National Standards on PFAS in Drinking Water

SOURCE npr.org
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with President Biden's national climate advisor about the first national standards on PFAS in drinking water.

Key Points

  • First ever national standards on PFAS in drinking water
  • Efforts to protect public health from harmful chemicals

Pros

  • Setting national standards can help protect public health from harmful chemicals in drinking water.

Cons

  • Implementing national standards may require significant resources and funding.