Scientists invent filter that can recycle PFAS into renewable batteries
4 Sep 2024 | ABC News
Researchers have invented a filter that removes harmful PFAS chemicals from water and recycles them in renewable batteries. University of Queensland scientists say they believe the technology will be on the market in three years.
Experts find PFAS is present in the blood of most Wisconsinites
3 Sep 2024 | WSAW
Now, a study by the UW-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health finds that most Wisconsinites already have PFAS in their bloodstream.
Something’s Poisoning America’s Land. Farmers Fear ‘Forever’ Chemicals
31 Aug 2024 | The New York Times
Something’s Poisoning America’s Land. Farmers Fear ‘Forever’ Chemicals. Fertilizer made from city sewage has been spread on millions of acres of farmland for decades. Scientists say it can contain high levels of the toxic substance.
Lawmakers push for stronger regulations on PFAS used in EV batteries
30 Aug 2024 | Environmental Health News
U.S. lawmakers are urging stricter regulations on PFAS, chemicals used in EV batteries, amid concerns over widespread contamination.
Dam in Blue Mountains closed after elevated levels of PFAS chemicals detected
29 Aug 2024 | The Guardian
WaterNSW says the closure is a ‘precautionary measure’ and water supplied from the filtration plant to local communities is safe and meets guidelines.
Some Gulf of Maine seafood has PFAS. Your local freshwater fish may not be safe either.
29 Aug 2024 | New Hampshire Bulletin
They observed the highest PFAS concentrations in shrimp and lobster.
US lawmakers urge action on ‘forever chemicals’ used in electric vehicles and beyond
28 Aug 2024 | The Examination
PFAS tied to lithium ion battery production are part of a growing “public health disaster,” prompting some legislators to push for broader regulation.
Harris administration would rein in toxic PFAS chemicals, advocates say
28 Aug 2024 | Tom Perkins
Records of Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz instill hope that progress under Biden could be extended.
Scientists tied to chemical industry plan to derail PFAS rule on drinking water
27 Aug 2024 | The Guardian
Scientists with financial ties to industry and histories of producing controversial research to derail chemical regulations are mobilizing to attack strict new federal drinking water limits for toxic PFAS, or “forever chemicals”, documents reviewed by the Guardian reveal.
Industry acts to head off regulation on PFAS pollution from semiconductors
26 Aug 2024 | The Guardian
The Chips and Science Act has led to a production boom but experts say it could generate huge amounts of toxic waste.
Officials say not to eat fish from these Maine bodies of water
24 Aug 2024 | WMTW
The historic use of fire-fighting foam has led to elevated PFAS levels near the former naval air base in Brunswick.
Walgreens class action alleges bandages contain harmful PFAS
23 Aug 2024 | Top Class Actions
Plaintiff Sara Sotelo filed the class action complaint against Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) on Aug. 14 in an Illinois county court alleging violations of state and federal consumer laws.
Hundreds added to list of homes impacted by PFAS in Crawford County
22 Aug 2024 | UpNorthLive
According to Grayling Charter Township officials,more than 400 homes in Crawford County have been added to the number of homes impacted by PFAS levels.
Are fluorinated drugs PFAS?
21 Aug 2024 | c&en
Proposed regulations in the European Union present an uncertain future for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals—and motivation to design greener ones.
Over 1,600 gallons of PFAS firefighting foam spills into environment in Maine
21 Aug 2024 | wbur
The foam was discharged in a hangar at what's now the Brunswick Executive Airport before entering the sewer and storm water systems.