In our latest episode, partner Tanya C. Nesbitt interviews Dr. Jen Wollenberg of Integral Consulting, a leading U.S. science, engineering, and environmental consulting firm, about an emergent contaminant: microplastics. From our tap water and food to consumer products and even the air we breathe, tiny plastic particles have made their way into nearly every corner of our world—and our bodies. Tanya and Dr. Wollenberg examine the science, sources, regulatory landscape, and what the growing presence of microplastics might mean for the manufacturing and consumer goods industries. As the science evolves and public awareness grows, microplastics are increasingly becoming a focal point for litigation, product liability, environmental compliance, and sustainability disclosure. The discussion examines what companies should be thinking about now to stay ahead of the curve as regulatory pressures mount.

Environmental L..A.W.S. - Pollution You Can't See - 7.2025

This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about how painting roofs white can significantly reduce urban heat, and a new study showing that chemicals from tires are ending up in almost all of our lettuce and other parts of our food supply. Then Dr. Kyla Bennett, Science Policy Director for Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER)  talks about the fate of humans in a world challenged by climate change, plastic pollution, and chemical toxins. Her conclusion: everything has to change! 

Everything Has to Change with Dr. Kyla Bennett of PEER.org

This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about the fight over banning a pesticide proven to negatively impact the brains of developing babies, a new firefighting foam made from soybeans that can replace hazardous PFAS-laden products, and the collapse of the UN worldwide plastic treaty, thanks in large part to the United States. Then Patti talks about all the decisions parents have to make as their kids head back to school. From school supplies and backpacks to lunchboxes and snacks to the clothes they wear, avoiding plastic as kids head back to school is a daunting task. Tune in and find out what you can do!

Back to School Special

This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about chemical lobbyists inside the EPA gutting regulations on PFAS, how the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has been ordered by the administration to quickly approve new nuclear power plants, and a new study showing that males are more impacted by exposure to some PFAS chemicals than females. Then Dr. Silvia Calbo Aroca talks about her new book, “Playing with the Invisible: The secrets to raising healthy kids in a world of technology.

The Invisible Threat with Dr. Silvia Aroca

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Is your Port St. Lucie tap water truly safe? It might look crystal clear, but this track reveals the hidden dangers lurking in your drinking water that companies don't want you asking about.

Discover how 45% of America’s tap water contains PFAS "forever chemicals" – invisible, tasteless, and odorless toxins linked to serious health risks like cancer, thyroid disease, and liver damage. Learn why Port St. Lucie residents are particularly vulnerable, with PFAS contamination 75% more likely in urban areas.

We expose the critical truth: "Safe" drinking water doesn't mean healthy water. Federal regulations set minimum safety thresholds, not a gold standard for health, and many standards haven't been updated in decades. Even water that meets every legal requirement can still contain concerning levels of:
• Chlorine byproducts (trihalomethanes, haloacetic acids) linked to bladder cancer and reproductive problems.
• Prescription drugs and farm chemicals (nitrates) that standard treatment plants can't remove.
• Industrial waste and heavy metals like lead from aging pipes, which can severely damage children's central nervous systems.
• Asbestos fibers from deteriorating infrastructure.

Your senses can't protect you from these harmful contaminants, and relying solely on municipal water reports is dangerous, as they are often designed to confuse. We also bust the myth of bottled water purity, revealing that much of it is just filtered tap water sold at exorbitant markups, with added risks from microplastics.

Most importantly, find out how you can protect your family's health! We explore proven water purification technologies, including:
• Reverse osmosis (RO) systems, our top choice for removing approximately 97-100% of contaminants, including stubborn PFAS.
• Activated carbon treatment for PFAS, chlorine, and VOCs.
• Ion exchange resins for powerful PFAS removal.

Learn the difference between point-of-use and whole-house systems, and understand the importance of independent certifications like NSF/ANSI 53 and 58. The crucial first step is always to test your water to understand your specific contaminants before investing in any system.

This track empowers Port St. Lucie homeowners to take control of their water quality, offering peace of mind where municipal treatment falls short. For trusted local solutions, learn how I Need The Plumber and Air Conditioning helps families every day. Don't compromise on your family's health – clean water isn't negotiable!

Hidden Dangers in Your Tap Unmasking the Deception of Safe Drinking Water

This week on Green Street, Patti and Doug talk about plastic in the urinary tract linked to health risks, the EPA cutting funding for underserved communities, and the dismissal of a lawsuit against the EPA for failing to prevent contamination of farmland with PFAS. Then Sandy Wynn and Tony Spaniola from the Great Lakes PFAS Action Network tell how they were personally affected by PFAS in their water and how they are successfully fighting back against an array of powerful vested interests, including the military.

Fighting PFAS in Water with Sandy Wynn and Tony Spaniola

Suppose They Gave a Coal Auction and Nobody Came. That story and more on H2O Radio’s weekly news report.

Headlines:

For the first time ever, renewables have overtaken coal as the world’s biggest source of electricity. Trump wants to resuscitate the fossil fuel.

Data centers are starting to use PFAS gas, worrying scientists about a new source of harmful “forever chemicals.”

“The Blob” and La Niña have never occurred simultaneously—until now. What does that mean for this winter’s weather?

This Week in Water for October 12, 2025

Saison 4 / 1ère émission de notre groupe d'apprentis journalistes-adultes. 

Invités : 
- Rémi Camus aventurier
- Cyprien Fontaine co-fondateur de Fabrico

E&R - Rémi Camus et Cyprien Fontaine

This is an interview with Dr. Patrick O'Shaughnessy,
Professor in the Department of Occupational and Environmental Health in the University of Iowa College of Public Health and a member of the Environmental Health Sciences Research Center. 

Particulate Matter, PFAS, CAFOs and Environmental Health

The Environmental Health Sciences Research Center is part of the University of Iowa College of Public Health
Visit our website for accompanying curriculum resources, ehsrc.org

The Earn That Body Podcast is here to give you fitness, nutrition and health information you can put into play right away.

I Need The Plumber and Air Conditioning is your trusted, family-owned plumbing and HVAC expert in Port St. Lucie, dedicated to ensuring your home has clean, safe water. We help homeowners discover and remove hidden contaminants like PFAS "forever chemicals," chlorine byproducts, and lead from their tap water, even when it meets legal standards. Specializing in effective purification systems like Reverse Osmosis (RO), we provide peace of mind by eliminating up to 100% of contaminants. With over 30 years of service, we ensure reliable, high-quality solutions, because clean water isn't negotiable for Port St. Lucie families. Protect your family's health and investment with our expert water treatment services.

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Green Street is a science-based environmental health program hosted by Patti and Doug Wood. Each week, we bring you news and information you need to know and practical solutions for navigating an unhealthy world.

H2O Radio is journalism about water. We follow water wherever it leads us and report on what we find. We interview experts— from engineers and scientists to legislators and politicians in order to get the facts. But we also talk to ordinary folks to ask how water issues affect their lives. Why? Because we're all in this together. This is a conversation about water and our collective water future.

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