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“Efforts to clean up PFAS contamination in the Netherlands have already cost nearly 70 million euros, with remediation underway at 52 locations nationwide. The figure, based on data collected by Platform Investico in collaboration with Het Financieele Dagblad and De Groene Amsterdammer, is expected to rise as costs for 24 of these projects remain undisclosed.
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals used in various products for their water- and grease-resistant properties. These ‘forever chemicals’ are known for their persistence in the environment and toxicity even in minuscule amounts. Research has linked PFAS exposure to cancer and other health risks.” …