By, Bill T. Webb, the founding partner of the Webb Legal Group In this post, we will talk about how flame retardant chemicals ended up in our homes, about recent changes to the flame retardant law (now called “TB 117-2013”), and how to get rid of flame retardant chemicals in your furniture. New Flammability Regulation – TB […]
View PostBy Emily Cassidy, Biofuels Research Analyst for Environmental Working Group. A new study led by scientists from the Arctic University of Norway has detected “extreme levels” of Roundup, the agricultural herbicide manufactured by Monsanto, in genetically engineered soy. The study, coming out in June’s issue of Food Chemistry and available online, looked at 31 different soybean plants […]
View PostLast month, the newly formed Napa County Chapter of Moms Advocating Sustainability (MOMAS) held a workshop entitled “Pesticides & Herbicides and The Effects on Children”. The people invited to attend were school district maintenance supervisors, parks department directors, city council members, county supervisors and school board trustees, all from throughout the county. The speakers were […]
View PostBy, David Schubert, Ph.D., professor at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies Most people like to know what they are eating. However, labeling for genetically modified organisms is not required in any state. This is largely because of the money expended by GM seed producers toward blocking food-labeling laws. A common claim made by this group […]
View PostEditor’s Note: As you know, this blog usually concerns MOMAS’ ongoing efforts to protect our kids from environmental and household toxins. However, caring for ourselves is part of caring for our kids. In this spirit, we bring you this article about how to take care of your skin. If you are pregnant and/or nursing, it is especially […]
View PostBy, Christie Tyreus, Marin Residential Designer. Green home renovations are, in a word, daunting. Even when you have professionals on the job, there are still a lot of decisions to make on your own. What types of flooring should you consider? Do you want to replace your windows or try to incorporate the ones you […]
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