I learned decades ago that chemicals that are PBTs (persistent, bioaccumulate, toxic) should be produced sparingly, if at all. Per- and polyfluorinated chemicals (PFAS) hit all points. Their production in mass quantities has contaminated our air, water, land, and our bodies. Enough!
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‘Forever chemicals’ found in Baltic Sea fish Exposure to PFAS may be linked to harmful health effects in humans and animals.

#Greenpeace research finds "alarmingly high levels" of toxic #PFAS (known as “forever chemicals”) in #seafood from the #Baltic & #NorthSea, 9 x the EU limit
PFAS are linked to cancer & immune damage
We need a global #PFASban
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When even a “green” state says no to a PFAS ban (looking at you California!), we need to follow the money... AND the LOBBYISTS.

Oregon’s public institutions can lead where California stumbled.
#PFASBan #CleanLobbying #ProtectKids

California moves to ban PFAS in consumer goods - Food & Drink International California’s legislature has approved a bill restricting the use of PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” in food packaging, cookware, cleaning products, dental floss, ski wax and some children...

California moves to ban PFAS in consumer goods

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Encouraging news on the PFAS contamination front, though the true solution is ending nonessential uses of these toxic, long-lasting chemicals.
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“Forever Chemicals” No Longer: How France Plans to Ban PFAs – and Why We Should Follow Suit

Congrats to France for leading the way in banning PFAS “forever chemicals” in cosmetics, cookware, and textiles by 2026, with more to follow by 2030. A major win for health and the environment. Read more here: tinyurl.com/44dxw3yv

#PFASBan #FranceLeads #CleanFuture

EU Member States agree to ban flufenacet - PAN Europe calls for immediate action on all PFAS pesticides In a landmark decision on 12 March, EU Member States adopted the European Commission's proposal to ban the endocrine-disrupting PFAS pesticide flufenacet. PAN Europe applauds this decisive action, whi...

Goed nieuws. Een belangrijke stap in de PFAS ban. De Europese commissie bant het PFAS herbicide Flufenacet. Een belangrijke bron voor TFA in drinkwater. En nu alle PFAS-pesticides verbieden. #draaidePFASkraantoe #pfasban

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EU plans ban on 'forever chemicals' in consumer products The European Commission intends to propose a ban on the use of PFAS, or "forever chemicals", in consumer products, with exemptions for essential industrial uses, the EU's environment chief told Reuters.

Amazing news for our future. 🌍

The EU has taken decisive action on PFAS also known as “forever chemicals” and will be imposing a ban in consumer products. The move is intended to safeguard human health and the environment.

#EUAction #PFASBan #ForeverChemicals

New York bans sales of certain new apparel containing PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ New York has banned the sale of certain new apparel containing PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals”. The law went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025.

PFAS can seep through your skin and are linked to reproductive issues, developmental delays, and some cancers. No excuse for manufacturers to keep using these harmful chemicals in NY or anywhere else. #PFASBan #ToxicFree

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Vaude-Chefin Antje von Dewitz: "Mehr Verbote, bitte!" Wenn sich wirklich etwas ändern soll in der Wirtschaft, muss der Staat helfen. Denn Verbote können echte Innovationstreiber sein. Bestes Beispiel: der Umgang mit Chemikalien in der Outdoorbranche. E...

Successful entrepreneurs who are in favour of a #PFASban, See also NGO #ChemSec, Both in clear counter-position to various associations and Politicians that see the PFAS ban as a competitive disadvantage.
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