Maryland’s Action for PFAS Removal and Testing Standards
The Maryland Department of the Environment has announced a plan to begin testing the state’s water sources for PFAS – …
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The Negative Effects of Stormwater on Your Drinking Water
Stormwater is the runoff from excess rain and melted snow that does not go straight into the ground but instead …
The Dangerous Effect of Coal-Powered Plants on Drinking Water Quality
The poisonous discharge of coal-powered plants has a disturbing effect on the quality of drinking water. Power plant discharge accounts …
The Importance of Proper Wastewater Disposal
The Importance of Proper Wastewater Disposal Untreated sewage is a serious concern for our health and the environment. Sewage, which …
The EPA’s Toxic Release Inventory Report (And What It Means for Your Water)
If you have hazardous chemicals in your community, you deserve to know. U.S. facilities must report the management of chemicals …
Why You Should Be Concerned About Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) in Your Water
Haloacetic acids are byproducts that occur during the chlorination of water – a procedure used by water treatment plants, such …
High-Tech Plumbing Trends That Will Improve Your Home
If it’s been awhile since you looked at options for your home’s plumbing, now is a great time to learn …
The New Clean Water Act Ruling Could Impact Your Drinking Water
The recent amendments to the Clean Water Act that have come into effect under the President’s administration narrow the definition …
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. …
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 …