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Australia Urges Ban on Toxic 'Forever Chemicals' in Water

1/22/2025

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Australian water providers, led by Sydney Water, are calling for a ban on harmful "forever chemicals" to safeguard public health from cancer-causing toxins. With alarming research revealing widespread PFAS contamination in drinking water, the Biden administration is stepping up with clean water initiatives to combat this growing threat and protect vulnerable communities.

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Australian water providers, led by Sydney Water, are calling for a ban on harmful "forever chemicals" to safeguard public health from cancer-causing toxins. With alarming research revealing widespread PFAS contamination in drinking water, the Biden administration is stepping up with clean water initiatives to combat this growing threat and protect vulnerable communities.