Judge Halts Radioactive Waste Disposal at Wayne County Facility, Ensuring Community Safety

A judge has issued a ruling that halts all radioactive waste disposal at a facility in Wayne County, Michigan, in a significant legal setback for operations at the site. The decision comes as concerns mount over the environmental and health implications of storing hazardous materials in the area. The ruling follows arguments from local residents and environmental groups who have voiced apprehension about the potential risks associated with the facility. They contend that the management of radioactive waste poses a threat to public health, particularly given the site’s proximity to residential neighborhoods and waterways. The … Read more

Lawsuit Challenges EPA’s Controversial Decision to Allow Radioactive Material in Road Construction

WASHINGTON — A lawsuit was filed against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by the Center for Biological Diversity concerning the agency’s recent approval for the utilization of phosphogypsum in road construction. This decision aligns with a pilot project by Mosaic at its New Wales facility in Mulberry, Florida. Phosphogypsum, a radioactive waste byproduct from phosphate fertilizer production, contains uranium and radium, substances known to increase cancer risks and genetic damage. Historically, the EPA has banned the use of phosphogypsum in road construction due to its hazardous nature. However, this new approval marks a potential shift … Read more