By: Cynthia Palmer, Senior Analyst, Petrochemicals, Moms Clean Air Force Date: February 20, 2024 About: EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar To: Environmental Protection Agency My name is Cynthia Palmer. I’m the Senior Analyst for Petrochemicals at Moms Clean Air Force. I’m here to …
Testimony: Tracy Sabetta, EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar, February 20, 2024
By: Tracy Sabetta, Ohio Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: February 20, 2024 About: EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar To: Environmental Protection Agency My name is Tracy Sabetta, and I am the Field Organizer for Moms Clean Air Force in Pickerington, Ohio, …
Testimony: Rachel Meyer, EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar, February 20, 2024
By: Rachel Meyer, Ohio River Valley Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: February 20, 2024 About: EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar To: Environmental Protection Agency My name is Rachel Meyer and I am the Ohio River Valley Organizer for Moms Clean Air …
Testimony: Lucia Valentine, EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar, February 20, 2024
By: Lucia Valentine, West Virginia Field Organizer, Moms Clean Air Force Date: February 20, 2024 About: EPA TSCA Prioritization Webinar To: Environmental Protection Agency Good morning, Thank you for the opportunity to testify. My name is Lucia Valentine and I am the …
Ask Mom Detective: How Do I Find a Safe Couch?
Mom Detective shares tips for avoiding flame retardants and other toxic chemicals when buying a new couch or upgrading an old one.
Pregnancy, the Placenta, and Pollution
Babies are exposed to pollution before they take their first breath. Currently, the placenta is under siege by a variety of chemicals in the environment, and we’re just starting to study and understand which can cross this barrier and how they impact babies. Here’s a refresher on the placenta and some ideas for safeguarding growing babies during pregnancy.
Toxic Chemical Under Fresh Scrutiny a Year After East Palestine Train Crash
One year after the catastrophic train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, EPA is considering phasing out vinyl chloride, a toxic petrochemical used to make PVC plastic.
East Palestine One Year Later
One year ago, a 150-car train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. Large quantities of toxic chemicals were released into the community, including carcinogenic vinyl chloride. This disaster was not an isolated incident, and EPA has the authority to protect all of us from future harm.
EPA Can Protect Us From Toxic Vinyl Chloride
EPA is taking the next step toward a ban on vinyl chloride. Learn how you can make your voice heard.
Ask Mom Detective: What Are the Safest Pots and Pans?
Chemicals, metals, and elements leaching from the surfaces we cook on daily can and do get into our food. Read Mom Detective’s tips for finding the safest pots and pans for your family.
Ask Mom Detective: How Can I Tell If Tap Water Is Safe to Drink?
How do we know if our tap water is safe to drink? Mom Detective weighs in on water testing, lead pipes, filtration systems, and the many cons of bottled water.