Merck, Motiva each to pay $2M-plus to settle N.J. pollution complaints
 
Jan. 16

Two companies are both paying more than $2 million for water pollution at sites in New Jersey.

Merck & Co., a pharmaceutical company, is paying $2.4 million regarding pollution at four locations; and Motiva Enterprises LLC/Shell Oil Co. is paying $2.2 million for pollution at about 400 service stations and terminals in the state, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection said.

The state negotiated voluntary settlements with both companies.

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