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link to “Forever Chemicals” found in New Mexico’s water

“Forever Chemicals” found in New Mexico’s water

USGS scientists found "forever chemicals" (PFAS) in New Mexico's water, with the highest concentrations found downstream of urban areas, indicating cities as a major source of this pollution.

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EPA announces drinking water limits for forever chemicals

The EPA announces the first-ever federal drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals, with strict limits designed to protect public health, alongside federal funding to help water systems implement...

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Artificial turf: It’s a damned if you do, damned if you don’t story

A California city bans artificial turf installation to avoid harmful chemicals, encouraging eco-friendly landscaping instead, hinting at broader regulatory trends.

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link to Mapping out America’s “forever chemicals” in community water systems

Mapping out America’s “forever chemicals” in community water systems

Elevated levels of "forever chemicals" (PFAS) have been found in water delivered to millions of Americans. A new map by SimpleLab reveals the affected areas.

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link to Regulatory burdens: Senator fights for affordable water in Wyoming’s rural areas

Regulatory burdens: Senator fights for affordable water in Wyoming’s rural areas

Senator Lummis defends Wyoming's rural water providers, highlighting their struggles with EPA regulations, rising costs due to the 'forever chemicals' PFAS, and Superfund law liabilities

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link to Arizona sues alleged “forever chemicals” manufacturers

Arizona sues alleged “forever chemicals” manufacturers

Arizona’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against companies accused of using ‘forever chemicals’ and has joined a coalition of 17 states asking the EPA to issue enforceable drinking water...

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    This is a test.

  2. Deborah on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 9, 2026

    Good insights! I am quite concerned about this situation. We need several long-lasting storms. Here in early March, it's unusually…

  3. Helen c on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 8, 2026

    As long as the feds continue to allow data centers, and impede alternative energy sources, we're doomed. These programs are…

  4. Helen c on Low snowpack raises concerns for Colorado River BasinMarch 8, 2026

    It is so obvious that the entire larger ecosystem is interdependent on factors that we've been aware of, and done…

  5. Laura on RealWaterTA: EPA announces “back to basics” water initiativeMarch 7, 2026

    Well, this looks and feels like a sound idea. I find myself wondering if my little towns population is low…

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