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CLARYfication 06.15.24 - Springfield CU Suing 3M For Polluting Water
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Gooood Saturday morning! Here's what James Clary covers today:
- Today we're discussing PFOAs.
- Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is one of a group of related chemicals known as perfluorinated alkylated substances (PFAS). This group is commonly used in non-stick and stain-resistant consumer products, food packaging, fire-fighting foam, and industrial processes.
- Have you watched the movie Dark Waters? The movie tells the story of Robert Bilott's case against the chemical manufacturing corporation DuPont after they contaminated a town with unregulated chemicals.
- But what does this have to do with Springfield?
- Springfield City Utilities is suing 3M Company, claiming the Springfield plant is polluting Jones Spring, Pearson Creek, and the James River.
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