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Bacteria “eat” PFAS, PFOS, research finds
July 1st, 2025
Diana Aga (left) and her doctoral student, Minduala Wijayahena, are working on research to demonstrate a specific bacteria’s biodegradation of a ”forever” chemical. Image: University at Buffalo/Meredith Forrest Kulwicki Bacteria may be able to take the “forever” out of some of the so-called “forever chemicals” PFAS and PFOS, according to work done by researchers at […]
PFAS regulations offer challenges and opportunities
July 1st, 2025
Glen Raven’s Joseph Davis says the company’s transition to eliminate PFAS in manufacturing began nearly a decade ago and supports the company’s commitment to sustainability. Glen Raven has offered non-PFAS solutions for its Sunbrella® Contract fabrics since 2019, followed by a rolling transition across the entire Sunbrella fabric portfolio beginning in 2023. Image: Sunbrella Regulations […]
Better chemistry, better products
February 1st, 2017
Sustainability in textile development and manufacturing is an ongoing conversation, much of it revolving around processes that conserve energy, water and natural resources. Beyond manufacturing processes, however, sustainability issues are driving true technical innovation, resulting in new products that offer a host of advantages. Replacing PFCs The search for alternatives to perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) such […]