PFAS Regulation Drives Urgent Market Need
As global pressure mounts to tackle man-made chemicals, The Environmental Group Limited (ASX:EGL) has secured a new $1.9 million contract for the design and construction of a PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) treatment plant – its first commercial deployment of proprietary PFAS separation technology.

PFAS are synthetic compounds used for decades in everything from firefighting foam to non-stick cookware. But their environmental persistence and links to health concerns have triggered an international push to remove them from soil and water.

EGL’s new project directly targets that need. The plant, to be built for a recycling client focused on reducing landfill waste, will treat both PFAS-contaminated water and soil using EGL’s patented foam fractionation process.

CEO Highlights First Commercial Deployment
“This project highlights the growing demand for effective PFAS solutions and our ability to meet that demand with proven, Australian-engineered technology,” said Jason Dixon, CEO of The Environmental Group.

The order follows successful trial programs and site visits that confirmed the commercial viability of EGL’s solution. Importantly, the technology does not rely on chemical pre-treatment, a key benefit given rising concern over chemical byproducts in environmental clean-up processes.

Targeting High-Risk Sites with Scalable Tech
The PFAS treatment system incorporates advanced automation and remote monitoring to improve safety and reduce operating labour. Designed with scalability in mind, EGL’s plant will be suitable for active and legacy sites where contamination may affect human use – such as agricultural land, water catchments, and redevelopment projects.

The client behind the order is a long-standing operator in the waste recovery sector, recognised for innovation in resource reuse and landfill reduction. While the client’s name has not been disclosed, EGL confirmed due diligence was conducted over several months, including financial reviews and on-site product trials.

First Revenue from Patented PFAS Solution
While the dollar value of the order may not materially impact EGL’s earnings alone, the milestone is significant: it marks the first revenue-generating project for EGL’s proprietary PFAS treatment technology. The company expects to complete the plant by the end of the current calendar year.

PFAS Problem Presents Broad Market Potential
PFAS remediation is one of the fastest-growing segments in environmental services, driven by regulation and public concern. The chemicals are highly resistant to breakdown and have been linked to health issues including cancer and immune system disruption.

Government agencies globally are enforcing tighter limits on PFAS levels, with Australia among them. These regulations are expected to drive significant investment in treatment solutions, particularly in sectors such as construction, defence, water utilities and waste management.

EGL’s solution addresses a critical market gap: the ability to separate PFAS from both water and soil, with low operating costs and minimal environmental trade-offs.

“We’re proud to be delivering a plant that will not only improve environmental outcomes but also set a new benchmark for the treatment of contaminated soil and water,” Jason Dixon added.

Part of a Broader Environmental Platform
The PFAS plant contract complements EGL’s wider strategy. The company operates across five divisions focused on clean air, energy systems, water quality, waste services, and emissions reduction. The PFAS technology stems from its EGL Water division, developed in collaboration with Victoria University.

EGL has confirmed that the announcement contains all material information relevant to investors and that it does not expect the identity of the client or the contract value to have a material impact on its share price.

Still, the company sees this as a turning point. The market for PFAS remediation is just beginning to unfold and EGL is staking its claim.