Protecting Our Nation’s Bravest: The Fight to Extinguish PFAS From Firefighter Gear August 1, 2024 The Massachusetts House has passed a bill that bans the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in firefighter turnout gear, following the Senate’s approval. The bill, which addresses concerns over the health risks posed by these “forever chemicals,” now heads to Governor Maura Healey for her signature. If signed into law, Massachusetts will become […] Read More
Grounded in Contamination: The High-Stakes Battle Over PFAS at Airports in 2024 July 17, 2024 By Sara G. Stephens As airport skies hum with the sound of arrivals and departure, a silent, toxic threat lurks beneath the ground—it’s PFAS contamination, and it’s sparking a multi-billion-dollar battle over health, safety, and environmental justice. Airports rely on aqueous film-forming foams (AFFF) for rapid suppression of aviation fuel fires, making these facilities particularly […] Read More
10 Things You Should Know About PFAS in Clothing June 25, 2024 Your favorite matching athleisure set and that adorable raincoat hanging in your closet are hiding a dark secret – they could be exposing you to toxic chemicals called PFAS. 1. What Are PFAS? PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are harmful chemicals. Since the 1940s, consumer products manufacturers have used PFAS to produce scores of everyday […] Read More
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