"MTBE: Poisoning Our Water to Save Our Air?" In an effort to cleanse the air of toxic chemicals, the EPA mandated that either ethanol or high levels of MTBE be added to gasoline as an oxygenator. That directive has resulted in an increase in air pollution and the contamination of over 14,000 water sources in California alone. MTBE is a known carcinogen. Other States have banned its use. Why does the EPA require California oil refineries to add MTBE to gasoline? What can be done to stop further contamination of our water supply? ($22.95)
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