What is Green Chemistry?

From an Environmental Leadership Forum (ELF) held by the California League of Conservation Voters (CLCV), California State Senator Joe Simitian and Assemblymember Mike Feuer explain AB 1879 and SB 509, part of California's "Green Chemistry Initiative," which changes the state's approach to regulating chemicals. The green chemistry initiative is considered the most comprehensive program of any state to regulate chemicals that have been linked to cancer, hormone disruption and other deadly effects on human health. The new laws are expected to strengthen state oversight of the most dangerous substances now in circulation and establish a scientific clearinghouse for information on chemicals effects. For more information, visit www.ecovote.org.

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