This webpage will continue to be updated with further resources and information.
The evidence of the harms of PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) to health are stacking up, but the regulation of these "forever chemicals" has not caught up with the scientific data. Our governments at all levels are taking action by committing to going PFAS-free in any purchasing they are doing, helps educate the public, support markets for PFAS-free products, and puts pressure on other municipalities and states to act as well. Typical commercial products that governments purchase, which may contain PFAS include furniture, flooring, and paint have readily available PFAS-free alternatives.
Local Government Policy:
Counties, cities and towns need to act on PFAS through PFAS-free purchasing. Two municipalities have already passed policy resolutions. If you'd like to help your local government do this, email celeste.venolia@sierraclub.org to collaborate with the Sierra Club MA Toxics team on this campaign.
Brookline's PFAS resolution - an example for a town
Newton's PFAS resolution & Press Release - a city example
Generic PFAS resolution text to be modified for any community
General PFAS-free Purchasing Resources:
San Francisco webpage for green products & services that meet San Francisco's health & environmental requirements.