N.C. Judge Upholds the State’s Limits on 1,4-Dioxane Pollution in Utilities’ Wastewater

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By By Lisa SorgFeb 11, 2026, 4:47 pm380 ptsTop
The chemical, used in solvents, degreasers and some consumer products, is a likely carcinogen that can harm the liver and kidneys. By Lisa Sorg A Wake County Superior Court judge has ruled against the cities of Asheboro, Greensboro and Reidsville, concluding that state environmental regulators can legally limit…

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