Category: PFAS

PFNA in Water: Understanding the Risks and Solutions Introduction Perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA) occupies an unusual position among regulated PFAS. It was included in EPA’s 2024 drinking water regulation with an enforceable limit, and it is now one of the compounds EPA has proposed to remove from that regulation. For utilities and public health officials, that […]

PFAS Legal Challenges: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Regulation, Litigation, and Innovation Introduction As the awareness of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) escalates, so too do the legal challenges surrounding their presence in the environment and human health. Responsible for manufacturing innovative household and industrial products, PFAS have become a double-edged sword—offering utility while posing […]

PFAS Capital Improvement Plan: Strategies for Addressing Contamination and Ensuring Safe Water Supplies Introduction PFAS treatment is among the largest capital commitments many water utilities will make this decade, and it arrives with a fixed deadline. A PFAS Capital Improvement Plan is how a utility converts a compliance obligation into a funded, sequenced program: what […]

Water Treatment Plant PFAS Upgrades: Navigating the Path to Enhanced Safety and Compliance Introduction As of July 2025, the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water supplies has emerged as a critical public health concern, necessitating immediate technological and regulatory responses. PFAS, often dubbed "forever chemicals," are notorious for their persistence in the […]

Comparing PFAS Removal Technologies: A Comprehensive Analysis Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of environmental engineering, the need to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)—widely recognized as ‘forever chemicals’—has become an urgent priority. These substances are prevalent in various industrial applications and consumer products, with their persistence in the environment raising significant health concerns. Recent […]

PFAS and Water Softeners: Understanding the Implications for Water Treatment Introduction Households with a water softener often assume it is treating their water generally, and that a softener installed for hardness will also handle contaminants such as PFAS. It will not. Water softeners do not remove PFAS. The reason is straightforward chemistry, and understanding it […]

Water Pitchers That Remove PFAS: A Comprehensive Guide for Clean Drinking Water Introduction A filter pitcher is the cheapest and simplest way to treat drinking water at home — no installation, no plumbing, no commitment. But the great majority of pitchers on the shelf do nothing for PFAS. They are designed to improve taste and […]

PFAS Filtration Systems for Home: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have garnered significant attention in recent years due to their ubiquitous presence in water supplies and potential health risks. As emerging contaminants, PFAS are linked to various health concerns such as cancer, liver damage, and immune system disruption. With increasing regulatory […]

Comprehensive Analysis of Residential PFAS Removal Solutions: Navigating Challenges and Innovations Introduction Homeowners who learn that their water contains PFAS face a practical question: which treatment actually works at household scale, and how can you tell a genuine PFAS filter from one that simply improves taste? The answer turns almost entirely on independent certification. This […]

PFAS in Effluent: Understanding, Mitigating, and Regulating Forever Chemicals in Wastewater Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a critical environmental concern due to their widespread use and persistent presence in water bodies. As of July 30, 2025, the regulatory landscape surrounding PFAS has intensified, requiring municipal water treatment facilities and industrial operations […]