Ohio Distributes $65 Million from DuPont Settlement to Improve Drinking Water Systems
The State of Ohio has initiated the distribution of $65 million from a $110 million settlement with DuPont to enhance drinking water systems in communities affected by PFAS contamination. This funding will be allocated to various projects aimed at improving water safety, including the development of new drinking water sources, installation of PFAS treatment systems, and connecting private wells to public water systems. These efforts are expected to benefit over 75,000 residents, ensuring access to safe drinking water. The settlement originated from a 2018 lawsuit against DuPont, which alleged that the company discharged harmful PFAS compounds from its Washington Works facility in West Virginia, affecting communities in southeastern Ohio.