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‘Tidal wave’ of Pfas being launched to satisfy AI industry, campaigners warn

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Big manufacturers planning to produce more of the forever chemicals to meet demand from datacentres Pfas companies are launching a “tidal wave” of forever chemicals production to meet demand from the AI industry, a campaign organisation has warned.

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  • Reported by The Guardian and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:00:26 UTC.

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