EPA Scales Back Limits on PFAS Chemicals in Drinking Water

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency wants to maintain legally enforceable limits on the most-studied types of "forever" chemicals known as PFAS but would roll back standards established for four other types, including GenX. 

PFAS: Are ‘forever chemicals’ the next big test for civil engineers?

“Forever chemicals” were once a niche environmental concern – but are rapidly becoming a mainstream infrastructure challenge. The post PFAS: Are ‘forever chemicals’ the next big test for civil engineers? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Contractor Liability Risk Grows as EPA Retains PFOA and PFOS Superfund Designations

Lack of clarity over liability for "forever chemicals" present in contaminated sites has contractors worried, says AGC.

Admixture manufacturer acquires waterproofing specialist

Two specialists in construction chemicals are coming together.

‘Forever chemicals’: 7 reasons construction needs to know about them

Why ‘forever chemicals’ are fast becoming a mainstream issue for any contractor involved in demolition, earthworks, or remediation. The post ‘Forever chemicals’: 7 reasons construction needs to know about them appeared first on Construction Management.