Calgon Carbon, a Columbus-based company, is expanding its operations to remove PFAS chemicals from drinking water. These substances, known as forever chemicals, are linked to health risks and are facing new federal removal deadlines. The company is already treating water for several municipalities, positioning itself ahead of upcoming EPA regulations that will require broader action by 2029. The expansion adds capacity to treat more water and signals growing demand for PFAS filtration technology. For communities facing compliance deadlines, this kind of infrastructure investment matters. It shows that practical solutions exist now, not just in theory. The article is worth reading for anyone tracking how water treatment intersects with environmental regulation and industrial response.
