Strengthening Water Safety – The Impact of Lead and Copper Regulations
Ensuring safe drinking water is crucial to public health. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead and Copper Rule (LCR), established in 1991, aims to reduce lead and copper contamination in drinking water, particularly in older homes with corroded pipes. These contaminants pose serious health risks, including kidney damage, developmental delays, and brain impairment, especially in […]
EPA Introduces Groundbreaking Drinking Water Standards for PFAS
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken a significant step forward in safeguarding public health by issuing the first-ever drinking water standards for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This landmark action addresses growing concerns over the widespread presence of these persistent chemicals in water sources across the United States. PFAS, often referred to as “forever […]
All you need to know about EPA’s Revised Lead and Copper Rule (LCR)
EPA has been aggressive in reducing the risk of exposure to lead in drinking water and has been hosting virtual meetings starting April 2021. The Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) revisions mainly discuss issues of Lead in drinking water faced by the people from cities to towns. As part of the first action plan, ten […]