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How the US is tackling the threat of PFAS

Explore how the US is confronting the widespread threat of forever chemicals through new regulations and scientific breakthroughs.

Water quality under pressure: Climate, pollution, and the fight for clean rivers and lakes

Explore the growing threats to water quality from climate change and pollution, and discover nature-based solutions and success stories.

Bacteria unearthed in Italian soil offer hope against PFAS chemicals

Scientists from Italy's Catholic University of Piacenza have discovered a group of soil-dwelling bacteria capable of breaking down PFAS.

Forever chemicals: A hidden threat in our water supply

Discover how forever chemicals, known as PFAS, represent a pervasive and often underestimated danger to water supplies.

Record forever chemicals pollution found in 98% of UK rivers

University of York study reveals dangerously high levels of forever chemicals contaminating UK rivers, raising urgent environmental concerns.

The green transition must be PFAS-free

Learn about the hidden dangers of forever chemicals and why PFAS-free products could be key to combatting the climate crisis.

EU launches ambitious strategy to build water resilience and combat PFAS

EU unveils bold Water Resilience Strategy to restore the water cycle, secure clean water, and build a climate-resilient, competitive economy.

World-record PFAS contamination found at Holloman Lake

New research reveals Holloman Lake in New Mexico as one of the most PFAS-contaminated sites in the world. Find out more.

Iron powder emerges as powerful tool against PFOS “forever chemicals”

Iron powder proves to be a powerful solution for removing toxic PFOS "forever chemicals" from contaminated water. Find out more.

Scientists unveil game-changing strategy to eliminate PFAS using heterogeneous catalysis

Discover how scientists are harnessing heterogeneous catalysis to permanently destroy forever chemicals and revolutionise water treatment.

PFAS chemicals found at record levels in migratory birds

Scientists detect record levels of PFAS in migratory birds using advanced testing, uncovering hidden threats to ecosystems and health.

PFAS pollution raining down on all five Great Lakes

Indiana University research suggests that precipitation is contaminating all five of the Great Lakes with PFAS pollution.

Forever chemical pollution can now be tracked

Researchers have developed a way to fingerprint forever chemical pollution, which could help authorities trace them to their source.

Why is ocean plastic waste still a growing problem despite global efforts?

Jack Shaw, a seasoned writer and editor for Modded, delves into why ocean plastic waste persists despite global solutions to reverse it.

Transforming plastic waste management: Innovating solutions for a circular economy

The Alliance to End Plastic Waste's Progress Report outlines its scalable and collaborative solutions to combat plastic pollution.

Investigating the cause of microplastic retention in streams

A team of researchers have investigated how the contents and flow of streams impact microplastic retention. Discover more here.

New method for detecting nanoplastics in body fluids

Researchers have developed a method for detecting nanoplastics in liquids and determining their composition.

EU cracks down on microplastic pollution with landmark regulation

EU introduces first-ever regulation to tackle microplastic pollution from plastic pellets, aiming to cut emissions and protect ecosystems.

Scientists unveil groundbreaking PFAS alternative that could revolutionise everyday products

Scientists have developed a PFAS alternative that offers a safer, non-toxic solution for replacing "forever chemicals" in everyday products.

From your couch to your pizza box: ZeroF’s mission to replace forever chemicals with PFAS-free coatings

Learn how ZeroF develops innovative PFAS-free coatings to reduce pollution and protect public health through research and collaboration.

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