We’re facing a ‘forever chemicals’ crisis. We must stop Pfas at the source

John Sutter : Pfas , or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, aren’t just lingering in that community they’re everywhere.

Pfas have been linked to cancer, birth defects, developmental and reproductive disorders and weakened immune systems.

Despite the risks, the EPA has encouraged farmers to spread sewage sludge contaminated with Pfas across cropland and pastures.

The EPA 's own report confirms that reducing Pfas from industrial wastewater means less contamination in sludge.

Clean Water Act permits protect our nation’s waters from toxic pollution.

Renewing the permit with stronger protections will curb PFAS entering the facility and their eventual release into the air we breathe and water we drink.