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Nearly Half of U.S. Water Supplies Contaminated, Threatening Breweries

5/9/2025

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A startling study by RTI International shows that nearly half of U.S. municipal water supplies are tainted with PFAS "forever chemicals," posing a threat to the craft beer industry. With 18% of breweries in contaminated regions, some beers are surpassing EPA safety limits. Experts are calling for enhanced water testing and filtration to protect consumers.

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Story summary

A startling study by RTI International shows that nearly half of U.S. municipal water supplies are tainted with PFAS "forever chemicals," posing a threat to the craft beer industry. With 18% of breweries in contaminated regions, some beers are surpassing EPA safety limits. Experts are calling for enhanced water testing and filtration to protect consumers.