EPA Releases Fact Sheets Regarding Perchlorate in Drinking Water
The EPA has released two fact sheets that may indicate that a federal drinking water standard for perchlorate isn’t necessary. ...
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Bayer to Pay $10 Billion to Settle Cancer Lawsuits
A recent legal settlement has left Bayer responsible for $10 billion to settle several cancer lawsuits and liabilities across the ...
The EPA Eases Enforcement
The Trump administration has recently announced that it will ease the enforcement of environmental regulations for companies. This decision came ...
The Growing Problem of Toxic Algae Invading Lakes
Harmful algae invading local lakes in Maryland can pose several health threats to animals and people if consumed. This contaminated ...
Toxic Byproducts from Disinfecting Water
The quality of your local drinking water is often influenced by a range of factors, including modern agricultural practices and ...
The Negative Effects Farming Has on Tap Water
While agriculture puts food on our tables, some modern agricultural practices result in pollution. This pollution can degrade the land, ...
Preliminary PFOA & PFOs Regulatory Determinations for Drinking Water
On February 20th, 2020, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed regulations for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS) ...
Why You Should Be Concerned About Trihalomehtanes In Water
Are you worried about trihalomethanes (THMs)? If not, you should be. These chemicals could pose a serious risk to your ...
How Does The EPA Establish Dangerous Water Contaminants?
Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has established guidelines for over 90 different dangerous water contaminants? Did ...
Health Effects of Pesticides in Your Water
Dangerous pesticides could make their way into your water, causing irreparable harm. Think about what pesticides do: they kill bugs. ...
How much lead is in DC water?
Water in Washington DC comes from the Potomac River. It is treated by DC Water at the Washington Aqueduct to ...
The Dangers of Arsenic in Your Home Water and How to Protect Your Family
Does the word “arsenic” leave a dirty taste in your mouth? It should. Arsenic is a dangerous chemical and has ...