PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • February 1, 2022
The Maine Department of Environmental Protection has a tough road ahead in identifying land and groundwater contaminated with PFAS also known as “forever chemicals.” Inspectors have identified more than 700 licensed sites around the state. Once contaminated, there’s little landowners can do to limit exposure to the industrial compounds. Inspectors have identified more than 700 licensed sites around the state. Once contaminated, there’s little landowners can do to limit exposure to the industrial compounds used in products like nonstick cookware and rain gear. The Legislature should not wait any longer to stop spreading forever chemicals.