The October session of Itasca Waters’ Water Wisdom focuses on “PFAS in Water: How did they get there and why are they so challenging to address?” The webinar is from noon – 1 CT on October 3.

PFAS, often referred to as “forever chemicals,” are unlike any other harmful environmental contaminants that we have faced before. Once they enter the environment they don’t fully degrade, and they spread quickly through water and air. This has allowed them to contaminate pristine waters in remote regions, including the middle of Lake Superior. And to add to the challenge, PFAS are more than just PFOS and PFOA – there are thousands of PFAS, including “precursors” that can transform into PFOS or PFOA once they enter the environment.

This presentation will highlight recent work evaluating PFAS in Lake Superior, challenges and emerging solutions for PFAS monitoring and treatment, and a perspective on what people and agencies can do to help address the problem.

The webinar is free, but registration is required. Click here for further information and registration.