PFAS: Fighting Forever Chemicals

In this episode of Equity In Every Drop, host Thomas Hynes speaks with Brent Walls of Upper Potomac Riverkeeper and Luis Cruz of Hispanic Access Foundation. Brent discusses his participation in Waterkeeper Alliance’s PFAS monitoring initiative, as well as an overview of his work defending the Potomac River and his innovative use of drone technology to monitor water pollution. Luis Cruz discusses his journey from studying marine biology to his current role in environmental education and outreach. He emphasizes the importance of bridging the information gap about PFAS pollution, especially within Latino communities, while highlighting the intersection between conservation and social justice.