U.S. Averages One Chemical Accident Every Two Days, Analysis Finds
A map by the Coalition to Prevent Chemical Disasters shows that chemical accidents are happening at a rate of one every two days in the U.S.
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A map by the Coalition to Prevent Chemical Disasters shows that chemical accidents are happening at a rate of one every two days in the U.S.
Guardian analysis of data in light of Ohio train derailment shows accidental releases are happening consistently
In response to the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, on February 3 that spilled at least four toxic chemicals hazardous to human health and the environment, John Hocevar, Greenpeace Oceans Campaign Director, said: “We are deeply concerned for the health and well being of all residents of East Palestine exposed to toxic chemicals in this ongoing disaster. One of these, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), is the third-most widely produced plastic in the world. It is also one of the most dangerous forms of plastic.”
On January 10, FINRA published its “2023 Report on FINRA’s Examination and Risk Management Program” (Report) — FINRA’s third annual compendium of guidance, covering key topics and...
Sen. Cory Booker called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to strengthen its regulations that cover some of the biggest chemical facilities.