IRVINE, Calif.—A group of Irvine residents gathered outside city hall on May 25 to protest a variety of issues, including some related to an asphalt-mixing plant. Various activist groups attended the rally, which was formed by the Stop Toxic Asphalt Pollutants (STAP) group, an Irvine-based organization seeking relief from the smell of burnt rubber. Members of the group…
Irvine Residents Call on City Council to Address ‘Public Health Crisis’
May 26, 2021
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PPE Equipment is Polluting Orange County’s Beaches
Orange County beaches are continuing to experience a “frustrating” amount of litter, with some waste brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, environmental advocates say. During a study of the impact of the pandemic on beaches, the Southern California Surfrider Foundation found personal protective equipment (PPE) to be amongst common waste. “The COVID-19 pandemic led to an almost…
Investigation Finds Toxic Chemicals in Water Across the US
Drinking water safety isn’t often top of mind unless it has made the news, such as the lead crisis in Flint, Michigan. However, the level of contamination in U.S. tap water is very concerning, whether your water supply is from the municipal water system or a well. Just because it looks clear and seems to…
US Judge Knocks Nearly $6 Million Off Fine for Exxon Baytown, Texas, Pollution
HOUSTON—A federal judge in Houston knocked $5.7 million off the fine Exxon Mobil faces for pollution from its largest U.S. crude oil refinery, according to court documents. U.S. District Judge David Hittner issued the ruling on Tuesday afternoon, imposing a $14.25 million penalty on Exxon for pollution from the Baytown, Texas, refinery and chemical plant…
EPA Says Rule Updates for Lead Pollution Will Better Protect Children’s Health
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) this week announced that it is adopting new rules that require water utilities to alert customers.
EPA Says Lead Pollution Rule Updates Will Better Protect Children’s Health
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) this week announced that it is adopting new rules that require water utilities to alert customers.
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