Here’s how toxic chemicals from facilities can harm Utahns — and how the biggest source is working to improve

Based on a federal report, facilities in Utah released 181.8 million pounds of toxic chemicals into the environment in 2022 as part of production-related waste.

(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Wastewater and leeching ponds used by Rio Tinto's Bingham Canyon Mine are seen near Copperton on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

Here’s how toxic chemicals from facilities can harm Utahns — and how the biggest source is working to improve

Based on a federal report, facilities in Utah released 181.8 million pounds of toxic chemicals into the environment in 2022 as part of production-related waste.

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