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Environmental Groups Call on EPA to Deny Chemours' New PFAS for Data Center Cooling

27 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

A coalition of 17 environmental groups is urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to reject a new PFAS compound that Chemours is seeking to fast-track for use in cooling datacenters. The groups argue that Chemours has downplayed the health and climate risks associated with the chemical, which they claim cou…
They assert that approving the application in its current form would be a violation of the law, according to Earthjustice, a leading organization in the coalition.
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals known for their persistence in the environment and potential health risks. The EPA has been under pressure to regulate these substances more strictly, especially as public awareness of their dangers increases.
The pushback against Chemours highlights a growing concern regarding the use of PFAS in industrial applications, particularly in sectors like data management that are critical for modern infrastructure. As environmental regulations tighten globally, the scrutiny of chemical approvals is likely to intensify.

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This article reflects the views of the environmental groups and does not necessarily represent the position of the EPA or Chemours.

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