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EWG news roundup (7/9): Protecting California’s rooftop solar program, PG&E petition for $3.6 billion rate hike and more
In an op-ed published last Saturday in the San Francisco Chronicle , EWG President and longtime Bay Area resident Ken Cook argued that state regulators should save California’s popular rooftop solar...
Johnson & Johnson detects cancer-causing benzene in some spray sunscreens
On Wednesday, Johnson & Johnson announced it is voluntarily recalling 14 sunscreen products from five different products lines after finding benzene, a known carcinogen, in some popular sunscreen...
EWG news roundup (7/16): Mapping PFAS industrial dischargers, EWG partners with Amazon to highlight clean cosmetics and more
EWG news roundup (7/16): Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
California lawmakers advance bills to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in kids’ products, food packaging
California lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly boost efforts to remove the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS from consumer products, with the state Senate poised to vote...
Lake Erie’s annual algae outbreak mostly threatens health of people in disadvantaged communities
A new Environmental Working Group analysis reveals that Lake Erie’s annual algae bloom problem, which releases the toxin microcystin into the water, may pose elevated health risks for the communities...
‘Forever chemicals’ contamination at Defense Department sites threatens Chesapeake Bay fish
The groundwater of at least nine military installations close to the Chesapeake Bay is contaminated with high levels of the toxic fluorinated “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, according to Department...
EWG comments to EPA on tebuconazole
The Environmental Working Group submits comments to the Environmental Protection Agency on the human health risk assessment for the fungicide tebuconazole. EWG urges the EPA to better protect children...
EWG statement on 100-day deadline for EPA PFAS council recommendations
Today marks the 100-day deadline for an Environmental Protection Agency council to submit recommendations to Administrator Michael Regan for coordinating and accelerating remediation of the “forever...
Research
EWG water atlas reveals nitrate, phosphorous water pollution in four Upper Mississippi Basin states closely aligns with fertilizer use on cropland
The Environmental Working Group presents an innovative “water atlas” tracking phosphorous and nitrate pollution in four Upper Mississippi River Basin states.
Research
Green light for hydrogen: Water and climate benefits can speed shift to clean energy future
Green hydrogen is emerging as a leading clean energy technology that can accelerate the transition from dirty, dangerous and water-guzzling power sources like coal and nuclear power to reliable, affordable energy that helps tackle the climate crisis.
EWG statement on FDA industry guidance on lead levels in juice
WASHINGTON – The Food and Drug Administration today issued draft guidance to the juice industry on levels of lead in apple juice and other ready-to-drink juice and juice blends. The guidance provides...
Gov. DeSantis’ stunning veto of anti-solar measure puts focus on governors in California and North Carolina
Clean energy advocates in Florida and across the country were thunderstruck to learn of the Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis' veto of a controversial bill written by Sunshine State electric utility...
Biden administration must rein in electricity-intensive cryptocurrency mining to meet climate goals
Environmental organizations led by Greenpeace, Environmental Working Group and Earthjustice filed comments Monday with the White House, urging the Biden administration to act to reduce the greenhouse...
Consumer Guides
Simple, nutritious and delicious meatless recipes
Stefanie Sacks is a Culinary Nutritionist and Author of “What the Fork Are You Eating?” exploring the link between a healthier diet and a healthier environment. She provides straightforward advice and encouragement to anyone looking to improve their nutrition and protect the planet.
From my book “What The Fork Are You Eating?” © Stefanie Sacks, 2014
Black and pinto beans are from the same genus/species. Both are commonly grown not just in the U.S. but also around the globe. They are typically found dried in bags, and in most grocery stores’ bulk sections. You can also find them cooked, in jars, boxes or cans.
Cook: Like many other legumes, these can be purchased dry
From my book “What the Fork Are You Eating” © Stefanie Sacks, 2014
Tofu is made not from soybeans but from their milk. Although native to east Asia, soybeans also grow in the U.S. About 94 percent of the U.S. soy crop is genetically modified, so it’s best to choose organic soy, if possible. Tofu is made by curdling soy milk with heat and a coagulant like nigiri. The curds are then pressed into a
Nonprofit news outlet launches to spotlight underreported environmental and public health stories
The New Lede, a nonprofit environmental news site created as a journalism initiative of the Environmental Working Group, officially launches today with the goal of spotlighting underreported stories...
Beware misleading ‘regenerative’ soil claims on non-organic foods
Misleading claims that making non-organic foods – from beef to butter – is “regenerative” for soil are proliferating, as more companies make unverified statements about their products.
Gov. Newsom’s clean air regulators prioritize rooftop solar expansion in California climate action plan
California’s top clean air regulators this week released a proposed plan to fight the climate crisis by cutting carbon dioxide emissions, with policy priorities including an effort to expand rooftop...
Formula shortage: What the FDA got wrong, and what Congress and caregivers can do
Parents and caregivers nationwide face a dire situation – infant formula shelves are bare, due to a voluntary recall sparked by the discovery of a dangerous pathogen. Although Abbott Nutrition, the...
John Oliver skewers utility monopolies like PG&E and Duke for ratepayer hikes, crushing solar
John Oliver, host of HBO’s “Last Week Tonight,” skewered corrupt monopoly utilities like Pacific Gas & Electric and Duke Energy in Sunday’s episode, showing how they use raw power, weak regulations...
EWG applauds “forever chemicals” research bill
The Environmental Working Group today applauded the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology for advancing legislation to conduct more research on the health effects of the toxic “forever...
‘Forever chemicals’ contamination at Defense Department sites threatens Great Lakes fish and residents
Groundwater from at least six Defense Department sites in the Great Lakes region is contaminated with high levels of the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, according to DOD records obtained by...
The Netflix of solar: Save more money on your utility bills with novel renewable power
Millions of Americans now have easier access to cheap and renewable solar energy, thanks to community solar, a subscription-based service that makes it simple for electricity customers to use remote...
