The text discusses the historical context of asbestos and its ban in the EU due to health risks, drawing parallels with PFAS, which are also hazardous chemicals. It highlights the efforts of companies like Oxyle, which is developing technology to remove PFAS from wastewater, and the ZeroF project, which aims to find safer alternatives to PFAS in food packaging and textiles. The challenges of creating effective PFAS-free materials are emphasized, along with the need for financial support for start-ups in this field. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)