Penn State Extension June 5 Webinar: PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Our Environment

The Penn State Extension will hold another in its webinar series of Water Cooler Talks June 5 on PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' In Our. Environment from Noon to 1:00 p.m.

Communities across the globe are discovering widespread environmental contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals." 

These persistent chemicals present major challenges to environmental and public health agencies, scientists, and the public, who are working to remediate pollution and minimize exposure. 

The US has recently adopted enforceable drinking water standards for six PFAS chemicals. 

In this Water Cooler Talk, environmental toxicologist and public health researcher Dr. Kimberly Garrett will discuss the history of PFAS, current challenges, and speak on PFAS in Pennsylvania and what the new federal guidelines mean for water utilities. 

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[Posted: May 14, 2024]  PA Environment Digest