January 18, 2025 – The Wrong and Right Ways to Deal with Hazardous Materials

Host Jim Maher speaks with scientist Kris Hansen to learn more about 3M's mishandling and deception of "forever chemicals" like PFAS (3:45). Host Gayle Knutson finds out more about Washington County's new environmental center, a place for area residents to drop hazardous waste, from Adam Frederick, engineering program supervisor (27:00). Also included is an update of local news (48:30). Matt Quast is technical director.

This Week’s Guests
Kris Hansen, scientist, Savanna Science Consulting
Adam Frederick, environmental program supervisor, Washington County Environmental Center

Government Links:
City of Marine on St. Croix
City of Scandia
May Township
Washington County

Information Links
Spotted Towhee information
Met Council population growth estimates
New Yorker article on 3M and forever chemicals
Kris Hansen articles on 3M’s actions

River Radio Previous Shows
November 23, 2024 show featuring John Vaillant

Event Links
Scandia Vinterfest – Event Information
Scandia Vinterfest – Medallion Hunt Clues
Wash. Co. Winter Clothing Swap – contact Elena Schewe
at 651-430-4333 or Elena.Schewe@co.washington.mn.us

Business/Organization Links:
Marine Community Library