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The Guardian
UK plastic maker may face legal action over emissions
The Environment Agency is considering legal action against Huntsman Polyurethanes in Teesside over benzene emissions, a carcinogenic chemical, which increased from 13 tonnes in 2022 to 17 tonnes in 2024. Despite attempts to decommission an emission-reducing process, benzene continues to be released due to pauses in the new system, raising concerns about potential health risks. Regulators found significant permit breaches and modeling indicated emissions could exceed legal air quality standards, but the agency states the overall risk remains below critical levels. Industry critics argue the slow response highlights broader issues with pollution management in the plastics industry.
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