What We Treat
PFAS
PFAS Overview
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) substances, sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals”, are a category of thousands of man-made chemicals (including PFOS, PFOA, and GenX). PFAS are most commonly found in nonstick products, firefighting foams, packaging, and dozens of other sources. PFAS are persistent and accumulative in the environment, and many water authorities have made their treatment, removal, and destruction a top priority.
How We Treat for PFAS
While there are thousands of different PFAS compounds, many share similar properties and can be similarly targeted. Selection of the preferred treatment option often depends on the influent loading level, the desired effluent target, and the waste disposal options for the liquid or solid wastes generated in the removal process.
Important Factors We Consider in System Design:
- Level of pre-treatment required prior to PFAS removal steps
- Client preference for solid or liquid waste streams
- Redundancy requirements
- Operating costs of candidate alternatives
- Destruction plan for waste streams
How We Treat for PFAS
While there are thousands of different PFAS compounds, many share similar properties and can be similarly targeted. Selection of the preferred treatment option often depends on the influent loading level, the desired effluent target, and the waste disposal options for the liquid or solid wastes generated in the removal process.
Important Factors We Consider in System Design:
- Level of pre-treatment required prior to PFAS removal steps
- Client preference for solid or liquid waste streams
- Redundancy requirements
- Operating costs of candidate alternatives
- Destruction plan for waste streams
