Mercury levels in our oceans are increasing. Women of childbearing age and children are especially vulnerable to the serious health threats posed by mercury-contaminated seafood.
But the technology to reduce mercury emissions has been around for decades. More than a hundred chlorine plants have already made the switch to newer, cleaner, energy-efficient technology. Then why are there still a few of these plants that release hundreds of pounds of mercury each year?
It’s time to bring the last outdated plants into the 21st century! The dangerous mercury pollution that these antique plants release is fouling our oceans, threatening public health, and harming wildlife, including tuna, whales, swordfish and polar bears.
The Mercury Pollution Reduction Act will ensure that all chlorine plants use new, mercury-free technology. It’ll protect our oceans and wildlife, promote clean-energy, and help make our seafood safe. Tell your Senators mercury pollution from chlorine plants can — and should — be a thing of the past.
