This is the third article in a three-part series considering the challenges PFAS (per or poly fluorinated alkyl substances) present to the environment and potential solutions, . Most short-term acute generation of PFAS is from the use of AFFF (aqueous fluorinated firefighting foam) in firefighting exercises and responses. More chronic and gradual long-term generation occurs […]

Contamination on Marina sites depreciates property values, harms the environment, is costly to remediate and interferes with business operations. The marina industry has a potential to impact on the environment because of its’ waterfront location, activities, the raw materials and chemicals used and the waste generated. Owners and operators of Marinas, Boatsheds and Slipways depend […]

American activist Erin Brockovich has warned all levels of government in Australia to act swiftly to prevent the spread of PFAS chemical contamination, with more affected sites coming to light. Key points: More than 60 sites in Queensland are believed to be contaminated by PFAS A university campus and a residential development are being built […]