PFAS

A federal EPA proposal to ease regulations on PFAS, so called forever chemicals, is drawing criticism in New York, where the compounds have led to contamination of water and soil, and health concerns.

A law that takes effect in New York State in the new year bans the use of PG+FAS chemicals in clothing to reduce exposure shown to cause cancer and other ailments.

New mapping by the EPA illustrates the potential for contamination of the Great Lakes and other water resources.

SUNY ESF and Clarkson University have partnered to co-lead a new Center of Excellence to research and solve threats to the state’s water resources. CoE…