Chemicals

Searching for ‘Forever Chemicals’ From an Endless Landfill Fire

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Testing done by ADEM, Butler said, also did not assess water samples taken from sites closest to the dump. And while PFAS compounds are certainly common, he said, experts have concluded that elevated levels in the human body can be a warranted health concern. At this month’s meeting, many residents agreed with Butler, expressing a … Read more

AI could change the game on the forever chemicals used to make chips

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Rodsawang/Getty Images The US government is planning to partner with the European Union on an AI initiative to drive out harmful chemicals from the chipmaking process, according to Bloomberg. The US and the EU have drafted a proposed alliance in which government agencies would use AI to determine how manufacturers can remove polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) … Read more