Speakers
Rebecca Malpass
Rebecca Malpass is the Director of Policy & Research for the Water Collaborative of Greater New Orleans. She is a Tulane alumna dedicated to environmental welfare through sound science, equitable policies, and community engagement. Her work with the Water Collaborative bridges the gap between federal, state, and local water policies and impacted communities on the ground. The Water Collaborative focuses on urban water management, climate and community resilience, green infrastructure initiatives and workforce development, and water justice issues such as water quality, affordability, and accessibility.
Presentation Description
Evidence of “Forever Chemicals” Found in the Industrial Corridor: Louisiana Water Systems at RiskIn the summer of 2022, the Water Collaborative of Greater New Orleans tested the Mississippi River for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a group of over 9,000 unregulated manmade chemicals that bioaccumulate and will affect generations to come. The Mississippi River is the main source of drinking water for hundreds of thousands of southeastern Louisiana residents. Join us to learn what we found, why it affects us, and how we can move forward to ensure everyone has access to clean, safe water.