Essays about: "Firefighting Foam"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 essays containing the words Firefighting Foam.

  1. 1. PFAS Contamination in Groundwater; Evaluating Factors Influencing the Impact of PFAS Contamination on the Drinking Water Source in a Holistic Approach _________________________

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Teknisk vattenresurslära

    Author : Anna Söderman; [2023]
    Keywords : PFAS; Contamination; Firefighting Foam; Groundwater; Drinking Water; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Aqueuous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) containing Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) is one of the major sources of groundwater contamination in Sweden. Groundwater contamination caused by the use of AFFF in correlation to fire training events was investigated in Kallinge, Sweden. READ MORE

  3. 2. Electrochemical oxidation of PFAS in soil conditions : Using Boron-doped diamond electrodes and iron electrodes

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Alexander Öhberg; [2022]
    Keywords : PFAS ELECTROCHEMICAL OXIDATION IN-SITU DESTRUCTION MINERALISATION REMOVAL;

    Abstract : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a rising topic in the field of contaminated sites around the world, with destruction of these being an area in dire need of innovation. Previous experiments of destructive character have been proven efficient using boron doped diamond electrodes (BDD) in small scale electrochemical cells. READ MORE

  4. 3. REMOVAL OF PFAS FROM WASTEWATER THROUGH ADSORPTION AND SORBENT INCINERATION

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och naturresurser

    Author : Aston Sandblad; [2022]
    Keywords : PFAS; Adsorption; Incineration;

    Abstract : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, PFAS, are a manufactured group of chemicals that have been found to be toxic to humans and the environment. Exposure to PFAS may include birth defects for infants as well as an increased risk of cancer. READ MORE

  5. 4. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs) Removal from Landfill Leachate : Efficiency Evaluation in Column Experiments

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Emelie Johnson; [2019]
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    Abstract : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are known for their wide spread in the environment, their persistent properties and their ability of biomagnification through the food chain. With properties such as oil and water repellence, temperature resistance and a long lifespan they have been frequently used in various areas, e.g. READ MORE

  6. 5. Groundwater Flow and Transport Modelling of PFASs in Åkersberga

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Worada Boonraksasat; [2019]
    Keywords : Groundwater modelling; contaminant transport; Visual MODFLOW; MODPATH; MT3DMS; PFASs; AFFFs;

    Abstract : Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are a group of man-made organic chemicals that have been commercially used since the 1950s in many consumer products, including impregnated textiles, impregnated paper, nonstick products (e.g., Teflon), cleaning agents, and in firefighting foams. READ MORE