Notice of Proposed Consent Decree Under the Clean Water Act, Toxic Substances Control Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the West Virginia Pollution Control Act
What happened
On June 24, 2026, the Department of Justice announced a proposed Consent Decree in a civil action against The Chemours Company, et al. The complaint alleged violations of environmental acts related to Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) at facilities in West Virginia, North Carolina, and New Jersey. The decree includes installing pollution control equipment, sampling drinking water with provisions for clean water, $90 million for PFAS mitigation projects, and a $22.5 million civil penalty.
Why it matters
This action aims to reduce PFAS pollution from Chemours facilities, potentially improving drinking water quality for nearby communities. The included penalty and mitigation projects demonstrate an effort to hold companies accountable for environmental violations and fund future clean-up efforts.
Who it affects
- ›The Chemours Company
- ›Communities near Parkersburg, West Virginia
- ›Communities near Deepwater, New Jersey
- ›Residents consuming drinking water in affected areas
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