The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has introduced an interim strategy for regulating Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in stormwater and wastewater discharges through its national permitting system that promises to have far-reaching impacts on...
As 2020 comes to a close and we begin to discuss in earnest the potential impacts of a Biden-Harris administration on U.S. environmental policy, it is important to look at the current and potential PFAS consumer products regulations. While more movement has occurred...
In multidistrict litigation in South Carolina surrounding the alleged effects of PFAS-containing aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) used in firefighting, the number of plaintiffs continues to grow and the short-term and long-term relief requested continues to evolve....
In a time when the Environmental Protection Agency’s general policy toward noncompliance has been one of restraint to account for the obstacles presented by COVID-19, the agency has nevertheless continued to move forward in an aggressive manner on regulation of Per-...
Another lawsuit has been brought in North Carolina against DuPont Co. and Chemours Co. founded upon the alleged release of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into the environment. The suit was filed within days of the news breaking that the Securities and...
Regulating bodies and regulated entities alike are feeling increasing pressure to act on PFAS, the “forever chemicals.” This pressure is coming from all angles as Congress, the courts, and the executive branch reckon with the continually growing and evolving...