A new year, with promising new regulations
2013 was a productive year for fire safety and for environmental health!
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Important research & policy updates, and work from our Institute
The greatest danger to gymnasts may lie in their safety pits
When I think of the health problems that a gymnast may suffer from I imagine things like a broken arm or a sprained ankle.
USGBC honors leaders, unveils new building health initiative
The US Green Building Council Northern California Chapter’s annual Super Hero Awards gala, held last Tuesday in San Francisco, honored leaders in the nonprofit, education, and government sectors for their work in generating healthy, sustainable, and responsible communities and policies.
As OSHA emphasizes safety, long term health risks fester
If you were one of millions of viewers who watched the documentary Blackfish on CNN this past week, then you know how the orca Tilikum killed SeaWorld trainer Dawn Brancheau in 2010.
HBCD alternatives assessment: narrow focus misses large problems
In reading the Executive Summary of the recent EPA DfE alternatives assessment it may appear that there is a safer chemical replacement for the flame retardant hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD), which is being globally phased out.
Giants of industry move toward healthier products
It started in 2012 when Johnson & Johnson pledged to eliminate phthalates, triclosan, formaldehyde and parabens from its product line which includes Aveeno, Neutrogena, and Johnson’s Baby Shampoo.
Flame retardants in 3D: A clearer picture of their harmful ways
The harmful effects of bisphenol A (more commonly known as BPA) have been widely publicized lately.
Are flame retardants the secret ingredient in your home-cooked meals?
A new study has found that brominated flame retardants are present in black thermo cups and kitchen utensils bought in Europe.
Ten years later, flame retardant ban good news for baby
A new study published today in Environmental Science & Technology has some good news for a change.
World sees the light and bans HBCD. US stays in the dark.
In a historic decision, over 100 governments from around the world have agreed to list HBCD (hexabromocyclododecane) for global elimination.