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A possible solution for PFAS-contaminated wastewater treatment has been developed by the Michigan State University-Fraunhofer team. Boron-doped diamond electrodes are used for the electrochemical oxidation system where it is capable of breaking PFAS molecular bonds which essentially eliminates the contaminates, leaving fresh water. [236]
All of these methods promote the formation of hydroxyl radicals or other oxidizing agents that can oxidize PFAS and break its C−C bonds. [3] [4] However, the remediation of PFAS depends on the environmental medium where the these compounds reside. For example, the treatment of contaminated soil, biosolids and water is not the same, and risk ...
PFAS, a class of water-resistant chemicals found in manufacturing and consumer products, contaminate nearly half of U.S. water supplies. A novel study has now linked PFAS-contaminated water with ...
The risks of PFAS, sometimes known as "forever chemicals," have long been known. But it's more complicated than it sounds.
The Devil We Know is a 2018 investigative documentary film by director Stephanie Soechtig regarding allegations of health hazards from perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA, also known as C8), a key ingredient used in manufacturing Teflon, and DuPont's potential responsibility.
One major way PFAS seep into food is when the chemicals are used in manufacturing, so it’s important that companies take steps to prevent PFAS from coming in contact with soil, water or outside air.
A 2018 report to Congress indicated that "at least 126 drinking water systems on or near military bases" were contaminated with PFAS compounds. [8] [9] A 2016 study found unsafe [10] levels of fluorosurfactants in 194 out of 4,864 water supplies in 33 U.S. states. Covering two-thirds of drinking water supplies in the United States, the study ...
Water, water everywhere. On Wednesday, the Biden Administration announced strict limits on so-called “forever chemicals” — or PFAS — found in drinking water.