On January 7, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it had suspended ongoing discussions with Dow Chemical regarding the cleanup of pollutants in the Tita Bawsey River Basin. The move came after a meeting on Friday, and Dow Chemical expressed disappointment with the decision. The company stated that a comprehensive governance plan was nearly ready for submission and emphasized its commitment to maintaining open communication and collaboration with the EPA, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (DEQ), as well as local communities.
Dow Chemical highlighted that if an agreement had been reached as originally planned, progress on resolving the issue could have been significantly accelerated. David Kepler, a senior executive at Dow, noted that the company has already invested substantial manpower and resources in the initial phase of the project and has strictly followed all EPA guidelines and regulations. However, Dow has rejected the EPA’s recent official assessment on the matter and is currently finalizing its next steps for a more detailed remediation plan.
The negotiations aimed to establish a framework for essential research and temporary cleanup efforts in the Tita Bawsey River Basin. According to reports, Dow’s 1,900-acre production facility in central Michigan is situated upstream of the river, and sediment samples from the area have shown contamination with toxic substances such as dioxin, furan, and chlorobenzene. These pollutants pose significant environmental and health risks, making the cleanup a priority for both the company and regulatory agencies.
Despite the current pause in talks, Dow remains committed to addressing the issue responsibly and transparently. The company has repeatedly stressed its willingness to work with all stakeholders to ensure the long-term protection of the river and surrounding communities. As the situation develops, further updates are expected from both Dow and the EPA.
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