I felt protected but not claustrophobic. That protection, it turns out, was due to a class of toxic chemicals, known as PFAS and PFCs, that as of January 2025 are now banned from apparel for sale ...

A new study found 15 bands commonly available in the U.S. contained PFAS Getty Bands used for smart watches and fitness trackers contain a synthetic rubber made with PFAS — also known as ...

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of chemicals that have been widely used for decades due to their handy water-repelling properties, including in non-stick cookware and ...

Levels of PFAS in sewage sludge used as fertilizer can pose risks that sometimes exceed safety thresholds “by several orders of magnitude,” the agency said. By Hiroko Tabuchi For the first ...

He became the first Maine farm to close due to PFAS. In 2022, Maine banned sludge spreading, and is now investigating PFAS in retail products and landfills. With hundreds of sludge sites left to ...

Now, at least 29 states will likely consider policies on per-and-polyfluoroalkyl, or PFAS, including eliminating their use in products, setting water standards and and limiting the spread of PFAS ...

Join the audience for a live webinar at 4 p.m. GMT/11 a.m. EST on 12 February 2025, sponsored by the IOP Publishing journal, Sustainability Science and Technology Explore the scientific advances and ...

In clothing, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) could soon be a thing of the past. This month, bans on these forever chemicals are going into effect in some states, including California ...

This workshop style event will explore the opportunities and challenges associated with developing and using alternatives to PFAS. We will highlight innovations in advanced materials and high-tech ...

Evers also announced a slew of other actions he plans to include in his proposed budget this year, including $145 million to address PFAS contamination across the state, $2 million to provide ...