forever chemicals

The definition of PFAS—per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances—lies at the center of a regulatory debate with significant economic and scientific consequences.

Four years ago, I wrote in an article, “One of society’s greatest challenges is understanding and determining what

American industry faces a significant regulatory challenge: the near-total eradication of PFAS chemicals.

In 2024 alone, there have been at least dozens – probably hundreds – of news reports on fluoridation, most of which focused on the potential harm of fluoride to developing babies and a possible link to cognitive and behavioral disorders.

"Forever chemicals"– good, bad, or otherwise? 

A Short Primer on PFAS

Two connected articles make my favorite list: In the first, I explained how EPA allowed its regulatory agenda to overrule the science in proposing drinking water regulations for PFAS,

As we have seen with glyphosate, IARC’s assessment, even if contradicted by many other governmental agencies, can result in the banning of compounds and billions

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