PFAS Updates in First Half of 2024

In early 2024, the EPA advanced its regulation of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by classifying PFOA and PFOS as hazardous under CERCLA, requiring immediate reporting of releases and enabling enforcement of cleanup costs. New drinking water standards and proposed regulations for nine PFAS under RCRA highlight the urgency of tackling these harmful chemicals. Discover the latest updates and their implications for public health and environmental safety.

Illinois Pollution Control Board Moves Forward with PFAS Groundwater Quality Standards

On March 7, 2024, the Illinois Pollution Control Board took a significant step forward by advancing proposed groundwater quality standards for six per- and polyfluororalkyl substances (PFAS). This move, which includes a proposed standard for PFAS based on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recent guidelines, invites public comments and addresses critical concerns raised during previous hearings. With standards set for substances like PFOA and PFOS, the Board emphasizes the importance of establishing these regulations ahead of drinking water standards. Discover the details of this pivotal decision and its implications for environmental protection in Illinois.