In wake of High Court petition by green group, ministry publishes results of PFAS sampling, draft of PFAS regulations for hazardous waste permits

By SUE SURKES

3 July 2024

Synthetic, long-lasting chemicals that are harmful to human health have been found in significant quantities in Israeli factories, sewage treatment plants, landfill sites, and even streams, according to a new report by the Environmental Protection Ministry.

Testing between 2021 and 2023 revealed PFAS compounds in 24 out of 29 factories sampled, 13 out of 23 sewage treatment plants, four out of five landfill sites, and four out of eight streams.

full story: https://www.timesofisrael.com/harmful-forever-chemicals-found-in-factories-landfill-treatment-plants-streams/