Our health goals

Toxic chemicals in the environment are undermining our health and prosperity. We’re working towards solutions that lead to cleaner air and safer chemicals.

Sarah Vogel Health Program Director

Goal Reform U.S. toxic chemicals policy to reduce exposure to harmful substances

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  How we'll do it

  EDF scientist Richard Denison's persistent push for reform has led to a bill in Congress.

  Our toxic chemicals work »

Goal Protect air quality for 240 million Americans

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  How we'll do it

  We're using both regulatory and legislative action to save an estimated 30,000 lives a year.

  Our campaign for cleaner air »

Goal Clean up 3,500 of NYC’s most polluting buildings

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  How we'll do it

  We’re working with city administrators and landlords to phase out the worst heating fuels.

  Our Clean Heat campaign continues »