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