The American Chemistry Council, which represents large chemical companies, slammed EPA’s “misguided approach” and said, “these low limits will likely result in billions of dollars in compliance costs.” Article content In a statement Tuesday, the group said it has “serious concerns with the ...
Grand Rapids, Michigan— Researchers estimate more than 200 million Americans in all 50 states could have cancer-causing carcinogens in their drinking water. The toxic chemicals per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, called PFAS, have been virtually indestructible — but new technology aims to change t...
The pervasive presence of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly referred to as "forever chemicals," in water systems poses a significant threat to both the environment and public health. PFAS are persistent organic pollutants that are incredibly resistant to degradation and have a ...
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are named “forever chemicals” due to their stubbornly strong carbon-fluorine chemical bonds, which make them persistent in the environment. The microorganisms discovered by UCR scientists and their collaborators can cleave those stubborn fluorine-to-carbon...
Perkins reports for theGuardian, that move could trigger lawsuits against chemical manufacturers. Also this week, the EPA announced that it’s making $1 billion worth of grants available to help communities “on the frontlines of PFAS contamination” reduce the chemicals in their drinking ...
“To tackle large, complex issues like this, you need to engage many experts who bring unique and valuable skills to the table. Our team has leading experts in chemistry, chemical engineering, artificial intelligence, water treatment, policy and regulation,” said Hopkins. “We have...
(e.g., landfill), and chemical or product discharge1,21,22,36. It is worth noting that although PFAS are not manufactured in Ghana, surface water in the country have been found to be contaminated, in which the contamination is attributed to the importation and local use of various PFAS-...
Chemical engineers at the University of British Columbia have developed a new system that traps and breaks down harmful PFAS chemicals in water using an activated carbon filter and a patented catalyst. This innovative solution is efficient, cost-effective, and works even in low light conditions, ...
The pollutants are released by certain manufacturers and the organic chemical, plastics and synthetic fibers industries. PFAS have been used for decades in household products such as non-stick cookware, stain- and water-resistant textiles, rugs, food packaging, photo imaging, and in in...
After first learning in 2020 about possible PFAS contamination in fluorinated plastic pesticide containers, the EPA has developed new ways to detect PFAS at low levels in pesticide containers and products, a spokesperson said. “The chemical reaction is not just restricted to pesticide containers,”...