# Forever Chemicals: Ground Zero

> US corporate giant 3M was the first to mass-manufacture PFAS and allowed them to pollute the environment around its facilities for decades despite being aware of their harmful effects.

- Published: 2026-09-24T14:45:01.389Z
- Updated: 2026-09-24T14:45:01.389Z
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- Topics: Economy, business and finance
- Involves: 3M, Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)

## How it developed

- 2026-09-24T14:45:01.389Z - Al Jazeera English: [Forever Chemicals: Ground Zero](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/people-power/2026/9/24/forever-chemicals-ground-zero)

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