Hazards of PFAS fact sheet

Download the Hazards of PFAS Fact Sheet Learn more on a free webinar on September 6th at 12 pm ET. What are PFAS? Chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”) constitute a class of over 3,000 fluorinated chemicals that… …

GreenScreen® Overview

Overview of GreenScreen for Safer Chemicals.  Includes how it works, identifying chemicals of high concern, practical uses of the method, and the Benchmark system.   Download the overview (2018) En español (2017) …

Alternatives to PFAS-Coated Food Packaging

Nonstick chemicals known as per- and poly-fluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) are commonly used in disposable food packaging and food service ware as an oil and grease barrier. Concerns about their hazards are creating demand among grocery stores and… …

Naturepedic: Taking a Precautionary Approach to Chemicals in Products

This case study of the Naturepedic, a manufaturer of organic mattresses,  exemplifies a company that has considered safer chemistry as a fundamental design element and has engineered their products accordingly. Download the case study. …

Chemical Footprint of Products Commonly Used in Pediatric Departments

What is the Chemical Footprint of Health Care Products? Nonprofit Clean Production Action Evaluates Products Commonly Used in Pediatric Patient Rooms for Hazardous Chemicals A new report by Clean Production Action provides the first ever Chemical… …

TV Reality: Toxic Flame Retardants in TVs

Televisions have historically contained large amounts of flame retardants, which scientists believe has contributed to the presence of toxic flame retardants in the home environment. Makers of televisions don’t have to report what chemicals are… …

The Case for Chemical Transparency

Customers and business leaders are driving the trend to full chemical ingredient disclosure.  As one company states, "Transparency is fundamental to running a sustainable business."  Read why companies and retailers are now voluntarily… …

Lifting the Nano Veil: A Peek at Nanosilver With GreenScreen®

Peeking at hazard data for silver and nanosilver. Scientists and people concerned about toxic chemicals in products, worked together through the organization Coming Clean – an environmental health and justice collaborative – to address… …

The Plastics BAN List

An analysis and call-to-action to phase out the most harmful plastic products used in California. Download the report. …