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05/18/2026

PFAS are even found in Olympic gear. Read about two athletes who were disqualified after PFAS was detected in the wax on their skis. In his article, Mohamed Ateia Ibrahim discusses how the essential-use guide is used in eliminating the use of PFAS when unnecessary or when an alternative is available.

https://mohaunfiltered.substack.com/p/the-olympics-just-tested-the-pfas

The first Olympic ban on PFAS-based ski wax is more than a sports rule. It is a real-world experiment in deciding when performance chemistry is no longer essential.

05/15/2026

PFAS oversight continues to evolve globally. New South Wales EPA’s proposed monitoring order highlights a familiar trend: Once PFAS monitoring begins, management and treatment conversations follow—especially for landfill leachate and wastewater streams.

https://www.awa.asn.au/resources/latest-news/epa-proposal-marks-new-phase-for-pfas-oversight-in-nsw

NSW proposes PFAS monitoring across wastewater and landfill sites, raising operational, cost and compliance challenges for utilities and regional councils.

05/13/2026

Firefighting in Detroit and across Michigan plays a vital role in public safety, but the health risks associated with PFAS found in AFFF are a growing concern. It’s time to prioritize the well-being of our firefighters and ensure they have the support they need.

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/opinion/letters/2026/05/03/michigan-firefighters-face-cancer-risk-from-toxic-chemicals-highlighting-need-for-national-registry/89889340007/

Firefighters in Detroit and Michigan face elevated cancer risks from toxic exposures, highlighting the need for a national registry.

05/11/2026

Great perspective on where PFAS challenges are heading. One area evolving quickly is destruction. Technologies like Plasma Blue are focused on breaking down PFAS compounds rather than transferring them into another waste stream, helping reduce long-term liability tied to landfills, injection wells or thermal treatment.

https://mohaunfiltered.substack.com/p/in-semiconductor-fabs-wastewater

PFAS is turning wastewater segregation into a decision-quality problem

05/08/2026

Springer published a reflection about plasma activated water. Read about the exciting effects of PAW!

https://plasma-blue.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/s11090-025-10565-0.pdf

05/04/2026

Have you explored our YouTube channel yet? Dive into captivating videos showcasing the work Plasma Blue is doing and discover why it matters.

https://www.youtube.com/

Plasma Blue, LLC is a for-profit revolutionary process technology company, currently owned by the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council. We focus on harnessing the power of plasma to create reactive species that can effectively disinfect water, remove contaminants and improve water quality....

05/01/2026

Concerns over PFAS contamination are rising regarding a potential data center in Faribault, MN. Check out the article from the Faribault Daily News to learn more about the lawsuit and residents' worries.

https://www.southernminn.com/faribault_daily_news/news/lawsuit-resident-concerns-put-faribault-data-center-on-hold/article_90d8cc20-4c04-4594-8714-e25f2c1e7d2b.html

In August, the Faribault City Council approved findings of the environmental study completed for the proposed project, allowing the data center to move forward. However, the Minnesota Center for Environmental

04/22/2026

PFAS contamination is an increasing concern for industry professionals and community members but it’s a challenge Plasma Blue is ready to tackle. Check out the feature in Innovation News to learn more about how we’re making a difference.

https://www.innovationnewsnetwork.com/using-plasma-technology-break-down-pfas-contaminants/67897/

Plasma Blue is addressing PFAS contamination by using plasma technology as a cost-effective solution to break down these chemicals.

04/20/2026

The Minnesota Department of Health released new fish consumption guidelines to help limit exposure to mercury and PFAS. It's important to stay informed for your health and the health of our environment. Read about the new guidelines here:

https://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/MNMDH-40fc7d5

News Release: New fish consumption guidelines aim to limit exposure to mercury and PFAS Minnesota Department of Health sent this bulletin at 03/24/2026 11:13 AM CDT New fish consumption guidelines aim to limit exposure to mercury and PFAS Analysis of fish tissue, previously outsourced to Canada, now...

04/14/2026

Check out the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel article titled “Communities with 'forever chemical' contaminations ask lawmakers to move legislation forward” to learn about the efforts being made against PFAS.

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/politics/2025/08/11/communities-facing-pfas-pollution-ask-lawmakers-to-listen/85429998007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=false&gca-epti=undefined&gca-ft=0&gca-ds=sophi

Communities like the Town of Campbell and Peshtigo have been fighting PFAS contamination for years. Now they're asking lawmakers to listen.

04/13/2026

Plasma Blue's CEO Tom Slunecka speaks to what the company does and why the technology is important to control PFAS. Why the fourth state of matter, matters!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drhh0sLecxU

The background of Plasma Blue and what we do.