Last week, the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) proposed two permit updates that would require wastewater treatment facilities to monitor PFOS and PFOA in any biosolids that they produce for land application. The intent is to remove these “forever” chemicals from biosolids to prevent pollution of farm…

This weekend, 64 of 67 Pennsylvania counties experienced damage due to storms, and some remain without power. Flooding, as well as downed trees and powerlines, made many local and state roads impassable.   Assessments are now being completed to determine the level of damage, as eligibility for federal and state programs are based on countywide damage. If…