The Netherlands faces a massive €70 million cleanup for PFAS, dubbed "forever chemicals," linked to severe health risks.

The Netherlands faces a €70 million cleanup bill for PFAS, or "forever chemicals," linked to health risks like cancer. Cleaning PFAS-contaminated soil is up to 1,000 times more expensive than removing other toxins. Europe-wide cleanup costs could reach 95 billion euros over two decades. Industry lobbyists are opposing stricter PFAS regulations, arguing against the economic benefits of alternative technologies. Cleaning up PFAS pollution could cost over £1.6 trillion across the UK and Europe. Researchers suggest restricting PFAS use could be more cost-effective than treating the environment.

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