Face masks emerge as flashpoint in PFAS debate

by E&E News | July 13, 2021
“Republicans opposing measures aiming to crack down on “forever chemicals” are pointing to the presence of the toxic substances in face masks worn to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 to bolster their arguments against advancing legislation. “The line that we can ...

National parks shouldn’t be Disneyland: Balancing conservation with economic input

by MSN |
“In May the NPS published new guidance for park managers that directs them to decide what species and landscapes they want to preserve and what they will let go. The document says that “it will not be possible to safeguard all park resources, processes, assets, and values in their ...

Parents Want Better School Ventilation This Fall. But the Devil is in the Details — and the Expense

by The 74 Million | July 12, 2021
“When RAND Inc. researchers last spring presented parents with a list of 13 items that would make them feel safe about in-person schooling this fall, parents’ top priority wasn’t teacher or student vaccines, social distancing or regular COVID testing. It was ventilation. Perhaps ...

E.P.A. Approved Toxic Chemicals for Fracking a Decade Ago, New Files Show

“For much of the past decade, oil companies engaged in drilling and fracking have been allowed to pump into the ground chemicals that, over time, can break down into toxic substances known as PFAS — a class of long-lasting compounds known to pose a threat to people and wildlife ...

Freedom To Choose – PFAS Free PPE

“Our Kyla Bennett appears on The 25 Live Podcast to discuss our work to make PFAS-free firefighting gear possible. The NFPA 1971 TIA 1594 would remove the UV light test and give manufacturers the opportunity to design and distribute PFAS free Fire Gear. More information can be found ...
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