Summary
The Wilmington City Council in North Carolina voted against the Chemours company's request to expand its Fayetteville plant. The decision was made due to concerns about chemical pollution in the water supply related to these expansions. Chemours wanted to expand production but claimed it would lower some emissions overall.
Key Facts
- The Wilmington City Council unanimously voted against Chemours Company’s expansion plans.
- The plant at the center of the issue is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
- Concerns focus on PFAS chemicals, which have been found in the local water supply and are linked to health hazards.
- Chemours claimed the expansion would reduce certain emissions by 15%.
- The council noted past issues with Chemours and its predecessor DuPont concerning water contamination.
- Wilmington officials are worried about public health risks and previous violations by Chemours.
- PFAS are long-lasting chemicals used in many products but are often found contaminating water sources.
- The council is urging Chemours to focus on public health and community dialogue over expansion plans.
