The Brief
- Mosaic is in the permitting process for exploratory wells to eventually inject wastewater underground.
- Some neighbors and environmental groups are concerned about the impact on drinking water.
- The state DEP said the process is stringent and highly regulated.
BARTOW, Fla. – At a community meeting Tuesday night, neighbors could learn more about Mosaic’s proposal to drill two test wells that could eventually be used to inject treated wastewater deep underground.
While the phosphate company said the plan is safe and highly regulated, some residents worry it could impact their drinking water.
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