WASHINGTON (April 19, 2024) - Polluters will now be forced to pay for PFAS cleanup, a move that came from the Biden administration.
EPA officials said they will hold those responsible who contribute to the release of PFAS into the environment. This also includes companies that manufacture PFAS or use it in the manufacturing processes.
PFAS, which stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a class of chemicals found in a range of consumer products such as Teflon pans, waterproof apparel and cosmetics.
The George Washington University has experts available to discuss ‘forever chemicals’ and the latest update from the EPA. To schedule an interview with an expert, please contact GW Media Relations at [email protected].
Jordan Kuiper, is an environmental and prenatal, perinatal, pediatric epidemiologist at the GW Milken Institute School of Public Health. His research focuses on children’s environmental health
Dan Goldberg, an assistant research professor at the GW Milken Institute School of Public Health is an expert on climate change, environmental occupational health and global environmental health.
Emily Hammond, Glen Earl Weston Research Professor at the George Washington University Law School. Hammond is a nationally recognized expert in energy, environmental and administrative law.
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