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

14 Sep 2026, 06:00 GMT By Damien Gayle Environment correspondent
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Article ‘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. 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...