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Let's hope the rest of the world isn't as useless and as corrupt as the UK government in managing its water quality
PFAS in drinking water is clearly an enormous problem, which is why huge amounts of public money is being made available to tackle it.
MYX looks to have the ideal solution, so looks well-placed to capture some juicy contracts shortly, catapulting its s.p. to much higher levels.
The stock has previously (2013) traded at over twelve times its current s.p. of 42.5p.
"GREEN NEWS
‘Forever chemicals’: What are PFAS and can we solve this persistent pollution problem?
By Rosie Frost • Updated: 13/08/2022 - 08:01
Scientists recently discovered unsafe levels of toxic forever chemicals in rainwater - even in remote locations like the Tibetan Plateau and Antarctica.
“There is nowhere on Earth where the rain would be safe to drink, according to the measurements that we have taken,” lead author of the study Ian Cousins told AFP.
He added that the chemicals are now “so persistent” that they may never disappear from the planet. We’ve passed what researchers call the “planetary boundary” for levels of forever chemicals.
So what exactly are these ubiquitous chemicals and is there anything we can do about PFAS pollution? We spoke to an expert to find out.
... Fuoco adds that forever chemicals that were phased out in products like non-stick pans have been replaced with other PFAS that have turned out to be similarly toxic. ..."
https://www.euronews.com/green/2022/08/13/forever-chemicals-what-are-pfas-and-can-we-solve-this-persistent-pollution-problem
"GREEN NEWS
US government warns of 'forever chemicals' which may make tap water unsafe
By Jill Pole with Reuters • Updated: 16/06/2022
The US Environmental Protection Agency has released new warnings for synthetic pollutants in drinking water known as "forever chemicals" saying the toxins can still be harmful even at levels so low they are not detectable.
The family of toxic chemicals known as per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, have been used for decades in household products such as non-stick cookware, stain- and water-resistant textiles and in firefighting foam and industrial products.
Scientists have linked some PFAS to cancers, liver damage, low birth weight and other health problems. But the chemicals which do not break down easily, are not yet regulated.
The agency is set to issue proposed rules in coming months to regulate PFAS. Until the regulations come into effect, the advisories are meant to provide information to states, tribes and water systems to address PFAS contamination.
The EPA also said it would roll out the first $1 billion (€957 million) to tackle PFAS in drinking water, from a total of $5 billion (€4.7 billion) in funding in last year's infrastructure law. The funds would provide states technical assistance, water quality testing and installation of centralised treatment systems. ..."
https://www.euronews.com/green/2022/06/16/us-government-warns-of-forever-chemicals-which-may-make-tap-water-unsafe
Skid,
MYX has said that they're evaluating partnership opportunities for their PFAS solution, so licencing out of their technology for this could be very possible:-
11th Mar 2022 7:00 am RNS Proposed Placing and Subscription
"... Having achieved this highly significant validation, the Company is now looking to accelerate the commercialisation of its technology across the United States. The Company is evaluating partnership opportunities with several environmental engineering contractors and water treatment specialist companies to expedite its market penetration. Accordingly, the proceeds of the Fundraising are intended to be used to aggressively market and commercialise MYCELX's PFAS solution, which are expected to lead to customer education, further trials and contract wins...."
https://www.lse.co.uk/rns/MYX/proposed-placing-and-subscription-ult0uszmskafuyv.html
Thanks for flagging up that new research Skid.
"Pollution: 'Forever chemicals' in rainwater exceed safe levels
By Matt McGrath
Environment correspondent
Published
5 days ago
New research shows that rainwater in most locations on Earth contains levels of chemicals that "greatly exceed" safety levels.
These synthetic substances called PFAS are used in non-stick pans, fire-fighting foam and water-repellent clothes.
Dubbed 'forever chemicals', they persist for years in the environment.
Such is their prevalence now that scientists say there is no safe space on Earth to avoid them. ...
The researchers from Stockholm University say it is "vitally important" that the use of these substances is rapidly restricted.
Scientists fear PFAS may pose health risks including cancer, though research has so far been inconclusive. They have been growing increasingly concerned about the proliferation of PFAS in recent years.
PFAS stands for poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances.
There are around 4,500 of these fluorine-based compounds and they are found in almost every dwelling on Earth in hundreds of everyday products including food packaging, non-stick cookware, rain gear, adhesives, paper and paints.
Safety concerns about the presence of these long-lasting substances in drinking water have also been raised.
Earlier this year a BBC investigation found PFAS in water samples in England at levels that exceeded European safety levels, but did not exceed the current safety level in England and Wales.
This new study, which looks at four specific chemicals in the class, suggests that levels of one PFAS in rainwater around the globe often "greatly exceed" US drinking water advisory levels.
Soil around the world is similarly contaminated, evidence suggests.
The study's findings lead the authors to conclude that a planetary boundary has been crossed - that there simply is no safe space on Earth to avoid these substances. ...
Removing the chemicals in the study from drinking water at treatment plants is possible, if expensive.
But getting below the US advisory levels is extremely challenging, according to the authors.
As scientists have gained more knowledge about PFAS over the past 20 years, the safety advisories have been continuously lowered. ..."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62391069
Article this weekend that no rainwater anywhere in the world is safe to drink due to the presence of pcbs.
Government legislation will drive the market.
Hoping for a tipping point at some time,hope myx are the company to capitalise -any thoughts on whether they would licence for quicker and cheaper routes to market.