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Press Releases

More than 100 groups from across the country urge Congress to ban toxic PFAS in food packaging
Bipartisan amendment to ban PFAS chemicals in food packaging passed in key Senate committee today
Washington state releases final report for landmark law that protects people and wildlife from toxic chemicals in products
WA – New study finds toxic chemicals in most products labeled stain- or water-resistant
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Press Statements

Walmart removes nearly 37 million pounds of toxic “priority chemicals” from its products
REI fails to commit to phasing out PFAS “forever chemicals” from products it makes and sells
Sen. Gillibrand and Rep. Kildee Introduce Landmark Bill to Protect Firefighters from Toxic PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Used in Firefighting Foam
REI earns ‘F’ grade in new scorecard on toxic “forever chemicals” commitments by major retailers
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Our Media Coverage

Pressure growing to remove PFAS from fast food wrappers
June 1, 2022
Seattle study of breast milk from 50 women finds chemical used in ...
July 19, 2021
Water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic plastics, study says. Here’s what to ...
January 26, 2022
Listen to experts and tackle the toxic chemical crisis contributing to chronic ...
May 28, 2020
Nearly 75 percent of water-resistant products found to have PFAS, study says
January 27, 2022
Starbucks will eliminate all PFAS in its packaging
April 1, 2022
How a nonprofit is working with retail giants like Whole Foods to ...
August 17, 2021
New Washington state bill is the “fastest timeline in the nation” for ...
April 7, 2022
Stain- and water-resistant products plagued by PFAS: study
January 26, 2022
Nearly 75% of water-resistant products contain toxic PFAS, study finds
January 26, 2022
Production of forever chemicals emits potent greenhouse gases, analysis finds
September 16, 2021
Alabama PFAS manufacturing plant creates the climate pollution of 125,000 cars
September 16, 2021
Study Finds High Levels of Toxic Chemicals in Mothers’ Breast Milk
May 25, 2021
‘Concerning’ levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in US mothers’ breast milk, study says
May 13, 2021
Seattle study finds toxic chemicals in mothers’ breast milk
May 25, 2021
A group of Seattle moms had their breast milk tested, and all ...
July 19, 2021
Study finds alarming levels of ‘forever chemicals’ in US mothers’ breast milk
May 13, 2021
Toxic chemical ‘Hall of Shame’ calls out major retailers for failing to ...
June 14, 2021
Good news: Fast food packaging is full of toxic chemicals
August 7, 2020
The Dangerous Chemical Reportedly Found In McDonald’s Food Wrappers
August 13, 2020
These Fast-Food Chains Are Using Toxic Food Wrappers, New Report Finds
August 6, 2020
The End Is Nearer for ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Food Wrappers
August 7, 2020
Toxic Chemicals May Be Used In Packaging For Big Macs And Whoppers, ...
August 7, 2020
Fast food from these chains is ‘packaged in pollution,’ report finds
August 10, 2020
Fast-food wrappers at McDonald’s, Burger King may harbor toxic chemicals
August 7, 2020
Fast-food wrappers at McDonald’s, Burger King may harbor toxic chemicals
August 6, 2020
Potentially Hazardous Chemicals Are Found in Fast-Food Packaging, a New Report Finds
August 6, 2020
Toxic chemicals may be in fast food wrappers and take-out containers, report ...
August 6, 2020

Our Campaigns

Congress: ban toxic food packaging!
EPA: Ban asbestos
EPA: ban dangerous paint strippers
REI: time to opt-out of PFAS!
Safer Products for Washington