Europe’s toxic crisis: Plastics industry lobbying to shield 'forever chemicals’

Forever chemicals, the toxic, indestructible substances hiding in our everyday lives are threatening Europe’s environment and public health. From their staggering cleanup costs to the plastics industry’s relentless lobbying to block a ban, this episode unpacks the high stakes of PFAS pollution. Why should Europeans care? Because these chemicals don’t just stay in factories, they seep into our water, soil, and bodies. Tune in to explore what’s being done, what’s standing in the way, and why it’s crucial to act now. Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union. Production: By Europod , in co production with Sphera Network . Follow us on: LinkedIn Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.