Attorney general investigating industries that pollute NC’s waterways with PFAS
Source: https://www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/, August 12, 2020
By: Greg Barnes
North Carolina’s attorney general says he has started an investigation into manufacturers that contaminate the state’s waterways with per-or polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS or “forever chemicals.”
“North Carolinians expect and deserve clean water to drink,” Attorney General Josh Stein said in a news release on Monday announcing his investigation. “The emergence of forever chemicals like PFAS has led to significant and dangerous pollution – and we must hold those responsible accountable.” Read more.