An expanding population, drought, and water inefficiency have all contributed to a freshwater crisis that is endangering our planet’s lakes, rivers, streams, groundwater sources, and eventually oceans. A range of pollutants from large pieces of garbage to invisible chemicals pollute these freshwater sources which we rely on for critical needs like drinking water.
A recent study has found that PFAS, or poly and perfluoroalkyl substances, are more present in our tap water than was previously assumed. PFAS is used to make items like clothing and carpets resistant to moisture, heat, and stains; some of these chemicals take so long to break down that they are often referred to as “forever chemicals”.
