A roadmap to healthier materials: Trends in the design and manufacturing of drinking water systems
The health effects of chromium, lead, and bisphenol A (BPA) are now better understood, resulting in industry- and government-led initiatives to eliminate their use. Some substances, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which have been used as refrigerants in many types of appliances, are also being phased out due to their global warming potential.