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Something to scream about: Harmful chemicals in ice cream and popsicles
PG&E quietly seeks $11.8B to extend Diablo Canyon nuclear plant through 2030
Even in an industry notorious for wildly underestimating costs, reviled California utility Pacific Gas & Electric may be setting a new standard with its latest price tag of almost $12 billion to keep...
Interactive map: Tracking food chemical regulation in the U.S.
What is food dye?
It’s time to ban toxic artificial coloring in school food
Battle in California court shows urgent need to expand, not limit, solar in the state
A legal fight in California could determine whether the state will meet its clean energy and climate goals – or whether power companies’ greed could prevent millions of hardworking residents from...
EWG statement on California appeals court hearing over CPUC's rooftop solar decision
EWG scores crucial victories with three new California laws to protect your health
In a major win for people aiming to live healthier lives, EWG has helped usher in six new California laws that will reduce exposure to harmful chemicals in food, cosmetics and other products – and...
The macro issues of microplastics
California bill to ban food chemicals is a win for environmental justice
The system works: How a new law could end Big Oil’s gas price gouging in California
At the end of March, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law passed by leaders in the state legislature that aims to end Big Oil’s rampant gas price gouging at the pump.
For Californians looking to install solar, time is running out to take advantage of state’s financial incentives
The financial incentives California offers residents and small business owners seeking to install solar panels and batteries will be slashed when new rules take effect in April.
'Forever chemicals' disclosures at heart of California battle championed by public agencies and public health advocates
A broad coalition including EWG and other clean water and public health advocates are banding together to call for new disclosure requirements for manufacturers bringing into California the “forever...
California city water agencies fight legislative effort to set strict health safeguards for lead pipeline replacements
The Environmental Working Group is urging California lawmakers to pass a strong bill to ensure safe and quick replacements of lead-contaminated pipelines, and oppose a loophole allowing the work to be...