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Session finally ends in Minnesota with wins for Clean Water!
The Minnesota legislative special session is concluded - and we're happy to announce several victories!
First and foremost: Minnesota will now join a number of other states in banning PFAS in food packaging starting in 2024! PFAS are “forever chemicals” that do not break down in the environment and carry with them health risks like cancer and decreased immune response when people are exposed. We have been working to address the many sources of PFAS contamination and to our environment once PFAS containing packaging is thrown away. We appreciate the work of the original bill sponsors Rep. Ami
Tip: Choosing safe cookware
There is nothing like a home cooked meal made from scratch. Make sure the care you take to create a delicious, healthy meal isn’t undermined by harmful chemicals leaching from your cookware.
Tip: Use stainless steel, glass or cast iron cookware. Cast iron cookware is non-stick if properly seasoned. Avoid cookware with non-stick chemical coatings. Discard non-stick cookware that is scratched and never heat when empty or under a broiler.
Non-stick cookware tends to contain perfluorochemicals (PFCs). In 2015, 200 experts issued a consensus statement which raised concerns about PFCs and their
Clean Water Action Endorses Dickinson and Hodges for Mayoral elections in St. Paul and Minneapolis
Clean Water Action is proud to announce our endorsements of Elizabeth Dickinson for mayor of St. Paul, and Betsy Hodges for re-election as mayor of Minneapolis.
Elizabeth Dickinson for Mayor of St. Paul
Clean Water Action is happy to announce our endorsement of Elizabeth Dickinson for Mayor of St. Paul. Her progressive vision for the city and commitment to environmental issues will keep St. Paul on the path to becoming a more sustainable and equitable city for all.
Elizabeth is no stranger to environmental leadership, for years she has advocated for clean energy, environmental justice