Virginia PVC Pipes Have A Vinyl Chloride Problem

A biohazard symbol formed from PVC pipes near a Virginia water utility plant, with workers inspecting damaged pipes and modern replacements nearby.

Virginia’s ongoing expansion underscores the urgent need for secure and sustainable water systems. As cities modernize, critical decisions about infrastructure materials will shape the health and safety of residents for decades. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) current review of vinyl chloride, a chemical central to polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, casts new scrutiny on one … Read more