PFAS: Four letters, endless questions
The debate surrounding per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, commonly known as “forever chemicals”, is heating up. While regulators push for an EU-wide ban, industry stakeholders are calling for exemptions. But how can we make sure that progress doesn't turn into a step backward? Where do we currently stand in the restriction process? And what role does Germany's Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health [BAuA] play in shaping the PFAS debate?
To explore these and other pressing questions, tune into the latest episode of the IDT podcast. In mid-March, we sat down with BAuA expert and chemist Dr. Frauke Averbeck for an in-depth conversation. Simone Wilson, CEO of IDT, led the discussion, joined by Jörg Skoda, Head of Applications Engineering.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Which restriction scenarios—beyond a total ban on fluoropolymers—are still on the table.
- How to best prepare for the second phase of public consultation.
This conversation marks the launch of a new format: both podcast and video. This year we are piloting a four-part series on PFAS. Coming up mid-year, we’ll host a roundtable with industry representatives. In the fall, the focus shifts to recycling and the circular economy. And to close the year, we’ll revisit the status of the restriction process.
Listen in, stay informed, and join the conversation.
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