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Environmental Champion Deborah Raphael Appointed Director of Department of Toxic Substances Control

May 5, 2011Ali Geering-KlineLaws & Regulations

Good news for the health of Californians: Deborah Raphael has been appointed director of the Department of Toxic Substances Control! You may be thinking: ok, but how does this effect me? Raphael is a strong advocate for public and environmental health—meaning she’ll...

A Victory in the Fight for Truly Green Chemistry Regulations

Jan 19, 2011Ansje MillerChildren's Health, Laws & Regulations

Due to relentless pressure from scientists, environmental and health organizations, and other public interest groups, the California Department of Toxic Substances has tabled the flawed Green Chemistry rules the agency released in November. This is a huge victory! CEH...