**Chemours to Pay $450 Million in Water Pollution Settlement** In a major victory for environmental advocates, the US government has reached a landmark settlement with Chemours, a leading manufacturer of toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS. The Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency, and West Virginia have announced that Chemours will pay an estimated $450 million to address water pollution allegations. The chemicals, used in a range of products from firefighting foam to non-stick cookware, have contaminated water sources across the country, posing significant health risks to millions of Americans. The settlement marks a significant step towards holding companies accountable for the devastating impact of PFAS on communities nationwide.
{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story US settles with PFAS-maker Chemours The federal government has settled a water pollution case against Chemours, which makes and uses toxic forever chemicals. © Carolyn Kaster/AP The Justice Department, Environmental Protection Agency and West Virginia announced Wednesday that Chemours would pay an estimated $450...
