Tag: forever chemicals

A thermal treatment technique being developed by University of Miami researchers could help destroy PFAS in soil.

The bill would set up a fund for research into decontamination, safer agricultural methods and compensation for affected farmers. 

PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, persist in the environment and have been linked to a variety of diseases.

PFAS can enter the food chain and accumulate in marine plants and animals, with ecological and human health implications.

FWC proposed delaying the guidelines in light of last year’s severe storm season, which changed Florida’s coastline substantially.