The US government is funding new ways to clean up 'forever chemicals'

The US government awarded a contract to the Colorado School of Mines to develop new ways to clean up PFAS. This means researchers will focus on engineering solutions for these persistent chemicals.

PFAS, often called 'forever chemicals,' are in everything from non-stick pans to firefighting foam. They do not break down naturally and are linked to serious health problems. Cleaning them up is extremely difficult and expensive. This contract signals a focused effort to find practical, engineered solutions, which could eventually lower the cost of remediation.