3BL Media

DECEMBER 23, 2024

We provide solutions to maximize your efficiency in water and waste management, while complying with emerging PFAS regulations and treatment requirements. The outcome was that PFOA and PFOS are now non-detectable and the Borough is prepared to meet the future MCL requirements from the EPA.

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3BL Media

APRIL 30, 2024

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued its final rule regulating PFAS chemicals in drinking water supplies on April 10, 2024. The final PFAS regulation contains mostly minor changes to the EPA’s 2023 proposed rule. The EPA utilized the HI approach due to additive health risk from co-occurrence of these compounds.

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Green Technology

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The projects innovative approach includes a proof of concept, funded by grants from the Department of Water Resources and the EPA, which led to the development of data dashboards to monitor litter in the American River Basin. This has resulted in a consistent waste diversion rate of over 70%. Additionally, Ms. SmartWaste, Inc.

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Green Technology

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The projects innovative approach includes a proof of concept, funded by grants from the Department of Water Resources and the EPA, which led to the development of data dashboards to monitor litter in the American River Basin. This has resulted in a consistent waste diversion rate of over 70%. Additionally, Ms. SmartWaste, Inc.

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Capaccio Environmental

MAY 21, 2024

In April 2024, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) introduced a new regulation to limit the amount of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. For PFOA and PFOS, the EPA set the Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) at 4 parts per trillion (ppt), with the goal to eventually reduce the MCL down to zero.

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3BL Media

MARCH 26, 2025

Kimberly-Clarks tissue manufacturing site in Koblenz, Germany is on track to move to 100% renewable energy by 2029. The transition is intended to be completed by 2029 latest. The program allows Kimberly Clark Professional to manage the final destination of this waste, keeping it out of landfill and incinerators.

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