2015
Engaged growing online supporter base
EWG gained more than 125,000 new followers on Facebook, increased its engagement rate to 4.2 percent and drove 2.5 million visits to EWG’s website.
Sen. Boxer received EWG’s first Courage Award
Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., was the first recipient of the EWG Courage Award, given in commemoration of her more than six decades of advocacy for a healthy, sustainable world.
Uncovered billion-dollar boondoggle in federal crop insurance program
EWG shed light on the billions of taxpayer dollars given to the federal crop insurance program.
Found toxic nail polish chemicals in women’s bodies
EWG and Duke University found evidence of harmful chemicals typically found popular nail polish brands in women’s bodies.
Launched EWG VERIFIED™ program
EWG launched its new verification program to give consumers peace of mind at the point of sale. The program helps them avoid toxic, potentially harmful chemicals and contaminants commonly found in consumer goods.
Investigated fracking fluids in Calif.
EWG analyzed the hazardous chemicals, with ties to cancer and hormone disruption, that are found in fracking fluid throughout California.
Revealed popular food brands that expose consumers to BPA
EWG found that major canned food brands were still using BPA, a known hormone disruptor, in the epoxy lining of their products.
Pressured Calif. regulators to add BPA to state list of toxic chemicals
In a major EWG victory, California added bisphenol A, or BPA, to Proposition 65, its list of toxic chemicals.
Raised privacy concerns regarding FACT Act
Asbestos companies claim they need this legislation because they allege victims are committing fraud. The Government Accountability Office, the investigative arm of Congress, studied the trusts in 2011 and found no evidence to support the companies' accusations.
Worked with lawmakers to introduce the Feinstein-Collins cosmetics bill
A bill introduced by Sens. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., and Susan Collins, R-Maine, would help the FDA ensure the safety of cosmetics and other personal care products.
