Luxembourg Steps Up Fight Against “Forever Chemicals”

The Luxembourg government has presented its first national report on PFAS, a group of industrial chemicals often called “forever chemicals” because they break down extremely slowly in the environment. The report was introduced in Parliament on 11 March as part of the country’s effort to better understand the presence of these substances and reduce their potential risks to people and nature.

PFAS are widely used around the world in many everyday products, including water-resistant materials, food packaging, textiles, and certain industrial processes. However, scientists and environmental authorities warn that these chemicals can accumulate in soil, water, wildlife, and even the human body, which is why many countries are increasing monitoring and regulation.

To address the issue, Luxembourg has set up an interministerial working group that brings together several government departments, including environment, health, and agriculture. Their goal is to coordinate research, monitoring, and public communication about PFAS and their possible impacts.

The new report outlines around 40 actions that will help the country strengthen monitoring of water, soil, and food products, improve scientific knowledge, and limit potential exposure. It also aims to provide clearer information to the public and businesses about the presence and risks of these chemicals.

The initiative forms part of wider European efforts to control PFAS pollution and protect drinking water and ecosystems across the EU.

Read more:
https://gouvernement.lu/fr/actualites/toutes_actualites/communiques/2026/03-mars/11-pfas.html

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