Swiss drinking water is contaminated with ‘forever chemicals’, research shows

By Angela Symons | EuroNews.Green | October 13, 2023

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"Forever chemicals have been found in almost half of Swiss groundwater.

Samples were taken at more than 500 measuring stations. The National Groundwater Observatory (NAQUA) found that the potentially harmful chemical additives are widespread in Switzerland’s main drinking water resource.

However, Swiss limit values were only exceeded at one station, according to the Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN).

What are forever chemicals?

Forever chemicals, or PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), are a large group of human-made chemicals that are used in many products for their non-stick or stain repellent properties."

Location:

• Europe

Topics:

• ChemicalsPFAS
• Environment
• Wildlife
• ImpactDrinking water
• ImpactDrinking waterPrivate wells
• Measurement Techniques
• Monitoring Data
• PFAS Uses