ScienceDoes the clean energy transition need forever chemicals?

Many technologies central to the energy transition use PFAS, a group of persistent synthetic chemicals linked to health risks. Industry says fluoropolymers are crucial for affordable climate action, while environmental advocates and experts warn that their eventual degradation could cause further pollution and harm.

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