In this position paper TRSA and other linen, uniform and facility services groups call for pragmatic and effective solutions to challenges posed by this class of forever chemicals. This position paper outlines what approaches should be taken to any emerging regulation to ensure rules are based on strong science. Legislators and regulators are urged to collaborate with industry on effective treatment and disposal technologies for wastewater and solids
Agency’s risk assessment, mitigation strategies; assessment of chemicals, wastewater, waste
How people are exposed and how much; health and environmental impacts
Research finds them in most stain- and water-resistant textiles
William Blair & Co. review of contamination size/scope, federal and state regulation, litigation/liability, remediation/destruction, competitive landscape
Recording of webinar free to TRSA members; advises laundries what to do now
Assessing potential impacts on industry’s wastewater discharges and other practices
Non-PFAS chemistry that blocks oil, repels water
National Conference of State Legislatures report on drinking water, remediation legislation
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