EPA Proposes Rule on PFAS Customer Notifications

The latest edition of the 'Contaminants Compass' highlights significant EPA actions regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including a proposed rule clarifying supplier notification obligations for PFAS in mixtures. Stakeholders have raised questions about when these notification requirements take effect, prompting an extension for public comments on the rule until March 2025. Additionally, litigation continues regarding the EPA's designation of certain PFAS as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. Concerns about the transport and disposal of contaminated waste in Victoria, Australia, have emerged, with local officials expressing frustration over a lack of consultation regarding permits. This situation underscores ongoing issues relating to environmental management and public safety amidst rising concerns about emerging pollutants globally. The call for interdisciplinary research on emerging pollutants reflects the urgent need for effective strategies to understand and mitigate their impacts.