PFAS

Sewer District’s PFAS sampling results favorable, indicate expected levels for the service area

Results fall below proposed standards and existing screening levels, and help inform next steps in investigative process MADISON — Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District presented the results of its testing for PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, in the local wastewater cycle today. The results were as expected based on the characteristics of the District’s 187-square-mile ... read full story

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Sewer District launches website dedicated to PFAS education, information

Minimizing the use of PFAS in homes and businesses is key to reducing PFAS pollution MADISON — Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District has launched a new website, madsewerpfasinitiative.org, which highlights the District’s work to address the pollutants known as PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, in the wastewater system. The site also provides information and education ... read full story

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Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District Commission greenlights plan, timeline for PFAS research and testing

Plan will fill gaps in knowledge, provide meaningful data MADISON, WIS. — Today the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) Commission approved a resolution that allows the District to move forward with a comprehensive plan and timeline for testing and monitoring for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in wastewater and biosolids. “There is still much ... read full story

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