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For Our Country to Begin Healing, Trump Must be Impeached

Jan 13, 2021Michael GreenEnvironmental Justice, Laws & Regulations, Resistance

In the wake of horrific acts last week that left our nation’s Capitol shattered, we at the Center for Environmental join our colleagues, allies and the bipartisan group lawmakers calling for Trump’s removal from office for inciting this violence. Like the rest of the nation, we watched in fear and anger as our democracy faced the clear threat of insurrection on the very day many felt joyful that the results of the electoral college would finally be certified by Congress.

Toxic-Free Fashion: CEH Gets Retailers to Remove Hazardous Chemical from Jewelry

Nov 30, 2020Ruben DiazChildren's Health, Environmental Justice, Fashion Products, Legal Action

Consumer advocate nonprofit Center for Environmental Health (CEH) has announced it has reached legally binding agreements with seven fast-fashion companies to remove the toxic metal cadmium from jewelry sold in stores and online across the country. Independent testing commissioned by CEH had found jewelry items sold at major national retailers, mostly at Ross, contained high levels of cadmium; many had metal components that were over 90% cadmium.

Video: What this election means for health and justice

Oct 29, 2020Ruben DiazUncategorized

This election is the most important of our lives and November 3rd is the last day to cast your vote. Elections determine who will make decisions about the things that matter to your health, such as regulating PFAS, protecting clean air and water, climate change, and...

An Incalculable Loss

Oct 16, 2020Michael GreenUncategorized

I couldn’t bring myself to write this for a few days: the loss is so huge, the void is so vast. My dear friend, long-time CEH board member, and national environmental justice leader Cecil Corbin-Mark…

In uncertain times, we find ways to come together

Sep 24, 2020Ruben DiazChemical Industry, Children's Health, Personal Stories

As the pandemic keeps us all physically apart, coming together virtually matters more than ever. Like many organizations, CEH has transformed our in-person events into online panels, virtual town halls, and other virtual events.

University of California takes a major step to protect the health of students and staff

Aug 13, 2020Judy LevinFlame Retardants, School Products

A week ago, the entire University of California (UC) system became the first public university system in the nation to sign CEH’s Purchaser Pledge for healthier furniture. These standards restrict the use of five key toxic chemical classes (flame retardants, fluorinated stain treatments…

COVID-19: What you need to know before you spray or wipe

Aug 5, 2020Caroline CoxChildren's Health, Tips, Uncategorized

The coronavirus pandemic has made disinfectant sprays and wipes into everyday household needs. Like all of us, I want to keep myself and my family healthy. I know that phrase on the spray bottle, “Kills 99.9% of bacteria & viruses”, can give us all a sense of security and health.

Responding to the Pandemic in Our Communities

Jun 23, 2020Ruben DiazChildren's Health, Environmental Justice

As the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, so do the needs of people throughout our communities. It’s important that we come together to help our neighbors as best we can, and especially to help the vulnerable and marginalized among us.

Justice for George Floyd

Jun 3, 2020Michael GreenResistance

This has not been a normal week, and frankly “normal”, was never just, was never safe, and was never equal. We are told that our country is great, but how can it be so when bigotry flourishes, both outwardly and stealthily in ways that threaten people’s lives.

Now Hiring! Managing Director of Programs

May 11, 2020Ruben DiazJobs

We are seeking a highly strategic Managing Director of Programs (MDP) to maximize the effectiveness of programs and provide leadership to program staff. Reporting to the CEO, the MDP is a newly developed role, and will be a key member of CEH’s Leadership Team, supervising up to seven Program Directors. The MDP will also collaborate closely with the Development Director and Communications Director to share our vision externally.