USA: A Utah industrial site is a major source of pollution
요약
보고된 날짜: 2024년 7월 9일
위치: 미국
기업 페이지
Kennecott Utah Copper - Subsidiary , Rio Tinto - Parent Company프로젝트
Kennecott (Bingham Canyon)영향받은
영향받은 사람의 수: 숫자를 알 수 없음
Ecosystem: ( 숫자를 알 수 없음 - 위치를 알 수 없음 - 알 수 없는 업종 , Gender not reported ) , Community: ( 숫자를 알 수 없음 - 위치를 알 수 없음 - 알 수 없는 업종 , Gender not reported )토픽들
수질 오염 , 대기 오염 , 개인 건강 , 깨끗하고, 건강하고, 지속가능한 환경출처: 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...