PFAS in water and soil

PFAS is a collective name for thousands of different chemicals. That these substances end up in the environment is worrisome because they are toxic and break down poorly.

Approach at the source
Water boards advocate source approach and stricter permitting policy: prevent high-risk substances from ending up in water and soil.
What are PFAS and what does it mean for HHNK?
PFAS are toxic and enter the environment when used and through waste streams. We try to prevent this as much as possible.
Questions and answers about PFAS in water
Where does PFAS contamination come from? What measurements do we perform? What are the effects on drinking and bathing water?

Approach at the source

What are PFAS and what does it mean for HHNK?

Questions and answers about PFAS in water