In this episode I share an article discussing the issue of environmental persistence, and why this is fast becoming a top priority that producers of chemical products need to address. I also share some insights on what has been happening since the article was published.
Read the original article: Why environmental persistence should be a top priority for safe and sustainable products — Embark Chemical Consulting
On the latest developments:
ECHA guidance on the new CLP hazards: Guidance on the Application of the CLP Criteria - Part 4/5: Environmental hazards and additional hazards
Recording of SETAC topical discussion on extreme persistence: Addressing Extreme Persistence – Identification, Behavior and Management of “Forever Chemicals” Beyond PFAS on Vimeo
ECETOC workshop on OECD 309 surface water biodegradation test: Overcoming challenges and advancing (bio)degradation guidelines: OECD TG309 revisited - ECETOC
SETAC Vienna conference (11 – 15 May 2025): SETAC Europe 35th Annual Meeting
Further information:
Download the Persistence Assessment Tool: Persistence Assessment Tool (PAT) | Industry insights | News and insights | Ricardo
Read the Cefic-LRI ECO52 project reports: ECO52 – Bioavailability, complex substances and overall persistence (BCOP): three themes to deliver a step-change in persistence assessments – Cefic-Lri
Learn about the SETAC Persistence Science Interest Group: Announcing the New Persistence Science Interest Group
Visit my website for more content and insights www.embarkchemical.com
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