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Burger King Announces Global Ban of Toxic "Forever Chemicals" in Food Packaging
Restaurant Brands International commits to eliminating PFAS in food packaging by 2025 in all stores worldwide including Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes
Billions of dollars will soon be funneled into water projects – four things to look out for.
The unprecedented investment in water infrastructure baked into the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act has the potential to transform communities that have long been overlooked. Implementation of the act will be tricky, and will require vigilance from water advocates.
Clean Water 50 Stories: Emily Rochon
Meet Emily Rochon, a true force of nature helping to lead the way for a clean energy future. Emily has played important roles in the clean energy industry, advancing solar and offshore wind projects -- and she got her start as a climate organizer for Clean Water Action in Rhode Island. Emily's story is one of many we will feature throughout our 50th anniversary year, lifting up our history and the people along the way who have contributed to our legacy and created impact. Emily inspires us, and we bet she will you inspire you too!
Clean Water Action Applauds EPA Leadership to Ensure Effective and Equitable Infrastructure Investments
Washington DC -- The State Revolving Fund programs have long provided low-interest loans to communities across the nation. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act brings forth long-overdue funding for these vital programs while also including much needed focus on water equity. Today the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Implementation Memorandum.
Clean Water Action’s National Campaigns Director, Lynn Thorp released the following statement:
“Clean Water Action applauds EPA’s leadership to ensure effective and equitable programs to
Protect the Great Lakes & the People Who Depend on Them!
Today is Great Lakes Day, and a time to reflect on how unique the Great Lakes region is. 21% of the Earth’s available fresh surface water is on our doorstep. The lakes are beautiful and provide enjoyable opportunities from fishing, swimming, enjoying a beach and watching sunrise and sunsets over the inland seas. Yet for all the bounty the Great Lakes' 6 quadrillion gallons contain, thousands of households do not have access to safe and affordable drinking water.
Clean Water Action has worked for decades to protect the Great Lakes and the 40 million people who rely on the lakes to provide