(Virtual) Join us for an informative webinar featuring Larry Hughes as he unpacks the
complexities of PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and their impact on
Kentucky’s environment, public health, and regulatory response. PFAS are synthetic
chemicals widely used since the 1950s for their resistance to heat, water, and oil.
Unfortunately, these properties also make them highly persistent, earning them the
nickname “forever chemicals.”
Larry will explain what PFAS are, how they enter the environment, and the
challenges in detecting and addressing them. He’ll discuss key exposure sources in
Kentucky, such as drinking water, consumer products, and firefighting foam, and
share findings from statewide testing showing that PFAS have been detected in
roughly 44% of public water systems, some above proposed federal limits.
The webinar will also highlight Kentucky’s response, including restrictions on PFAS-containing foams, expanded lab testing, and participation in national monitoring
programs. This session is ideal for environmental professionals, utility managers,
local officials, and anyone interested in understanding how PFAS are affecting
Kentucky communities and what is being done in response.
Registration coming soon!