AI Boom May Be Next Wave of Forever Chemical Production

AI PFAS forever chemicals graphic showing data centers, computer chips and PFAS water contamination

CLIFF NOTES AI growth is increasing demand for PFAS used in semiconductor manufacturing and advanced data-center cooling. ChemSec reports that most major PFAS producers are expanding or planning additional production. Semiconductor manufacturers say some PFAS applications currently lack practical drop-in substitutes. U.S., European and UK regulators are tightening or evaluating PFAS controls as industrial demand … Read more