The Forever Chemical Crisis: Global Water Sources Exceed Safe PFAS Limits

A new study led by the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Sydney suggests that the future environmental impact of PFAS may be underestimated.
Per-and poly-fluoroalkyl substances – commonly known as PFAS – are a collection of more than 14,000 synthetic chemicals. Since the 1950s, these chemicals have been valued for their remarkable ability to repel heat, water, grease, and stains. They are often found in everyday items such as non-stick cookware, apparel, beauty products, pesticides, and food containers, in addition to specialized industrial applications, including firefighting foam.