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A new report from a government accountability group alleges the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency hasn’t regulated key pollutants in wastewater from plastics plants across the country – including 22 in Louisiana. The Environmental Integrity Project, a nonprofit group that presses for stronger enforcement of environmental laws, found the facilities allow nitrogen, phosphorus and dioxins to seep into waterways such as the Mississippi River. All pose environmental and health risks, but they are legally allowed to be released because of outdated federal regulations. #BizNewOrleans https://lnkd.in/gCHY8m7N

David Pratt felt relieved upon learning that the Environmental Protection Agency banned two known carcinogens used in consumer products and dry cleaning. Environmental advocates pushed for the banning of some of the chemicals for over 30 years, he said. Both have been used since the early 1900s. https://lnkd.in/g7a3a6-f

The EPA has established the first-ever drinking water standards for PFAS (also known as "forever chemicals") and our attorneys are sharing their insights. The rule is expected to apply only to public drinking water systems and the EPA did not confirm what consequences non-compliant water systems may face. Read what Akerman Environmental Litigation lawyers Matt Schroeder, Ellen Robbins, and Madison Torry have to say about it here https://lnkd.in/eJddJ6vQ. #pfas #environmentallaw

Ropers Majeski Of Counsel Kiki Stewart underscores the importance of the EPA's designation of two prevalent PFAS as hazardous substances, prompting cleanup obligations and potentially escalating PFAS-related legal actions.   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gm7gGsVH   #pfas #epa #pollution #environmentallaw #ropersmajeski

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The recent rulings designating two widely used PFAS as hazardous substances under CERCLA (the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act) has put PFAS back in the news. Terracon’s environmental experts have been working on PFAS-related objectives since 2006, with projects in states from coast to coast. Do you have questions about PFAS or need a partner to advise you? Let’s put our expertise to work for you: https://lnkd.in/girA7x22

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DOJ's Environmental Crimes Section publishes monthly bulletins that are worth a read (https://lnkd.in/dpMFZqt4). Out of curiosity (and lack of a social life), I tallied up the types of cases they've been working on over the last six months. It gives an interesting overview. Critter cases lead the pack by far with emissions control tampering (often with diesel engines) a distant second.

Environmental damage is one of the biggest construction risks due to the use of many chemicals and machinery on-site. Many contractors prioritise insuring against unexpected pollution incidents to cover financial protection for the clean-up, legal costs, and any potential costs introduced by the Environmental Damage Regulations and other environmental laws. In our article below, we discuss the environmental pollution insurance options available: 🔗 - https://lnkd.in/euEwceSk #environmentaldamage #pollutioninsurance #constructionindustry

The EPA’s enforcement results for FY 2023 highlight a sharp rise in inspections focusing on contamination and pollution. Is your property at risk of EPA action? If yes, you need to act now. Environmental site assessments (ESAs) can identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulations, helping you avoid costly fines and legal action. Stay ahead of the game and protect your investments. Get an Environmental Site Assessment and safeguard your property from EPA enforcement. https://lnkd.in/deSRCFZ5 Source: https://lnkd.in/duh83gZ2