EPA Moves to Designate Two PFAS as Forever Chemicals—Fueling Demand for Quicker Clean-up
In its latest effort to address per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has moved to designate two “forever chemicals” as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), or Superfund law. The proposed rule applies to perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), clearing the way for […]
Navigating the Complexity and Cost Risk of EPA’s PFAS Roadmap
The EPA is moving quickly to establish new regulations regarding PFAS; greater regulatory oversight could impact environmental remediation requirements and trigger new liabilities. The clock is ticking to address these environmental issues, with new regulations expected to continuously roll out over the next few years. Learn more with Navigating the Complexities and Cost Risk of […]
EPA Unveils Sweeping New Strategy for Regulating PFAS Chemicals in Drinking Water
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces a new initiative aimed at addressing highly toxic chemicals known as polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The plan includes an accelerated timeline for regulating, remediating, and researching two widely-used PFAS compounds, Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS)—designating them as hazardous chemicals under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability […]
Hogan Heading for the Big Apple
The historic New York Athletic Club will be the backdrop for the Environmental Risk & Litigation Conference next month and The ELAM Group’s President James Hogan is on the slate of speakers for the annual event, participating in the panel discussion: PFAS Environmental Risks – What are People Actually Doing? “This conference will offer attendees […]
