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New EPA data show millions more exposed to ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
New data released by the Environmental Protection Agency shows more than 11 million additional people have the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS in their drinking water.
EWG statement on Biden EPA’s proposal to ban most uses of chlorpyrifos
WASHINGTON – The Biden Environmental Protection Agency on Monday announced a proposed rule to prohibit most uses of the insecticide chlorpyrifos. The agency previously pushed to ban all uses of the...
Most counties lose if Congress cuts SNAP to boost farm subsidies, fund tax breaks
Millions of American families could lose access to food assistance if funds are diverted to pay for tax cuts from the wealthy and increased farm subsidies, leading to a funding loss for more than...
Toxic trade mission: US pitched China on toxic medical products
In 2007, two members of Congress traveling on a tax-funded junket scolded a Chinese government official over tainted Chinese-made products, including lead-tainted children's toys, being exported to...
Study finds cancer-causing chemicals in personal care products used by Black women and Latinas in L.A.
A new peer-reviewed study finds that many personal care products used by Black women and Latinas every day contain harmful chemicals linked to serious health risks, including cancer. The researchers...
On food chemicals, Biden and states have done more than Trump
When it comes to food chemicals, it’s time for the Trump team to step up. The Biden administration banned two food chemicals – brominated vegetable oil, or BVO, and Red Dye No. 3. BVO is linked to...
California bill to retroactively break solar contracts clears key Assembly committee
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – On Wednesday, the California State Assembly Appropriations Committee approved Assembly Bill 942, a utility-backed bill to undo existing home solar contracts that could ultimately...
California lawmakers advance vital chemical safety, food reforms EWG supports
SACRAMENTO – In a major win for public health, five bills targeting harmful ultra-processed food and hazardous chemicals in drinking water and specific products cleared the California Assembly and...
California State Assembly advances landmark bill to protect schoolchildren from harmful UPF
Today, in a major win for children’s health, the California State Assembly voted to advance a bipartisan bill phasing out certain ultra-processed food, or UPF, from meals served in public schools.
What’s in your protein powder? California moves to mandate heavy metal testing
SACRAMENTO – Protein powders and shakes consumed daily by millions of Californians could soon face mandatory testing for toxic heavy metals under a first-in-the-nation bill introduced today. If...
Study: Preservative Used in Pop-Tarts and Hundreds of Popular Foods May Harm the Immune System
A food preservative used to prolong the shelf life of Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, Cheez-Its and almost 1,250 other popular processed foods may harm the immune system, according to a new peer...
EWG statement on House lawmakers opposing limits on state, local pesticide safety policies
WASHINGTON – A group of 137 House lawmakers is urging leaders in Congress and the House Agriculture Committee to reject any legislation that would limit longstanding state and local pesticide safety...
Kennedy’s FDA retreats from pledge to ban artificial food dyes
WASHINGTON – Despite repeated pledges to crack down on artificial food dyes, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. today announced that the Food and Drug Administration will ease...
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Map shows tap water for nearly 100M people has toxic chromium-6 mixed with arsenic and nitrate
WASHINGTON – Thousands of communities have water utilities serving almost 100 million people drinking water that's polluted with hexavalent chromium , also called chromium-6 , as well as arsenic and...
Trump tariff bailout sends billions to mega farms, speeding consolidation
Nearly 40% of the $11 billion taxpayer-funded farm bailout meant to offset the effects of the Trump administration tariffs, known as bridge payments, will likely flow to the largest farms. An EWG...
Syngenta stopping global paraquat production doesn’t end need for states to enact bans
Clarification appended WASHINGTON – The Environmental Working Group welcomes Syngenta’s announcement today that it will cease production of the toxic weedkiller paraquat at its United Kingdom facility...
View EWG's Shopper's Guide methodology here.
| Commodity name | Number of samples | PDP sample years included |
| Spinach | 1,295 | 2015, 2016 |
| Strawberries | 1,343 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Kale, collard and mustard greens | 2,380 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Grapes | 1,363 | 2022, 2023 |
| Peaches | 904 | 2021, 2022 |
| Cherries | 483 | 2014, 2015, 2016 |
| Nectarines | 1,762 | 2013, 2014, 2015 |
| Pears | 1,340 | 2021, 2022 |
| Apples | 334 | 2023 |
| Blackberries | 294 | 2023 |
| Blueberries, cultivated | 1,202 | 2020 |
New California bill would require diaper manufacturers to fully disclose chemical ingredients
SACRAMENTO – A bill introduced today aims to give parents and caregivers a clearer picture of what’s in the diapers they trust for their infants and toddlers every day. Assembly Bill 1901 would, if...
California appeals court sides with CPUC, utilities in serious blow to rooftop solar
SACRAMENTO – The California Court of Appeal has dealt a major setback to rooftop solar , siding with the California Public Utilities Commission and the state’s three monopoly electric utilities in a...
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California balcony solar bill sails through key Senate committee
SACRAMENTO – The Environmental Working Group today praised the California Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee for advancing Senate Bill 868 by a unanimous 12‑0 vote. The bill would...
States, not the FDA, are now the front lines of food safety
Evidence keeps mounting about the health risks of common food chemicals. At the same time, Americans are waking up to the fact that the federal government not only doesn’t vet the chemicals used in...
Natural and artificial flavor: What's the difference?
If you’ve studied ingredient labels and been mystified by “natural flavor” and “artificial flavor,” you’re not alone. These vague terms suggest a big gap in quality, but the reality is more complex...
