According to recent research, the use of toxic PFAS chemicals in lithium-ion batteries, which are crucial for the clean energy transition, poses a significant threat to the environment and human health, The Guardian reported.
These chemicals have been found in high levels near manufacturing plants and even in remote areas around the world.
They are also harmful to living organisms and are a major source of pollution when batteries are disposed of in landfills.
PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a group of human-made compounds that are resistant to water, stains, and heat, and they do not break down naturally.
They are known to accumulate in humans and have been linked to various health problems, including cancer, birth defects, liver disease, thyroid disease, and reduced sperm counts.
