New York Takes Aim at Chemical Giants Over PFAS Contamination In a move that highlights the growing scrutiny of chemical companies responsible for releasing toxic substances into the environment, New York state officials have announced they will not let 3M and DuPont forget their roles in the PFAS scandal. The highly publicized contamination of water sources with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has left thousands of people across the country without access to safe drinking water. New York's decision comes as part of a larger effort to hold the companies accountable for the harm caused by their products, which have been linked to serious health problems, including cancer and reproductive issues. As the state pursues action against 3M and DuPont, it remains to be seen what consequences these chemical giants will face for their roles in the PFAS contamination crisis.
New York will not let 3M and DuPont forget PFAS scandal ICLG