PFAS - An Introductory Overview to Forever Chemicals
Jun 2, 202631mEp. 20S1
A conversation with Dr Matt Freitag exploring the subject matter of PFAS, its potential impact on the pest control industry, but also understanding the broader aspects.
Hosted by Constantin Schwarz · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 27 episodes
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Constantin Schwarz hosts Pest Control Unlocked, a business show with 27 episodes published.
A conversation with Dr Matt Freitag exploring the subject matter of PFAS, its potential impact on the pest control industry, but also understanding the broader aspects.
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