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… …
Apple's 2018 Environmental Responsibility Report reads, "We apply our most rigorous controls to the materials that are in prolonged skin contact. Our toxicologists review results from our testing and use FMDs to generate comprehensive hazard and… …
Clean Production Action teamed up with Ann Blake Environmental & Public Health Consulting and GreenBlue as an initiative of the Cancer-Free Economy Network, a growing collaboration of 50+ organizations working together in aligned,… …
Overview of GreenScreen for Safer Chemicals. Includes how it works, identifying chemicals of high concern, practical uses of the method, and the Benchmark system.
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Online training begins June 13th The course includes three live, online, 75-minute classes: June 13th: Discover the global landscape of chemicals of concern lists, how they impact different sectors, and how stakeholders manage their lists.… …
Here are a few new resources from Clean Production Action and friends to support your journey to safer chemicals: Webinar TODAY: One stop shop for information on chemical hazards - The Data Commons 4 Introductory courses in chemicals management… …
Need help understanding restricted substances lists (RSLs), measuring chemical footprints, or identifying safer alternatives? Here are some resources from Clean Production Action: 4 Courses on getting started with - Corporate chemicals policies RSLs… …
Join Clean Production Action in addressing your pain points in chemicals and materials management. In 2018 we are offering 4 new courses that build from our expertise in proactive chemicals and materials management to develop the skills and provide… …
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… …
Chemicals, Polymers, & Products GreenScreen® v1.4 is here! Since its launch in 2007, GreenScreen® for Safer Chemicals has gone through several revisions, but this update to version 1.4 is particularly significant. In response to… …
The blog will discuss the challenges that arise with applying the GreenScreen List Translator method in an automated tool, the impact of those challenges, and how those challenges are being addressed. Background A growing number of… …
Last week CPA released a new and updated GreenScreen method (version 1.4) to address chemicals, polymers and products. Why did you and your team do this? Since its launch in 2007, GreenScreen has gone through several revisions, but this update to… …
The Chemicals in Products (CiP) Programme (Chemicals in Products Programme, Chemicals in Products Programme Guidance) is an ongoing activity at UN Environment on the policy and practical facets of access to information on the chemicals contained in… …
In these times of federal roll-backs to human and environmental health protections, we thankfully still have companies keeping and upping their commitments to use inherently safer chemicals in products, manufacturing, and supply… …
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.
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Evaluation of products commonly used in Pediatric Patient Rooms for Hazardous Chemicals Somerville, MA – A new report released today by Clean Production Action provides the first ever Chemical Footprint of Products Commonly Used in… …
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… …
Dear Friends of CPA, It is with great pleasure that I share the news that the Investor Environmental Health Network (IEHN) is coming under the Clean Production Action umbrella. This is an exciting new chapter in our decade-plus partnership with Dr.… …
The CFP 2017 Survey is now live! Brands and manufacturers now have a common language for communicating to investors and customers their progress on their journey to safer chemicals. The Chemical Footprint Project Survey was launched in 2015 and… …
The leaves are changing here in Somerville which means BizNGO 2017 is right around the corner. This year, the annual meeting will be held on December 5-6 at the NonProfit Center in downtown Boston. Learn more and get your ticket here.… …
