PFAS

Five European countries are currently working on a European restriction on per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), aiming to limit the risks these substances pose to people and the environment. A proposal is expected in January 2023 and the possible date of entry into force of this restriction is expected in 2025...

On 18 October 2021 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael S. Regan announced the agency’s comprehensive, nationwide Strategic Roadmap to confront per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) contamination. Verisk 3E Review The EPA's PFAS Strategic Roadmap is the result of a thorough analysis conducted by the EPA Council on...

Our “ 2021 Q3 Regulatory Roundup - What You Need to Know ” webinar is now available on demand. Watch as Verisk 3E Sr. Regulatory Research Analyst Denise Garlow provides insight on an array of regulatory changes around the globe. Key takeaways include: PFAS PFAS substances are hazardous, everywhere and...

On 10 June 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) emphasized its commitment to help reduce the potential risks to the public from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by announcing three important actions to better protect communities from pollution. Those actions include issuing a proposed rule allowing the EPA to...