EPA Reports Slight Uptick In Toxic Releases For Wisconsin In 2017


EPA Reports Slight Uptick In Toxic Releases For Wisconsin In 2017


The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says Wisconsin saw an uptick in the release of toxic chemicals in 2017, the most recent reporting period. But the announcement comes as the state and nation is seeing an overall decline in the last decade.

The EPA tracks toxic chemicals that may pose a threat to human health and the environment through its Toxics Inventory Release list. Wisconsin industries reported they managed just under 360 million pounds of chemical waste that was a byproduct of their production in 2017, which increased about around 5 percent from 2016...

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Ken Notes: We have been trending down for several years. We now have some challenges from a small number of businesses who have all expressed willingness to work on any issues. This is a good thing -- we have entered an era of cooperation. I like awareness and correction rather that blame and punishment.

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