Sweeping Reforms for Toxic Chemicals in the Works
October 5, 2009 by Tania
Filed under In the News, Worth Sharing
Historic plans are in place to reform the federal toxic chemical controls.
The principles of the reform has initial support from environmentalists, federal and state lawmakers. Additionally - The America Chemistry Council (ACC), The Grocery Manufacturers Associations and the Consumer Specialty Products Association are also supporting the new measures.
The key areas being addressed:
- Reviews of chemicals in light of safety standards, without cost-benefit analyses that have opened loopholes for dangerous chemicals;
- Consideration for vulnerable populations, especially children;
- New EPA authority to require chemical manufacturers to provide hazard, use and exposure data on new and existing chemicals and to act quickly when threats develop;
- Adequate funding for EPA safety assessments and regulatory programs;
- Priority for chemicals that pose higher risks to people and the environment, with clear deadlines and industry accountability;
- Incentives for innovation in green chemistry.
To Read the details:
EPA Chief Announces Sweeping Reforms for Toxic Chemicals | Environmental Working Group.
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