You may have heard PFAS referred to as "Forever Chemicals." But what does that actually mean? Many PFAS compounds contain extremely strong carbon-fluorine bonds, among the strongest chemical bonds found in organic chemistry. That strength makes many of these compounds highly resistant to heat, sunlight, and natural environmental processes that would normally break down other chemicals. As a result, many PFAS can remain in the environment for extended periods, which is why the

You've probably seen the headlines about PFAS, often referred to as "forever chemicals." But why are they receiving so much attention? PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) are a large family of man-made chemicals that have been used in products like firefighting foams, non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, food packaging, and many industrial processes for decades. Their strength is also their biggest challenge. They don't readily break down in the environment. As