USA: A Utah industrial site is a major source of pollution
Resumen
Fecha comunicada: 9 Jul 2024
Ubicación: Estados Unidos
Empresas
Kennecott Utah Copper - Subsidiary , Rio Tinto - Parent CompanyProyectos
Kennecott (Bingham Canyon)Afectado
Total de personas afectadas: Número desconocido
Ecosystem: ( Número desconocido - Ubicación desconocida - Sector desconocido , Gender not reported ) , Comunidad: ( Número desconocido - Ubicación desconocida - Sector desconocido , Gender not reported )Temas
Contaminación del agua , Contaminación de aire , Salud personal , Medio ambiente limpio, sano y sostenibleRespuesta
Respuesta buscada: Sí, por The Resouce Centre
Historia que contiene respuesta: (Más información)
Tipo de fuente: News outlet
"A Utah industrial site is a major source of pollution" 9 July 2024
Recent reports from the Salt Lake Tribune have shed light on the extensive toxic chemical releases from the Bingham Canyon Mine, operated by Kennecott Utah Copper Corporation. This mine, one of the largest sources of toxic chemicals in the state, releases millions of pounds of arsenic, lead, selenium, mercury, and other harmful substances annually. These chemicals can cause severe health issues, including brain and nervous system damage, insomnia, and cancer.
Dr. Moench voiced his concerns about the mine’s impact on public health...
The Salt Lake Tribune article cites a 2016 study that linked between 70% and 90% of cancer cases to behavior and environmental causes.
The compounding effect of exposure to multiple toxic chemicals is a significant concern...