Researchers have found two new methods to destroy toxic PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” using techniques centered on collapsing vapor bubbles, according to newly published findings.
PFAS compounds have long been difficult to break down due to their strong chemical bonds, earning them the “forever chemical” designation and raising concern over their persistence in water supplies and the environment. The new methods offer potential pathways for more effectively neutralizing the compounds during water treatment processes.
The findings add to a growing body of research aimed at developing practical, scalable solutions for PFAS remediation, though further work will be needed to move the methods from laboratory settings to widespread application.
Water utilities have faced rising costs in recent years to filter PFAS contamination from drinking water supplies, making cheaper and more effective destruction methods a priority area for environmental researchers.
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