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Growing veggies in my (leaded?) urban soil
I live in an old house (1911) and used to work in affordable housing, so the dangers of lead paint aren't new to me. And with toddlers around for years now, I know to avoid paint chips in the mouth...
Puberty is tough enough without BPA
Every child's journey through puberty is different, but you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone describe the experience as "wonderful," "awesome" or "let's play two!"
Beijing Games Had Worst Air Pollution Ever
Remember the Chinese government's draconian crackdown on air pollution before the 2008 Olympics?
EWG and Allies Urge Defeat of Biofuels Green House Gas Analysis Exemption
While agriculture and forestry are poised to be leaders in sustainable climate solutions, to realize this opportunity America needs policies built on sound science. Science supports the inclusion of...
Let's talk some serious shop about TSCA reform
Today we invite you to join an important conversation about our nation's chemical policy - and how we're going to reform it. The fact that we need to reform the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is...
Proposed Budget Could Mean Loss in EQIP Money
Mitchell Daily Republic, Seth Tupper An environmental group said Wednesday that the Obama administration's proposed 2010 fiscal-year budget would cause South Dakota to "lose" about $5.3 million in...
Cloud over BPA grows as
The country's top endocrine scientists have declared the toxic plastics chemical bisphenol A (BPA) and other environmental pollutants shown to disrupt the endocrine system to be a "significant concern...
Dear CEO: It's time to reduce children's exposure to BPA
On June 10th, EWG's President Ken Cook wrote a letter to Coca-Cola's Chairman and CEO, Muhtar Kent, calling on him to take immediate steps to reduce children's exposure to BPA.
Time to say goodbye
I will never forget my job interview here at EWG--I woke up at 3am to catch the plane from Detroit and to make my 9am interview time. I slept for one hour the night before because I was nervous and...
NPR: Power Breakfast
National Public Radio: Capitol News Connection, Elizabeth Wynne Johnson Today the energy and climate change bill goes to mark-up in the ag committee. Where almost every member has at least one ethanol...
9 safer shopping tips from the pros @ Skin Deep
For me, EWG's Skin Deep database has always been a place to get a score. Then, depending where in the 1 to 10 hazard range my personal care product falls (come on, toothpaste, get a 1!), either rush...
June 5th is World Environment Day: So watch this movie
To spur action on the 37th World Environment Day (yes, it was Friday, June 5th), Yann Arthus-Bertrand wrote a 'hymn for the planet. This 2-minute trailer will have you running to the theater.
Recycling CFLs in Maine... and beyond
Compact fluorescent lightbulbs (CFLs) might save you money, but they contain mercury. Soon the state of Maine will have ample recycling thanks to a new law. Maine Public Radio reported today that a...
Take our BPA quiz, then pick up the phone...
It's almost the end of the school year - perfect time for a little pop quiz to see if you've been paying attention!
The week from hell for BPA
Beginning last weekend, the food and chemical industries began what could only be described as a "week from hell."
Thank You For Buying Our Toxic Plastic
It's 1960. Embattled tobacco industry reps, accused by the Federal Trade Commission and health groups of hawking products that kill people, retreat to a sumptuous hideaway and devise a campaign to...
State by State Funding Cuts, Part Deux
President Obama's proposed 2010 fiscal year budget continues the long string of broken promises that have left conservation programs billions short over the past two farm bills. Without proper...
EWG's Tips to avoid BPA exposure
EWG is working hard to pass laws that limit or ban the dangerous chemical BPA. But until they pass, we think you should have the latest info on sources of exposure and our tips to avoid them on your...
No more tears......just cancer causing chemicals
Baby products should not contain toxic ingredients, according to common sense as well as 40 + organizations lead by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) co-founded Campaign for Safe Cosmetics.
Another Argument Against Ethanol
The ethanol industry is pushing the Environmental Protection Agency to increase from 10 percent to 15 percent the amount of ethanol that is blended into gasoline, saying it will boost demand, create...