PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals,” are found in several North Carolina waterways, including the Cape Fear River.

"These are a class of compounds that persist." Federal government blocks cleanup funds as city officials scramble to contain ...

Chemours and its PAC gave $16,500 to NC GOP lawmakers amid PFAS legislation debate, raising concerns from residents living near polluted water sources.

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During a meeting Friday, EPA leaders encouraged more than 1,500 within its Office of Research and Development to reapply for ...

Researchers see mixed results trying to replace fluorinated chemicals in refrigeration, textiles, and ion-exchange membranes ...

Chemours said evidence doesn't support arguments that GenX at low levels is a health threat. The company has sharply reduced PFAS discharges. So far, sampling has found nearly 12% of U.S. water ...

PFAS in drinking water created a crisis for many communities In North Carolina, runoff from a Chemours plant contaminated the Cape Fear River, creating a crisis for cities like Wilmington that use ...

PFAS in drinking water created a crisis for many communities In North Carolina, runoff from a Chemours plant contaminated the Cape Fear River, creating a crisis for cities like Wilmington that use it ...

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