The most common type of EV battery is a growing source of 'forever chemical' pollution, scientists say

• Lithium-ion batteries are the most common type of battery found in electric vehicles.
• Scientists found they contain PFAS or 'forever chemicals' found in air, water, snow, soil, and sediment.
• Research calls for better battery technology and recycling to mitigate PFAS pollution.

Scientists have uncovered a new source of hazardous "forever chemical" pollution: the rechargeable lithium-ion batteries found in most electric vehicles.