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EWG analysis: As climate crisis accelerated, 10 Mississippi River basin counties raked in $3 billion in crop insurance payouts
Ten counties in the Mississippi River basin received over $3 billion in crop insurance payments between 2001 and 2020, much of it for losses caused by extreme weather tied to the climate crisis...
Cell Phone Radiation May Alter Brain, DNA
New research by Russian scientist Igor Belyaev, Ph.D., and Turkish researcher Nesrin Seyhan, Ph.D., shows that radiation emitted from portable devices may damage DNA and disrupt the process of DNA...
FDA test results again downplay risks of ‘forever chemicals’ in food
The Food and Drug Administration’s release today of tests for the presence of the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS in food once again downplays the risks that the substances pose to consumers, with...
EWG news roundup (8/27): ‘Forever chemicals’ taint military sites across the nation, FDA downplays PFAS risks in food and more
EWG news roundup (8/27):Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
Avoid potentially toxic algae during Labor Day weekend: Almost 400 outbreaks already in 2021
At least 39 states are suffering potentially toxic algae bloom outbreaks this year, with almost 400 news reports of incidents already in 2021 – a 25 percent leap from reports by the same time last...
House Armed Services Committee advances critical PFAS actions, cleanup funds
The House Armed Services Committee is expected as early as this evening to advance the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2022, with critical provisions for the Pentagon to address the...
Study: Certified organic packaged foods contain fewer ingredients linked to negative health effects
Questions persist about just how much healthier organic produce is compared to conventional food, yet until now, no study has systematically considered the differences between organic and non-organic...
Staying safe under the sun: How melanin levels can significantly affect skin cancer risk
Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide and the most diagnosed cancer in the U.S. Recent research shows that melanin, a pigment found in hair, skin and eyes, can play a...
Local fire departments need Congress’ help for switch to PFAS-free foam and gear
Firefighters are among those most highly exposed to harms from the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS through their protective gear and firefighting foam, but many local fire departments lack the...
EWG applauds Biden’s ambitious goal for solar to produce almost 50 percent of U.S. electricity by 2050
President Joe Biden’s ambitious plan for the U.S. to produce almost 50 percent of its electricity from solar by 2050 is achievable and vital to stave off the worst impacts of the climate crisis, said...
EWG news roundup (9/10): Two major bills in California head to Gov. Newsom, congressional push to protect firefighters from ‘forever chemicals’ and more
EWG news roundup (9/10): Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
EPA’s plan to regulate industry ‘forever chemicals’ discharges falls short
The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to regulate some industrial discharges of the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS into our drinking water falls short of what’s needed to turn off...
EWG news roundup (9/17): Green hydrogen as affordable way to combat the climate crisis, algae blooms causing ER trips and more
EWG news roundup (9/17): Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
Common food additives in Cap’n Crunch and Apple Jacks cereal may harm human health
When you’re shopping for cereal, you might assume everything for sale has been regulated and proven safe to eat. But that’s not always true. In fact, popular brands, including Cap’n Crunch and Apple...
EWG news roundup (2/18): Califf confirmed as FDA commissioner, Calif. voters overwhelmingly oppose plan to crush rooftop solar program and more
EWG news roundup (2/18): Here’s some news you can use going into the weekend.
USGS detects ‘forever chemicals’ in 16 states’ water wells
The U.S. Geological Survey has detected the toxic “forever chemicals” known as PFAS in public and private drinking water wells in 16 Eastern states.
Duke Energy may waste millions on nonexistent nuclear reactors, ignoring safe and clean renewable power
Duke Energy could soon throw away hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars by investing in the emerging nuclear energy technology known as small modular reactors, or SMRs, ignoring cleaner and...
Why is EWG talking about plant-based foods and the climate crisis?
It’s no secret we’re living through a period of unprecedented and catastrophic climate change, and every day serious problems from the crisis become more apparent.
EWG Seeks Answers About Loophole in Proposed New York Fracking Plan
EWG is requesting records from New York officials to shed light on a potentially glaring loophole in the state's draft plan for regulating high-volume hydraulic fracturing in the event that Gov...
Dangerous levels of mercury found in skin creams sold on Amazon, eBay and other online retailers
A new report from the Zero Mercury Working Group finds almost half of skin lightening creams tested contained dangerously high levels of mercury but continue to be sold by online retailers like Amazon...
EWG testimony on agriculture and the climate crisis
Attached is EWG’s testimony to the House Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry of the House Agriculture Committee on the role of USDA programs in addressing climate change.
Nation's Pediatricians Warn Against Pesticides in Food
The American Academy of Pediatrics has taken the unprecedented step of issuing a policy statement that calls on the government, schools, parents and medical professionals to take concerted action to...
Study: California’s rooftop solar incentives drive installations for working-class families
Incentives provided by states like California to low-income and working-class families help drive adoption of residential rooftop solar, according to a new study.
FDA Warns Leading Cosmetics Maker on Anti-Aging Claims
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently (Sept. 7) warned Lancôme to stop making grand claims for several of its anti-aging products -- claims that would require the agency to approve them...
