Community Water System PFAS: Understanding, Challenges, and Solutions Introduction In recent years, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a significant public health and environmental concern, particularly within community water systems. These synthetic chemicals, often dubbed "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment and human body, have been linked to a range […]
PFAS Sources in Water: Understanding the Risks and Solutions Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as one of the most critical environmental challenges of our time, particularly concerning water quality. As a senior environmental engineer with extensive field experience, I’ve witnessed the profound impacts that PFAS contamination can have on ecosystems and public […]
Drinking Water PFAS Removal Systems: Comprehensive Solutions for a Pressing Environmental Challenge Introduction The presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water has become a significant public health concern. Often referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their resistance to degradation, PFAS compounds have been linked to various health effects, including cancer, liver […]
Supercritical Water Oxidation for PFAS: A Comprehensive Overview Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have become a significant environmental and public health concern due to their widespread usage and persistence in the environment. Regulatory bodies, including the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), have raised alarms regarding the harmful effects of these “forever chemicals,” which have been […]
Ion Exchange for PFAS: A Comprehensive Analysis Introduction In recent years, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a significant environmental concern, infiltrating drinking water supplies and communities across the United States and globally. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), PFAS are a group of man-made chemicals that have been linked to various […]