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UPDATE: Federal facilities dramatically expand plant-based or vegetarian options
Federal facilities almost doubled the plant-based or vegetarian options they offer workers and visitors than last year, a new EWG survey finds. Almost 90 percent of federal facilities provided a plant...
EWG letter to the National Environmental Justice Advisory Council urging the ban the use of paraquat
Attached is EWG's letter to the Environmental Protection Agency's National Environmental Justice Advisory Council, urging the EPA to take swift and decisive action to ban the use of paraquat.
Snow joke: Food additives stocked in festive candies
Regardless of the seasonal holidays you celebrate, one winter symbol is ubiquitous across the United States: the snowman. So it’s no surprise you can find snowman-themed products, from plush toys to...
California regulators greenlight PG&E bid to extend aging Diablo Canyon nuclear plant’s life
California regulators today granted Pacific Gas & Electric’s misguided and dangerous request to extend the operation of its aging Diablo Canyon nuclear plant five years beyond the originally scheduled...
Reforming federal cosmetics law: What is the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act?
Almost a year ago, President Joe Biden signed the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022, or MoCRA, into law, marking the first significant update to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic...
Plant-powered holiday dishes approved by EWG
For the festive season, EWG is dishing out some green gastronomic advice with mouthwatering plant-based recipes – perfect for a healthy and happy time over the holidays.
Hundreds of chemicals in everyday consumer products may increase breast cancer risk
More than 900 chemicals found in cosmetics, drinking water, food and cleaning supplies used by millions of Americans every day may cause biological changes linked to risk of developing breast cancer...
EWG redefines mattress safety standards, launches EWG VERIFIED®: Mattresses with Naturepedic
The Environmental Working Group is reshaping the landscape of mattress manufacturing by introducing a collection of 26 mattresses and one changing table pad that meet stringent criteria for health...
How to buy a mattress without toxic chemicals
How hard can it be to buy a mattress? The answer: There’s more to consider with this big ticket consumer item than you might suspect – including your health. A mattress is a purchase you may make only...
‘Forever chemicals’: Top 3 ways to lower your exposure
The harmful “forever chemicals” known as PFAS are everywhere – as EWG scientists say, “Wherever we look, we find them.” But reducing exposure to these toxic substances is possible.
Let states and communities protect their citizens from pesticides
Pesticide makers could undermine state and local governments’ right to adopt rules that protect communities from exposure to toxic crop chemicals, if some members of Congress get their way. They’re...
USDA census: Smaller farms falling further behind
New data released today by the Department of Agriculture show that smaller farms are falling further behind their larger neighbors.
EWG expands team with key new hires
The Environmental Working Group announces the addition of several outstanding individuals to its team, further enhancing the organization’s capacity to safeguard human health and the environment.
California lawmaker introduces bill to end non-essential uses of toxic ‘forever chemicals’
On Wednesday, California Sen. Nancy Skinner (D-Berkeley) introduced Senate Bill 903, which would ban the sale and use of products containing the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, unless their use is...
300+ solar workers and supporters rally in support of solar energy and urge Sacramento to keep California a solar state
SACRAMENTO – Solar workers traveled to the state Capital on Wednesday to rally in support of solar energy, calling on lawmakers to keep California a solar state.
California lawmakers advance bill to shield school children from harmful food dyes
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – On June 26, the California Senate Education Committee voted to advance a bipartisan bill to ban six harmful dyes and titanium dioxide from food provided in the state’s public...
It’s time to ban toxic artificial coloring in school food
It’s good news that California will soon consider legislation to ban toxic artificial colors in the food offered in public schools.
Safer sprayers: Options for spring cleaning
It’s official: spring is right around the corner. With the warmer weather and the season’s holidays approaching, people everywhere are dusting window sills, wiping counters and spraying bathrooms. But...
Las comunidades latinas de California, particularmente las comunidades de bajos ingresos están expuestos a cantidades mucho más altas de paraquat que otras áreas del estado, según un nuevo análisis del Environmental Working Group. Paraquat es un herbicida tóxico vinculado a un mayor riesgo de desarrollar la enfermedad de Parkinson.
What is food dye?
From popsicles to pistachios and from meat to mac and cheese, synthetic food dyes are everywhere. Their vibrant colors make food appealing and increase our appetite.
New EWG report finds toxic pesticide spray risks near thousands of elementary schools
More than 4,000 elementary schools across the U.S. are located within spitting distance of farm fields where toxic pesticides are likely sprayed, a new Environmental Working Group analysis shows.
What is TCE? Learn about this notorious chemical and the EPA’s proposed ban
The Biden Environmental Protection Agency proposed a long-overdue ban on most uses of trichloroethylene in October. But what is this chemical and why is it concerning?
Tap water of more than 19 million Americans polluted by ‘Civil Action’ carcinogen that EPA is poised to ban
A new interactive map details where drinking water supplies for more than 19 million Americans are contaminated with trichloroethylene, or TCE – a cancer-causing industrial solvent made notorious by...
It’s no-shave November, not no-care November: Caring for your facial hair
For millions of men all over the country, it’s the hairiest time of the year. Whether they’re growing mustaches for Movember or leaving their facial hair untouched for No Shave November it’s safe to...
