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Break Free From Plastic @breakfreefromplastic.org · 27/02/2026
Scientists agree that microplastics are everywhere. They're in our oceans, our food, and even in our bodies. 🌊🥗🧠 There’s no debating it. WE NEED LESS PLASTIC, MORE REAL SOLUTIONS NOW. ⚠️🚨 @earthworks.bsky.social #microplastics #healthylife #plasticfree
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
BREAKING: The WA State Senate just voted to weaken health protections for lead in cookware. There is no safe level of lead, especially for children. Now the House must stop this rollback! Tell your state rep: Keep lead out of our kitchens. toxicfreefuture.org/take-action/...httaleg #KeepLeadOut
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Tell WA legislators: Keep lead out of our kitchens - Toxic-Free Future
A bill (SB 5975) is moving through the Washington state Senate that will roll back Washington’s lead in cookware restrictions.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
No commentary needs to be added. The change, the motivations behind the change, and the sad reality of what this means are all apparent. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c... #toxics #health #EPA
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
250+ public health & enviro groups sent Congress a clear message: protect public health & reject the chemical lobby’s push to weaken #TSCA, our nation’s chemical safety law. Read the letter and TAKE ACTION! #PolluterProtectionAct #PFAS #phthalates
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250+ groups urge Congress to reject chemical lobby push to weaken TSCA - Toxic-Free Future
Toxic-Free Future, Safer States, and more than 250 state, local, and national public health and environmental groups sent a joint letter to Congress this week, urging lawmakers to reject the chemical ...
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
A groundbreaking @washingtonpost.com piece shows how plastic chemicals like PFAS & phthalates contaminate our homes, food & bodies, with real consequences for public health. From TFF: “We’re not exposed to these chemicals individually. We’re constantly being exposed to mixtures all the time.”
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These kitchen items may be contaminating your food with chemicals
See the thousands of plastic chemicals in what we eat.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Our new research shows many of The Home Depot’s top suppliers are still using PVC in their packaging. Seriously?! #PVC doesn’t make our homes better; it threatens our health, safety, and the environment. 🌎 The Home Depot can and must do more to phase it out of all packaging on store shelves.
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Packed in poison plastic: New research shows The Home Depot’s key suppliers are using PVC packaging - Toxic-Free Future
Our new research shows that The Home Depot can and must do more to rid their stores of PVC, the poison plastic, from packaging.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
💥 The chemical lobby is trying to weaken #TSCA — the law that protects us from dangerous chemicals, bans deadly solvents like TCE and methylene chloride & lets states act on toxics like #PFAS. Tell your senators to keep TSCA strong and oppose industry rollbacks. toxicfreefuture.org/take-action/...
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
A class-based approach, with transparency, and proven safer alternatives is the only way to move forward and stop #toxic chemicals.
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NPR @npr.org · 20/11/2025
Scientists have long known that plastic waste is bad for marine animals. A new study quantifies how little ingested plastic it takes to be a lethal dose. n.pr/3XEhzsB
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Eating just a handful of plastic can be fatal for marine animals, a study finds
Scientists have long known that plastic waste is bad for marine animals. A new study quantifies how little ingested plastic it takes to be a lethal dose.
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Christine Dell'Amore @cdellamore.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Sports + science fans, rejoice! @cenmag.bsky.social has a bracket -- for chemistry pictures. Check out our cool new feature. cen.acs.org/education/sc...
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Our first-ever Chempics Bracket is here. Vote for your favorite science photo
Only one photo will emerge victorious
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
This makes such a strong case that to truly avoid #toxics the whole lifecycle is essential. And that SO MUCH MORE WORK needs to be done.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
I worry even more about what Congress is considering! #toxics #TSCA www.epw.senate.gov/public/index...
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EPW Chemical Safety, Waste Management, Environmental Justice, and Regulatory Oversight Subcommittee hearing titled: “Examining the Beneficial Use and Regulation of Chemicals”
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Moms Clean Air Force - WV @cleanairmoms-wv.bsky.social · 23/10/2025
The Toxic Substances Control Act protects us from dangerous chemicals in everyday products, but EPA wants to weaken it. Take action now! #Toxics #PFAS #MomDetective #TSCA www.momscleanairforce.org/keep-toxic-c...
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Moms Tell EPA to We Need Strong Safety Reviews for Chemicals in Rugs, Toys, and More - Moms Clean Air Force
The Toxic Substances Control Act protects us from dangerous chemicals in everyday products, but EPA wants to weaken it.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
We’ve got a serious over-reliance on petrochemicals. This recent Wirecutter piece seems to miss the bigger takeaway. We should just use fewer plastic-based items where they’re not needed. In laundry there are tons of alternatives. #LessPlastic #Laundry #toxics www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/r...
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Yes, Detergent Pods Are Plastic. No, You Shouldn’t Worry About Them.
If you think your detergent pods are contributing to microplastics pollution, think again.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
That is so disproportionate that it would be almost farcical if the impact weren't so dire. Godspeed to all the environmental advocates who are making others' voices heard.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
New research found toxic chemicals in both recycled & virgin PET plastic. Recycling alone won’t solve the plastics crisis when the material itself is toxic. Safer materials and stronger transparency is needed. defendourhealth.org/blog/new-stu... #Toxic #PFAS #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy
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New study reveals toxic chemicals in both recycled and virgin PET - Defend Our Health
A new study published in the journal Environmental Science: Processes and Impacts examines the occurrence of hazardous chemicals in the common plastic PET and recycled PET. Defend Our Health…
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
While this may be a case of a big accident, it drives home the point that the ubiquitous use of plastics across our lives will lead to more beaches experiencing the same. #plastic #toxics #beaches #WTF www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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‘Environmental catastrophe’ fears as millions of plastic beads wash up on Camber Sands
MP asks for explanation from Southern Water amid concerns the spill could have dire impact on rare sea life
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
“PFAS-free” doesn’t always mean PFAS-free. Testing found PFAS in Cornell’s “PFAS-free” synthetic turf. Labels aren’t enough—we need verifiable testing and truly safer materials. zerowasteithaca.org/independent-... #PFAS #ForeverChemicals #ToxicFree #Greenwashing #SaferSolutions #toxics
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Independent Labs Reveal PFAS in Cornell Turf Despite Claims
Discover independent lab findings revealing PFAS presence in Cornell’s synthetic turf, challenging their 'PFAS-free' claims. Learn more here.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
This is an economic problem, sure. But it's also an environmental justice crisis. Frontline communities pay the heaviest price. From production to transportation to disposal. Plastics seem cheap, the cost is paid by others. By the environment. And eventually by us all.
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Duke’s estimate shows: • Hidden cleanup + health + infrastructure costs = TRILLIONS • Local communities pay, not producers • The real fix: stop externalizing harm
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
“Plastic waste” isn’t just about litter. The true costs stretch across production, use, disposal & leakage — harming communities, ecosystems, and the economy. #Plastics #EnvironmentalJustice #CircularEconomy #PublicHealth
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
Duke University has new research that the real societal cost of plastics could be up to $11 TRILLION a year in the US alone. For real. The study mapped the hidden toll ranging from pollution to public health to waste cleanup. 🔗 nicholasinstitute.duke.edu/articles/pla...
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
When at a digital conference, I am forever disappointed when the chat is disabled. We have this amazing tool for side bars, engagement, and discourse. But instead we turn it off for a purely parochial model. Let me talk with people!
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
A new day a new compelling reason to reduce pollution. A U.S. study of 400,000+ women found that each 10 ppb increase in nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) raised breast cancer risk by ~3%. Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) was associated with especially aggressive tumor types.
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Air pollution, even at low levels, may heighten breast cancer risk
Women who live in areas with more air pollution may face a higher risk of developing breast cancer, according to a new, large-scale study.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
This @washingtonpost.com article by @shannonosaka.bsky.social gets it right on the hazards of black plastics! “This chemical is being banned in televisions. Why should we be okay with it in the products that are touching your food or that your children are playing with?” wapo.st/3Xe1Oc6
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Here’s the real concern when it comes to black plastic
A study — which was later corrected — scared many. But the debate over spatulas and sushi trays misses the point.
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Safer States @saferstates.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
No one should have to worry about toxic #PFAS in the water they drink, the food they eat, or the products they buy. That’s why #StatesInTheLead are taking action to tackle the PFAS crisis. Read more from our 2025 Analysis: www.saferstates.org/resource/202...
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 06/02/2025
Women have a right to feed their babies breast milk free of #PFAS. Our own research found PFAS in 100% of tested breast milk. We can't protect our health when PFAS are put into products & there is no transparency & no safeguards from the most hazardous chemicals. toxicfreefuture.org/research/bre...
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PFAS in Breast Milk - Toxic-Free Future
This study analyzed PFAS in breast milk from mothers in the United States, and found that 50 out of 50 women tested positive for PFAS.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
ICYMI: our webinar last week shared key findings, trends, and recommendations from our 2024 Retailer Report Card. 🍿 Watch the webinar and download slides at the link below. #MindTheStore #susty #sustainability toxicfreefuture.org/blog/new-web...
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New webinar recording: insights from the latest Retailer Report Card - Toxic-Free Future
This week, we held a webinar to share the key findings, trends, and recommendations from our 2024 Retailer Report Card. In case you missed it, you can watch the webinar recording in the video below an...
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
It's a new year, and new chemical bans have gone into effect in #Washington! These bans follow years of advocacy by TFF & partners & demonstrate why Washington is a leader in protecting the health of people & the environment from harmful chemicals in products. toxicfreefuture.org/blog/new-yea...
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New year, new chemical bans in Washington state - Toxic-Free Future
It is the start of 2025, and we are celebrating the implementation of the first restrictions under both the Safer Products for Washington Program and the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act!  Some of these are f...
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Safer States @saferstates.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
📢 NEW: Our 2025 analysis of state policies on toxic chemicals & plastics is out! States are leading the way in tackling #PFAS, harmful chemicals in cosmetics, and plastic pollution. #StatesInTheLead What is YOUR state doing? Read here: bit.ly/40DMoPa
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Mike Schade, Toxic-Free Future @mikeschade.bsky.social · 04/02/2025
Today marks the two year anniversary of the #EastPalestine Ohio #vinylchloride train derailment. @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social continues to support the local community’s requests for a federal emergency declaration and issued the following statement in response: toxicfreefuture.org/press-room/t...
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Two years after Ohio train derailment, Vice President JD Vance visits East Palestine, OH - Toxic-Free Future
Toxic-Free Future supports the East Palestine, Ohio community's request for the White House to issue an emergency declaration to safeguard residents.
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Southern Environmental Law Center @selc.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
From strip mines to wood-pellet mills, polluting industries are burdening small Southern towns with the hidden costs of consumption. Our latest season of Broken Ground takes you to rural communities across the South to uncover their environmental struggles. Listen now: brokengroundpodcast.org
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Don't miss this @sierraclub.bsky.social piece on how PVC building materials from retailers like The Home Depot may be filled with a "witch's brew of toxic additives." The Home Depot must ban this poison plastic to protect consumers, workers & frontline communities. www.sierraclub.org/sierra/envir...
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Not Fantastic: Our Plastic Buildings
Here's what you need to know about polyvinyl chloride, or PVC
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Center for Environmental Health @ceh.org · 15/01/2025
🎉 GOOD NEWS: the U.S. FDA announced that it will ban the toxic artificial food coloring Red No. 3 from being used in foods, drinks, and ingested drugs in the United States! ‼️ CEH was mentioned in @Forbes' article on this important public health victory: www.forbes.com/sites/maryro...
Victory! U.S. FDA Bans Red Dye #3 from Food and Drinks.

Image: red licorice
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Safer States @saferstates.bsky.social · 09/01/2025
Happy New Year! 🎉 Several new state policies targeting #PFAS "forever chemicals" took effect on January 1, 2025. These restrictions span 14 product categories in 10 states, marking a huge win for public health & safer products. Read here: www.saferstates.org/insights/sta...
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States Lead the Way: New PFAS Restrictions Going into Effect in 2025 - Safer States
Happy New Year! Starting January 1, 2025, several state policies targeting PFAS “forever chemicals” went into effect, marking a major milestone in protecting public health and helping transform the na...
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Patton Oswalt @pattonoswalt.bsky.social · 30/12/2024
This paragraph landed pretty hard.
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Material Research L3C @materialresearch.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Grace Farms, the leading voice vs forced labor in building materials, has released its International Guidance & Toolkit. It shines a light on critical issues related to forced labor in the supply chain. It features analysis by Material Research. materialwitness.substack.com/p/grace-farm...
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
That is not correct I’m afraid. The authors have addressed the issue directly and are very clear the correction doesn’t change the conclusions or the recommendations of the study. toxicfreefuture.org/update-study...
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Update: Study correction does not impact conclusion - Toxic-Free Future
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danpnw.bsky.social @danpnw.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Worth noting, Toxic-Free Future has addressed the issue and in no way does it change the conclusions of the study or the recommendations. Sean is incorrect stating otherwise. toxicfreefuture.org/update-study...
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Update: Study correction does not impact conclusion - Toxic-Free Future
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Picard Tips @picardtips.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Picard management tip: Once all their basic needs are taken care of, crew members are motivated by the meaningfulness of their work.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Great story in today's @washingtonpost.com on our study revealing toxic flame retardants in black plastic children's toys and food packaging. These hazardous chemicals have no place in products that touch our food or that our children play with. www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
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How to deal with all the black plastic in your kitchen
Research suggests black plastic, which can be made from recycled electronic waste, could contain toxic chemicals that might leach into your food.
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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Toxic-Free Future was recently made aware of an error in our peer-reviewed study on black #plastics. We are grateful to the scientists who brought this forward and we apologize for the error. Read our full update for more: toxicfreefuture.org/update-corre... #blackplastics #flameretardants
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Update: Correction to 2024 Recycled Black Plastics Study - Toxic-Free Future
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Mike Schade, Toxic-Free Future @mikeschade.bsky.social · 16/12/2024
Read this for an update on our study on toxic flame retardants in recycled plastics.
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Sharon Lerner @fastlerner.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
EPA tries to limit to exposure to chemical air pollutants so the lifetime risk of cancer from them is less than 1 cancer in 1 million people. For formaldehyde, that risk is about 77 in a million, way higher than any other chemical in the air www.propublica.org/article/form...
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Formaldehyde Increases Your Cancer Risk No Matter Where you Live
The Environmental Protection Agency’s attempts to reckon with formaldehyde have been repeatedly thwarted by the companies that rely on it. If the past is any guide, even modest steps toward reform are...
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