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New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic ...

Feb. 23 - A new book published today from leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Shanna Swan, Ph.D. shows how chemicals in our modern environment are negatively impacting human sexuality and fertility.

New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility
Coalition, Culture, Environment, General, Media, News, Ocean, Policy, Research
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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for ...

Jan. 27 - Voters in four states expressed widespread approval for passing legislation to reduce plastic pollution in our communities, on land and in our waters, and ensure that polluters pay for the impacts of their products.

New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible
Coalition, Environment, Health, Media, News, Ocean, Research, Science
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Amazon’s Big Role in Ocean Plastic Pollution

Dec. 15 - Company Generated More Than 465 Million Pounds of Plastic Packaging Waste in 2019 According to New Report by Oceana

Amazon’s Big Role in Ocean Plastic Pollution
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2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide

Nov. 12 - Our 2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide features a number of Plastic Pollution Coalition business members that offer Earth-friendly gifts suited for just about anyone on your shopping list.

2020 Thoughtful Giving Guide
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Over 125 health experts defend safety of ...

June 22 - Over 125 health experts from 19 countries signed onto a statement today assuring retailers and consumers that reusables are safe during COVID-19, pushing back on claims by the plastic industry.

Over 125 health experts defend safety of reusables during COVID-19 pandemic

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Take Action to Support the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

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Take Action to Support the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act

Mar. 25 - Today Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Representative Alan Lowenthal (D-CA) reintroduced the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act.

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Comprehensive Federal Legislation Addresses the Plastic Pollution Crisis

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Comprehensive Federal Legislation Addresses the Plastic Pollution Crisis

Mar. 24 - The Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act of 2021 builds upon state and local laws across the country with proven plastic reduction strategies.

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California Lawmakers Propose Package of New Laws Tackling Plastic Waste Reduction

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California Lawmakers Propose Package of New Laws Tackling Plastic Waste Reduction

Mar. 10 - While celebrating advocacy for protection of natural resources during Ocean Day at the State Capitol, legislators announced a package of bills to address the mounting waste crisis affecting California’s coastline, landfills, and ratepayers.

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Dispatch: eXXpedition's First Virtual Voyage is Complete

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Dispatch: eXXpedition's First Virtual Voyage is Complete

Feb. 25 - 11 multidisciplinary women from 8 nationalities came together online for a 24 hour eXXpedition Virtual Voyage over two weeks, exploring the causes of and solutions to plastic pollution

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New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility

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New Book ‘Count Down’ Highlights How Toxic Chemicals in Plastic Harm Human Health & Fertility

Feb. 23 - A new book published today from leading environmental and reproductive epidemiologist Shanna Swan, Ph.D. shows how chemicals in our modern environment are negatively impacting human sexuality and fertility.

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California: Stop the Plastic Pandemic and Make Foodware Accessories Upon Request

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California: Stop the Plastic Pandemic and Make Foodware Accessories Upon Request

Feb. 3 - Join Plastic Pollution Coalition in asking Governor Gavin Newsom to sign an emergency executive order to make foodware accessories upon request.

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On National Cancer Prevention Day, Learn Cross-Sector Strategies for Cancer Prevention

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On National Cancer Prevention Day, Learn Cross-Sector Strategies for Cancer Prevention

Feb. 3 - While it’s true that fewer children are dying of cancer than in the past, the rate of children being diagnosed with cancer has actually increased by 34% since 1975.

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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible

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New Survey Shows Broad Public Support for Reducing Plastic Pollution, Improving Recycling, and Holding Manufacturers Responsible

Jan. 27 - Voters in four states expressed widespread approval for passing legislation to reduce plastic pollution in our communities, on land and in our waters, and ensure that polluters pay for the impacts of their products.

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Watch: Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson Create Plastic Pollution Video Series

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Watch: Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson Create Plastic Pollution Video Series

Jan. 7 - Passionate environmentalists and Plastic Pollution Coalition members Hannah Testa and Lesa Wilson have released a new video series on the plastic pollution crisis and how each of us can get involved.

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550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

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550 Groups Ask Biden to Solve Plastic Pollution Crisis With Eight Executive Actions

Dec. 8 - Presidential Plastics Action Plan Urges Incoming President to Stop New Plastic Production, Regulate Petrochemical Industry, Reduce Plastic Pollution

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First Free Global Inventory Launched of Chemicals Used to Make Food Contact Materials

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First Free Global Inventory Launched of Chemicals Used to Make Food Contact Materials

Dec. 4 - Public database lists over 12,200 chemicals that can be used in the manufacture of food contact materials, identifies 608 priority hazardous chemicals, highlights missing toxicity data for 29%

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Report: Pollution is the Largest Environmental Cause of Disease in the World Today

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Report: Pollution is the Largest Environmental Cause of Disease in the World Today

Dec. 3 - A new report published today in the Annals of Global Health calls pollution the largest environmental cause of disease in the world today.