Major chemical manufacturers are ramping up production of PFAS—widely known as "forever chemicals"—to supply the booming AI industry, despite growing health concerns. These synthetic compounds, linked to serious illnesses including cancer, are being prioritized by the sector despite widespread alarm over their persistence in the environment. A survey of the largest producers reveals most intend to expand output, signaling a sharp rise in availability amid rising demand from data centers. Environmental advocates warn this surge could worsen long-term contamination risks.
Big manufacturers planning to produce more of the forever chemicals to meet demand from datacentresPfas companies are launching a “tidal wave” of forever chemicals production to meet demand from the AI industry, a campaign organisation has warned.Despite alarm over the chemicals, which have been linked to cancer, a survey of the 10 biggest manufacturers found most had plans to increase production. Continue reading...
