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[Opinion] The Need to Include a Fluorine Mass Balance in the Development of Effective Technologies for PFAS Destruction
Science
5 Feb 2024 | Environ. Sci. Technol.
Emerging technologies aimed at destroying PFAS in the environment pose challenges due to the potential formation of unintended transformation products, emphasizing the need for comprehensive monitoring methods and a unified terminology in PFAS destruction research.
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Counterpoint: Commentary’s claim that some PFAS chemicals are safe was false
News
5 Feb 2024 | MINNPOST
Minnesota passed the most comprehensive PFAS law in the country, banning all non-essential uses and requiring disclosure of all uses of PFAS to the state, which faces pushback from industry lobbyist.
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Techniques to Characterize PFAS Burden in Biological Samples: Recent Insights and Remaining Challenges
Science
5 Feb 2024 | Trends Environ. Anal. Chem.
Advancements in PFAS analysis reveal a significant portion of total organofluorine in biological samples remains unidentified, prompting efforts to develop additional analytical approaches such as advanced separation and semi-quantitation methods.
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Distribution and release of PFAS from AFFF-impacted asphalt: How does it compare to concrete?
Science
5 Feb 2024 | J. Hazard. Mater.
AFFF-impacted asphalt and concrete were found to potentially leach PFAS into the environment, with 6:2 FTS and PFOS identified as the dominant PFAS in the surface layer and runoff, asphalt exhibited a higher release rate compared to concrete.
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[Discussion] Estimated scale of costs to remove PFAS from the environment at current emission rates.
Science
5 Feb 2024 | Sci Total Environ
The significant costs associated with removing and destroying PFAS at the same rate they are currently introduced into the environment – over 100 trillion USD – underscores the urgent need for substantial reductions in production and emissions to address environmental and health concerns effectively.
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Extraordinary levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in vertebrate animals at a new Mexico desert oasis: Multiple pathways for wildlife and human exposure
Science
5 Feb 2024 | Environ Res
PFAS contamination at Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico has significantly impacted wildlife populations, with high levels found in the tissues of 23 species of mammals and migratory birds, highlighting the widespread contamination of local food webs and potential risks for both wildlife and humans consuming game meat in this specific area.
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Judge Weighing 3M’s $10 Billion PFAS Offer Frets Over Bankruptcy
News
2 Feb 2024 | Bloomberg Law
The federal judge overseeing claims alleging harm from PFAS pollution praised the years-long effort that resulted in 3M Co. offering at least $10.5 billion to public water systems, but warned the company’s potential bankruptcy looms over the case.
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EPA proposes to enable states to require ‘forever chemical’ cleanup, giving substances ‘hazardous’ label
News
2 Feb 2024 | The Hill
The EPA has proposed to designate nine toxic “forever chemicals” as “hazardous constituents” under the nation’s law for cleaning up ongoing pollution, in a move that would enable states to require cleanups if the substances are released.
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EPA proposes some ‘forever chemicals’ be considered hazardous
News
2 Feb 2024 | CNN
The US EPA is proposing that it will label nine of the thousands of PFAS “forever chemicals” as hazardous.
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Reanalysis of PFO5DoA Levels in Blood from Wilmington, North Carolina, Residents, 2017-2018
Science
2 Feb 2024 | Environ Health Perspect
The presence of Hydro-EVE and 6:2 FTS in the blood serum of Wilmington residents from 2017 to 2018 indicates ongoing exposure to PFAS originating from the contaminated Cape Fear River Basin.
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EPA Releases List Of Known PFAS Chemicals Covered By New Reporting Rules
Policy
1 Feb 2024
The US EPA published on January 26, 2024, a list of specific PFAS that trigger reporting requirements under EPA’s recently promulgated Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(a)(7) PFAS reporting rule.
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Senator Gillibrand announces PFAS contamination legislation
Policy
1 Feb 2024
The PFAS Accountability Act seeks to make it easier for contaminated victims to sue manufacturers.
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[Conference] Tackling PFAS pollution & Launch Knowledge Center Innovative Remediation Solutions
Events
1 Feb 2024
Through workshops, field visits, plenty of network opportunities and interactive sessions, the region of Flanders aims to create an inspirational and international forum with many expert speakers from around the world, so that knowledge on PFAS can be exchanged and possible joint actions can be taken.
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Top European Leaders Test Positive for Cancerous ‘Forever Chemicals’
News
31 Jan 2024 | Bloomberg
Chemicals linked to severe health issues including cancer, infertility, birth defects and immune system disruptions are everywhere and no one is safe from them — not even top politicians, according to a campaign advocating for a European Union-wide ban.
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EPA Adds Seven More PFAS To Toxic Release Inventory List
Policy
29 Jan 2024
Six PFAS were automatically added for Reporting Year 2024 because EPA had finalized a toxicity value during 2023.