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EPA Sets Lower Standards For 'Forever Chemicals' In Drinking Water

The EPA’s goal for public exposure to PFAS from drinking water is zero, although it will not be enforceable.

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Chemours Will Sample For PFAS At Washington Works Site, EPA Says

The EPA says the Chemours Company will sample soil, surface water, sediment and groundwater for PFAS at its Washington Works site near Parkersburg.

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State Gets EPA Funding To Address 'Forever Chemicals' In Drinking Water

The Department of Environmental Protection will receive $1 million from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to address PFAS in drinking water sources.

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Scientist Talks PFAS Contamination, Solutions On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, tap water testing conducted in 18 states by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) found New Martinsville had the second-highest level of PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in the country at 40 parts per trillion. Chris Schulz spoke with EWG senior scientist Tasha Stoiber about water contamination, its health risks, and possible solutions.

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