The Guardian • 2026-04-03

EPA moves to designate microplastics and pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water

Proposal, a win for RFK Jr’s Maha movement, is a ‘first step’ toward tackling plastic pollution, advocates say

Los Angeles Times • 2026-04-02

Federal health and environmental agencies to study microplastics and pharmaceuticals in drinking water

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said Thursday they plan to study microplastics and pharmaceuticals in U.S. drinking water.

Los Angeles Times • 2026-03-26

Iran war's environmental toll could leave damage and health risks for decades, experts say

The Iran war is unleashing a toxic mix of chemicals, heavy metals and other pollutants that threaten everything from agriculture to drinking water to people’s health.