#ethylene-oxide

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Ars Technica
1 month ago
OMG science

EPA seeks to cut "Cancer Alley" pollutants

The EPA announced new rules to reduce ethylene oxide and chloroprene emissions, primarily associated with 'Cancer Alley' in Louisiana.
Despite industry opposition, the regulations require monitoring and fixing emission problems at chemical manufacturing facilities. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Public health

EPA Tightens Limits on a Cancer-Causing Chemical Used to Sterilize Medical Equipment

EPA imposes stricter limits on ethylene oxide for medical equipment sterilization to reduce cancer risks.
New rule targets 90 facilities to cut ethylene oxide emissions by 90% and includes air testing and pollution control requirements. [ more ]
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