PFAS Removal Technology Shows Promise

PFAS Removal Technology Shows Promise

Source: ScienceDaily

Summary

Scientists have developed a new material that can effectively remove PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) from tap water. Laboratory tests showed the material removed up to 98 percent of PFAS at environmentally relevant concentrations in model tap water.


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The trend returns with a new name. PFAS removal technology has been a pressing issue for years, with various solutions emerging. This new material enters the cycle, offering a promising solution. The familiar problem of PFAS contamination meets a familiar response: a new material with impressive lab results. The question remains: what’s the real-world impact?


Author: Evan Null