Environmental professionals must evaluate and report likely releases of PFOA and PFOS, which, in many cases, necessitate progression to Phase II investigations of soil and groundwater testing. Such testing is becoming the norm and reflects appropriate risk management. In March 2026, the EPA released a study indicating that at least 172 million people live in communities where drinking water has tested positive for PFAS. In April 2026, PFAS and PFOS guidance from the EPA was again updated and strengthened.
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About the Authors:
Leslie P. Smith, Ph.D., P.E., is a senior project manager and environmental engineer consultant specializing in environmental site assessments and remediation, PFAS risk, environmental compliance, and redevelopment of complex contaminated sites throughout Florida and beyond. She works with general contractors, developers, and owners to identify environmental risks before they turn into cost overruns and legal headaches.
Jeff Marshall, P.E., is a vice president and chemical engineer with 44 years of experience in environmental compliance issues. He has a diversified background in project engineering and management, with emphasis on the environmental chemistry and human health aspects of hazardous materials/waste management, site investigations, waste treatment, risk-based remediation and redevelopment, and environmental compliance/permitting issues. He also serves as the SCS National Partner for Innovative Technologies and Emerging Contaminants.
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