxic exposure are urging more comprehensive measures. Retired Marine Corps Master Sergeant Jerry Ensminger, a vocal advocate for addressing chemical contamination, emphasized the EPA’s need for additional support to combat “forever chemicals.” Speaking on NewsNation … 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
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a sweeping ban on two widely used but hazardous industrial solvents: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE). The decision marks a significant step in addressing the long-standing health risks posed by these chemicals, commonly found in everyday products and industrial processes. Understanding TCE: A Decades-Long Hazard A Ubiquitous … Read more
According to a recent U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) report, over 70 million people across the contiguous United States may be consuming water from sources contaminated by PFAS chemicals, a group of synthetic compounds linked to health risks. This analysis is the first national estimate of PFAS presence in untreated groundwater supplying both public and private … Read more
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step to protect public health by issuing an emergency ban on the use of a pesticide known to pose serious risks to fetal development. This marks the first such emergency action by the EPA in four decades, underscoring the gravity of the situation. Immediate Ban on … Read more