Innovative Cleanup Method Breaks Down PFAS Chemicals in Groundwater
Researchers develop a new technique using UV light and electrochemical oxidation to effectively destroy persistent PFAS compounds at room temperature.
- The new cleanup strategy was pioneered by scientists from UC Riverside and Clarkson University, offering a sustainable solution to 'forever chemicals'.
- This method allows for near-complete destruction of PFAS without the need for high heat or pressure, enhancing its practical application.
- The process also supports the recycling of resin beads used in water treatment, promoting sustainable practices in managing contaminated sites.
- PFAS, used extensively in fire-suppressing foams at military and commercial sites, poses significant environmental and health risks.
- The research, funded by the U.S. Department of Defense, marks a significant advancement in remediation technologies for hazardous pollutants.
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