The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has identified nine 'forever chemicals' for elimination from manufacturing processes.
Leah Garden reports for Business Green.
In short:
- The EPA's new initiative focuses on reducing the use of harmful 'forever chemicals' in various industries.
- This action is a response to growing concerns about the environmental and health impacts of these chemicals.
- Industries are now adapting to this change, signaling a shift towards more sustainable practices.
Key quote:
"Manufacturing and chemical industries are responding to the new business-as-usual."
— Leah Garden, Business Green
Why this matters:
The EPA's decision underscores the urgent need to address environmental health risks. By targeting these chemicals, the move could significantly improve public health and set a precedent for global environmental policies.
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