New Jersey Wins $2 Billion Settlement From DuPont Over PFAS Contamination - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the recent $2 billion settlement won by New Jersey from DuPont over contamination caused by PFAS (per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances), also known as "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment. PFAS are widely used in consumer products such as food packaging, non-stick cookware, textiles, cosmetics, and firefighting foam because of their water- and grease-resistant properties. However, these chemicals do not break down naturally and have been linked to serious health issues, including cancers, fertility problems, and developmental disorders in children. Despite the growing evidence of harm, the U.S. federal government has cut nearly $15 million in research funding on PFAS contamination in farms, a move criticized by public health advocates as prioritizing corporate profits over citizen health. The article highlights the environmental and health risks posed by PFAS contamination in agriculture, noting that pesticides and sewage sludge used as fertilizer introduce these chemicals into soil and water, thereby entering the food supply. The