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Using bad math, water utilities fight to delay progress in tackling ‘forever chemicals’
Many of the nation’s water utilities have been trying to weaken or delay Environmental Protection Agency final rules addressing the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.
Best bang for your buck mascaras
It’s prom season, which means millions of teenagers across the U.S. will be getting done up for one of the most high school experiences. It’s a time for “promposals,” dancing and getting enough...
EPA hazardous substance designation holds polluters accountable for ‘forever chemicals’
Today the Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule to hold polluters responsible for contamination they caused with the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.
What they’re saying about the EPA’s ‘hazardous substances’ designation for two PFAS
On April 19 the Environmental Protection Agency designated two of the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and...
Popular POM juice producer among California's leading users of paraquat
The Wonderful Company, California-based maker of the popular pomegranate juice POM, is the state’s second-largest user of paraquat – a toxic herbicide banned in over 60 countries – a new Environmental...
California consumer advocates call on lawmakers to stop utility tax hike on working families, retirees
Working families, retirees, disabled individuals and millions of others living in apartments or small homes in the state will face steeper monthly electricity bills if a proposed utility tax takes...
What does the EPA’s new hazardous substances designation for two ‘forever chemicals’ mean?
More than 5,000 sites across the U.S. are polluted with the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, creating an urgent national health and environmental crisis. The Biden administration took a...
EWG honors 2024 Changemakers at 15th Annual Earth Day Dinner in San Francisco
The Environmental Working Group is proud to announce five recipients of its 2024 Changemakers Award, which recognizes exceptional leaders in California business and politics who have dedicated their...
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EPA hazardous substance designation holds polluters accountable for ‘forever chemicals’
Today the Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule to hold polluters responsible for contamination they caused with the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.
Popular POM juice producer among California's leading users of paraquat
The Wonderful Company, California-based maker of the popular pomegranate juice POM, is the state’s second-largest user of paraquat – a toxic herbicide banned in over 60 countries – a new Environmental...
California consumer advocates call on lawmakers to stop utility tax hike on working families, retirees
Working families, retirees, disabled individuals and millions of others living in apartments or small homes in the state will face steeper monthly electricity bills if a proposed utility tax takes...
EWG statement on new California legal limit for chromium-6 in drinking water
Today California’s State Water Resources Board voted to finalize a new drinking water limit for hexavalent chromium, the notorious “Erin Brockovich” carcinogen.
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Using bad math, water utilities fight to delay progress in tackling ‘forever chemicals’
Many of the nation’s water utilities have been trying to weaken or delay Environmental Protection Agency final rules addressing the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.
Best bang for your buck mascaras
It’s prom season, which means millions of teenagers across the U.S. will be getting done up for one of the most high school experiences. It’s a time for “promposals,” dancing and getting enough...
What they’re saying about the EPA’s ‘hazardous substances’ designation for two PFAS
On April 19 the Environmental Protection Agency designated two of the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and...
What does the EPA’s new hazardous substances designation for two ‘forever chemicals’ mean?
More than 5,000 sites across the U.S. are polluted with the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, creating an urgent national health and environmental crisis. The Biden administration took a...
What is EWG’s Food Scores?
EWG’s Food Scores is an easy-to-use food database that helps you make healthier, more informed choices about what you eat and drink based on scientific data and research.
First-time homeowners, first-time twins: How one mom relied on EWG to babyproof her house
“When we found out we were having twins, my husband was speechless with shock,” said Katherine Armstrong, who gave birth to two girls late last year. “While I was initially surprised too, I was also...
Fight to save rooftop solar in California heads to state Supreme Court
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The fight to save California’s rooftop solar program now heads to the state Supreme Court, after it issued a rare decision to hear the appeal of a case that will determine the...
What they’re saying about the EPA’s regulation of ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Here are excerpts from the statements of environmental, health and community advocacy leaders and organizations about the EPA announcement, which marks historic progress addressing PFAS.
What do the new federal PFAS drinking water standards mean?
More than 5,000 sites across the U.S. are polluted with the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, creating an urgent national health and environmental crisis.
Interactive map: Tracking food chemical regulation in the U.S.
Thousands of chemicals are allowed for use in food sold in this country. And while most of these are likely safe to eat, some have been linked to serious health harms.
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