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TFA pollution in NC

Scientists say the ‘forever chemical’ TFA causes irreversible harm. In eastern NC, it’s everywhere.

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The discovery of TFA in blood and water samples raises questions about Chemours’ role in adding to the pollution burden.
Trump EPA rule puts NC wetlands at risk

New Trump EPA rule would drastically curb protections for NC wetlands

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If a new Trump EPA rule goes into effect, NC wetlands would be in more jeopardy, increasing the risk of flooding during major storms, environmental groups say. 
PFAS in NC

Hidden PFAS pollution uncovered in NC as EPA proposes reporting rollback

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As researchers uncover even more PFAS contamination in NC, the Trump administration wants to loosen PFAS regulations.
Mountain Valley Pipeline

Gas pipeline proposals in Virginia and NC worry community activists

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MVP’s Southgate Extension pipeline and Williams Companies’ Southeast Supply Enhancement Project are proposed in close proximity within a single NC county.
Spraying herbicide from the nozzle to Para Grass weeds

Report: Pesticide banned in 70+ countries widely used in NC

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A new analysis showed the harmful life cycle from production to application of a widely used pesticide in North Carolina.