Publication - September 27, 2006
This report investigates the contamination of the European eel (Anguilla anguilla) with perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs), substances used to produce non-stick and water-repellant coatings for a multitude of products. Our findings show that there is widespread contamination of eels across Europe with these hazardous substances.
Author: Greenpeace International
Executive summary: Our intent with this project is to provide a “snapshot” that will broaden existing knowledge on the extent to which commonly used hazardous substances are contaminating freshwater ecosystems across Europe, to raise concern for their potential impact on a vulnerable species in decline, and to stress the need for effective solutions that will promote a healthy and sustainable environment.
Num. pages: 28
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