STAT+: Pharma wins a battle over the cost of wastewater treatment in Europe

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Summary

An E.U. Advocate General recommended annulling part of a directive that required pharmaceutical companies to finance 80% of wastewater treatment costs, representing a regulatory win for the industry.

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E.U. Advocate General recommended annulling part of a directive requiring drugmakers to finance 80% of wastewater treatment costs

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Published by STAT News on September 11, 2026 10:17 PM

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