This report provides an overview of PFAS in the introduction that includes information on PFAS life cycle, key definitions related to PFAS, PFAS as a class of chemicals, and PFAS research and development. Additionally, this Report aligns with Administration priorities around environmental justice, climate change, equitable access to data and technological developments, and broad engagement across stakeholders. This Report identifies four key strategic areas that, when addressed, will generate actionable information to address PFAS: Removal, destruction, or degradation of PFAS; Safer and Environmentally-Friendlier Alternatives; Sources and Pathways of Exposure; and Toxicity.
In this report, the data gaps identified within each strategic area provide a roadmap for R&D activities that, when addressed, will generate actionable information to guide Federal agencies and PFAS collaborators and partners. The capabilities and approaches developed in response to this report should lead to a holistic approach to PFAS. Over the next year, the PFAS ST will operationalize a strategic plan and implementation framework that organizes and coordinates activities in these strategic areas by harnessing existing research and accelerating transformative advancements. The information generated will inform PFAS advisories, disposal approaches, development of PFAS alternatives, and fuel other innovative public health actions and help our Nation realize its vision of clean drinking water, clean air, and safe food for all Americans.