International Conference “PFAS In Soil – Forever Pollution, Forever Concern?”

March 25, 2025

PFAS⁠ have been used for decades and the substances are still being emitted into the environment. These so-called ‘forever chemicals’ are ubiquitously found in the environment - with soils being a major sink and source, respectively. Therefore, the focus of this event is on the extent of PFAS contamination of soils and groundwater. The aim of the conference is to deepen the understanding of the potential hazards for human health at contaminated sites and to discuss the challenges resulting from the (restricted) use of PFAS contaminated soils and groundwaters. Available solutions and management approaches from various countries and affected regions will be presented. In addition to communicating the latest scientific findings, the aim is also to discuss important political steps at European level in order to reduce PFAS soil contamination or to develop management measures for PFAS-contaminated soils

The conference will provide an exchange platform for scientists, (political) decision-makers, representatives of authorities as well as experts dealing with PFAS emissions and contamination.
The conference language is English and the agenda will comprise the following sessions:

25 March 2025 13:00 – 18:00

• Case Studies: PFAS pollution in soil and human exposure pathways
• Analytics, monitoring & technical measures

26 March 2025 09:00 – 13:00

• From health concerns to hazard management measures
• PFAS in soil - Time to act together

Learn more here.