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flag EU warns PFAS chemicals could cost Europe $1.7 trillion by 2050 without action, but a ban could save $110 billion.

flag A new EU report warns that PFAS "forever chemicals" could cost Europe up to 1.7 trillion euros by 2050 if no action is taken, with health and environmental damages driving costs. flag Without intervention, societal expenses could reach 440 billion euros by 2050, primarily from healthcare and contamination. flag A full ban on PFAS could cut costs to 330 billion euros, saving 110 billion. flag Contamination may affect nearly 77 million Europeans, increasing risks for cancer, immune issues, and developmental problems. flag The EU is advancing a broad restriction proposal, with results expected by late 2026, while monitoring and cleanup efforts expand.

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