Chromium-6 controversy continues in California

Chromium-6 controversy continues in California

Residents and activists in California continue to fight business interests over exposure to the carcinogen chromium-6, made famous by the 2000 film "Erin Brockovich." One issue involving the substance concerns its use at metal-treating companies. They oppose tightening air regulations. The metal-finishing industry provides about 9,000 jobs in the state, with more than half of them in Southern California.

December 22, 2017
Sustainability & Environment
24-foot long tanks hold a variety of chemicals used in the anodizing process at EME in Compton on Tuesday, August 22, 2017. EME Inc. has been a metal finishing company in Compton for over 50 years and primarily services the aerospace industry. Air regulators believe companies like EME could be responsible for the release of chromium-6, a cancer causing substance, and have set out to crack down. (Photo by Scott Varley, Press-Telegram/SCNG)

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