Manage releases of 'forever chemicals' in lab waste
Briefly

The article discusses the growing research efforts to remediate 'forever chemicals,' known as PFASs, due to their lasting environmental footprint and associated health risks. Although much focus has been placed on large-scale PFAS sources like fluoropolymer production and firefighting foams, there remains a significant regulatory oversight regarding smaller contamination sources, particularly those related to research activities. This oversight highlights the need for a more comprehensive approach to addressing all levels of PFAS contamination, especially at high concentrations, to truly mitigate their impact on the environment and public health.
Research into the remediation of 'forever chemicals' such as PFASs is increasing, driven by rising concerns about their environmental persistence, health risks, and regulatory gaps.
While regulations primarily target large PFAS sources, they often ignore contamination from smaller volumes, particularly those associated with research activities, which can pose high-concentration risks.
Read at Nature
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