Read the full article by Elodie Gibbons (Indiana Environmental Reporter)
“On the 2nd of October, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a $72 million grant to combat PFAS contamination, commonly known as ‘forever chemicals,’ in the Great Lakes region.
This initiative is working to address the growing environmental and public health concerns associated with these chemicals. PFAS are widely found in consumer products and persist in water systems for decades, threatening both ecosystems and human health.
The grant will fund research, testing, and cleanup efforts in one of North America’s most vital freshwater sources, benefiting communities throughout the region.”…