Tag: water treatment

Water Pitchers That Remove PFAS: A Comprehensive Guide for Clean Drinking Water Introduction Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as one of the most pressing public health concerns in recent years. Often referred to as "forever chemicals," PFAS are synthetic compounds that resist degradation in the environment and human body. Exposure to PFAS has been […]

PFAS Removal Strategies: Advanced Water Treatment Solutions Overview of PFAS Contamination in Water Sources Imagine pouring a glass of water only to find out it contains chemicals that could linger in your body for years. That’s the grim reality of PFAS contamination, where forever chemicals are wreaking havoc on our water sources. According to the […]

Comprehensive Analysis of Residential PFAS Removal Solutions: Navigating Challenges and Innovations Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as pervasive contaminants, impacting water sources globally, and raising significant health concerns. According to a 2024 report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the presence of PFAS in residential waters can lead to serious health […]

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 […]

Comprehensive Water and Wastewater Treatment Design Guide Regulatory Framework and Compliance Standards Navigating the maze of regulations surrounding the treatment of water and wastewater can feel like trying to find your way through a cornfield blindfolded. With over 40 federal regulations and countless state laws, it’s no wonder that municipalities often feel overwhelmed. In fact, […]

In-Situ PFAS Remediation: Strategies for Effective Management in Contaminated Environments Introduction As environmental engineers, we are increasingly confronted with the omnipresence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in our ecosystems. These man-made chemicals, often referred to as "forever chemicals," resist degradation and accumulate in the environment and human bodies, posing significant health risks. The urgency […]

Pump and Treat PFAS: Solutions for the Emerging Contamination Challenge Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as one of the most significant environmental problems of the 21st century. Known as "forever chemicals" due to their persistent nature in the environment and human body, PFAS have raised serious concerns about public health and ecological […]

Integrated Water and Waste Treatment Solutions for Municipalities Holistic Approaches to Water and Waste Management Did you know that municipalities lose about 30% of their water supply due to inefficiencies in water waste treatment? That’s like pouring a third of your favorite drink down the sink! It’s a staggering statistic that highlights the urgent need […]

Operational Costs of PFAS Treatment: A Comprehensive Guide for Environmental Stakeholders Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are often dubbed “forever chemicals” due to their persistent nature in the environment and human body. As of mid-2025, the regulatory landscape surrounding PFAS treatment has grown increasingly stringent, leading to heightened scrutiny on treatment costs, especially for […]

PFAS System Design: Insights and Solutions for Effective Water Treatment Introduction The increasing prevalence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water sources presents significant challenges for environmental engineers and municipal water treatment facilities. As of July 2025, regulations surrounding PFAS have intensified, pushing the need for effective PFAS system design to the forefront of […]