Dark Waters: The True Crime Of Teflon & Nonstick Pans | Robert Bilott, Esq.
Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark
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Chemical Regulation and Corporate Influence
This chapter examines the history and shortcomings of chemical regulation in the U.S., focusing on the Toxic Substances Control Act and the notion of corporate capture within the EPA. It details notable legal battles involving companies like DuPont and 3M, revealing how these corporations concealed information about hazardous chemicals while manipulating scientific research. The narrative underscores the long-term implications of 'forever chemicals' and the ethical challenges in proving harm from environmental exposures.
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