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Category: Toxics News
Meet the Christians giving up carbon for Lent
Jessica Zimmerle spoke with Fast Company magazine for this piece about creation care as a Lenten fast practice. St. John United Lutheran Church, an Earth Ministry Greening Congregation, is also featured in the piece!
Celebrating Legislative Wins
We know that much is weighing on your heart and mind in these days filled with public health precautions. We continue to hold in our prayers those who are sick or at high risk, our health care responders, everyone at…
2020 Legislative Update: 5 Bills Stayin’ Alive
Great news! Five of Earth Ministry’s legislative priorities are still alive, including our top priority, a clean fuel standard! Here are the bills moving forward and a bit about each: 1. Clean Fuel Standard (HB 1110): Reduces the carbon intensity of transportation fuels by…
First-in-Nation Ban on Nonstick “PFAS” Chemicals in Food Packaging Approved By Washington State Legislature
The Healthy Food Packaging Act passed in the Washington State Legislature today. As people of faith, we believe we have a moral obligation to protect our bodies, our communities, and our soil and water from toxic chemicals that make us…
Health, Environmental, Faith, and Community Groups Tackle Nonstick PFAS Chemicals
As part of the Toxic-Free Legacy Coalition and the Environmental Priorities Coalition, Earth Ministry fully supports the passage of the Healthy Food Packaging Act. We believe that we have a moral obligation to protect our bodies, our food, and our environment…
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Faith grows greener in the era of Donald Trump
Earth Ministry's Jessie Dye is quoted in this article from "The Economist" discussing the impact of the current administration's actions, motivating people of faith to increase their involvement, engagement, and activism with regard to the environment. At Earth Ministry/Washington Interfaith Power…
Ask Costco to “Mind the Store”
Although known as a responsible Northwest company, you may be as shocked as we are to learn that Costco is failing to announce a public policy to reduce toxic chemicals in products they sell.
Governor Inslee To Sign Strongest Ban In Nation On Toxic Flame Retardants In Home Furniture, Kids’ Products
Earth Ministry/WAIPL couldn't be happier to announce that the Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act has been signed into law! We are grateful for the relentless dedication of faith communities across the state who devoted their time and energy to this historical…
South Whidbey churches collaborate to make a difference
Earth Ministry is grateful for our partners in Whidbey Island’s Greening Congregation Collaborative. The advocacy of this group of dedicated faith leaders was crucial in passing the Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act! March 25, 2016 South Whidbey Record By Evan Thompson An environmental advocacy group…
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Bill to Ban Toxic Flame Retardants Passes On Bipartisan Vote
The Toxic-Free Kids and Families Act passed the WA State House of Representatives, getting us one step closer to improving furniture standards for the well being of all God's children! The Washington Toxics Coalition released the following statement. February 15, 2016 Seattle, WA –…
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New State Report Recommends Banning Toxic Flame Retardants
The Washington Toxics Coalition explains how the Department of Ecology cites health concerns and availability of safer alternatives in a new report on flame retardants - further proof that these toxic chemicals don't belong in our homes! January 29, 2015 Washington…
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Furniture firms shun flame retardants but some toxic couches still for sale
Great news to anyone who likes to sit on a cushion: retailers are making the wise choice to eliminate toxic flame retardants in home furniture. In the meantime, read on to learn how labels identify which products are safe for your…
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Gov. Inslee Issues Draft Fish Consumption Rule on First Day of Session
Governor Inslee kicked off the Legislative Session with a step towards improved water quality: a fish consumption rule. This rule precedes and complements the Toxic Reduction Act that he is expected to introduce. Randi Abrams-Caras, one of Earth Ministry's partners at the Washington State Toxics…
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Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families: Advocating for Strong National Toxics Legislation
Earth Ministry/WAIPL has a long history of standing up for the health of children and families. One way we do this is by working to pass strong legislation to regulate toxic chemicals at the state and national levels. Two bills…
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