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PFAS Contamination at GlobalFoundries Factory

GlobalFoundries' Vermont factory released PFAS chemicals into the Winooski River, exceeding safety limits and causing concern among local residents.

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GlobalfoundriesCornell UniversityVermont Department Of Environmental ConservationEnvironmental Protection AgencyThe Telegraph

Alison BombardDarren HaynesBreana Fucile

How did local residents respond to the news of the PFAS contamination?: Local residents expressed fear and concern about the PFAS contamination, calling for greater transparency and government intervention to address the environmental and health risks posed by GlobalFoundries' factory emissions.
What chemicals were released into the Winooski River by GlobalFoundries?: A Cornell University survey revealed GlobalFoundries' Vermont factory released 18 PFAS chemicals, including GenX, into the Winooski River. The concentration of GenX exceeded federal safety limits for drinking water, raising health concerns among local residents.
What are the current federal regulations on PFAS in drinking water and rivers?: The federal government has set limits on GenX in drinking water, but not in rivers, despite the potential for PFAS to reach drinking water sources and human bodies through various pathways.
How can people be exposed to the PFAS chemicals released into the Winooski River?: The released PFAS chemicals, including GenX, can enter the human body through air dispersion and consumption of fish from the Winooski River, a popular fishing spot. These chemicals accumulate in the body over time, increasing health risks even at low concentrations.
What information did GlobalFoundries disclose to the Vermont environmental agency, and what did they not disclose?: GlobalFoundries reported 17 PFAS chemicals to Vermont's environmental agency, complying with state law, but not disclosing GenX which is linked to various health issues including liver and kidney problems, fertility issues, and cancer.

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