The newly formed water demonstration program will focus on the challenges presented by per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in biosolids and treated effluent. The program will investigate the presence of PFAS, and technologies for their remediation and conversion to products, that enables the use of biosolids as a source of nutrients. The program will also develop guidance linked to risk-based management of biosolids.

The Water Demonstration Program will bring together State and Territory Utilities to jointly develop solutions for member organisations to address PFAS contamination in biosolids and treated effluent.