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On a “forever” course downhill
— By Plasteurope.com staff —
What is more pretty, pure, and pristine than freshly fallen snow? When the world around us is blanketed in a white layer of frozen powdered sugar, we feel clean, safe, and at peace. But this is a grave mistake!
What is more pretty, pure, and pristine than freshly fallen snow? When the world around us is blanketed in a white layer of frozen powdered sugar, we feel clean, safe, and at peace. But this is a grave mistake!
 In its natural state? Not quite. PFAS lurk in the snow... (Photo: Pexels/TobiandChris) |
Researchers at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology have found elevated concentrations of PFAS – the so-called forever chemicals – on Swiss ski slopes. Considered harmful to both the environment and human health, these per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances end up in the Alpine snow as they rub off waxed cross-country skis.
What is supposed to help athletes move forward sets nature back for eternity – lap after lap after lap after lap…
23.01.2026 Plasteurope.com [259230-0]
Published on 23.01.2026