California Department of Toxic Substances Control

This #DTSC study estimates #cosmetics contribute over 1,000 lbs per year of #ForeverChemicals to #California's wastewater. At least 4% of the PFASs measured in California wastewater come from cosmetics, especially hair care products and facial cleansers. https://lnkd.in/ewg6QWnr

Join us for the next #HazardousWasteManagement webinar on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 10-noon! Workshop #6: "Understanding Hazardous Waste Criteria" will provide a simplified explanation of California's hazardous waste identification criteria & how they were developed. RSVP & learn more: https://lnkd.in/ezQyiHTw ? This is part of the Hazardous Waste Management Plan workshop series, which aims to provide on-going public education & encourage collaborative interactions benefiting communities.

?? Empower Communities with Your Expertise! ?? #California’s Environmental Justice Advisory Council (#EJAC) is your platform to make a difference. We're looking for members from all walks of life to provide advice, consultation & recommendations on #EnvironmentalJustice issues. If you have insights on protecting communities from toxic threats and promoting fairness, we want you! Your expertise can help shape a safer environment for everyone. Join us and be a part of the solution! ? Does this speak to you, or remind you of someone you know? Please spread the word / apply to become an EJAC member! ?? Apply by Monday, October 28, 2024: https://lnkd.in/e8p2sesq

?? ?Empodere a las comunidades con su experiencia! ?? El Consejo Asesor de Justicia Ambiental (#EJAC) de #California es su plataforma para marcar la diferencia. Estamos buscando miembros de todos los ámbitos de la vida para brindar consejos, consultas y recomendaciones sobre temas de justicia ambiental. Si tienes ideas sobre cómo proteger a las comunidades de las amenazas tóxicas y promover la equidad, ?Le queremos! Su experiencia puede ayudar a dar forma a un entorno más seguro para todos. ?únase a nosotros y sea parte de la solución! ? ?Esto le habla o le recuerda a alguien que conoce? ?Por favor, corra la voz / solicite convertirse en miembro de EJAC! ?? Solicite antes del lunes 28 de octubre de 2024: https://lnkd.in/e8p2sesq

The USA is 1?? of the top e-waste generators in the ??. #Californians know better. Let's double #eWaste recycling in 2024 ?? ??Illuminate your community by sharing this post!?? Here's how we dispose of e-waste: https://lnkd.in/ezht3FZ6 #EwasteDay #CleanUpCalifornia

Join us (virtually or in-person) at the Generation & Handling Fee Emergency Regulations Public Workshop! This workshop is scheduled as the last item on the agenda at the next Board of Environmental Safety meeting, Thurs, 10/17 (~3pm). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eGGvCvzu

At the #California Department of Toxic Substances Control (#DTSC), we are proud to restore contaminated properties & support sustainable redevelopment. This summer, representatives from our Office of #Brownfields attended the groundbreaking of an Equitable Community Revitalization Grant (ECRG) grantee, Satellite Affordable Housing Associates (SAHA), in the City of #Oakland. Our investment in this #cleanup project paves the way for safe, #AffordableHousing, health services and a community space. The project (a joint venture by the Native American Health Center & SAHA), funded in part by our #ECRG program, is a testament to our commitment to #EnvironmentalJustice & community revitalization. ? Learn more about ECRG: https://dtsc.ca.gov/ecrg #CleanUpCalifornia

Join us @ the #AsconLandfill Community meeting 10/10! ? ?? In-Person Meet & Greet (4:30-5:30) @ the Edison Community Center in Huntington Beach ? ?? Presentation + Q&A session (6-8pm) (this portion is accessible in-person, or online) ? More info: https://lnkd.in/eAHK-FDd

#DTSC is pleased to announce the opportunity for nonprofits, federally recognized tribes & local, regional, or state entities to receive funding through a #SupplementalEnvironmentalProject (#SEP). Learn how to apply for funding ? https://bit.ly/dtsc-sep

Make a real impact on #EnvironmentalJustice in #California! ????? ? Do you have experience living, working in, or working for an environmentally burdened community? ? Are you experienced in land remediation, environmental science or toxicology? ? Do you have passion for environmental justice or public health but no platform? If any of the above applies to you, apply to join our Environmental Justice Advisory Council (EJAC)! ?? Do you know someone who might be qualified? ? Please share! ?? Apply by Monday, October 28, 2024: https://lnkd.in/e8p2sesq #CleanUpCalifornia #EnvironmentalEquity #CaliforniaForAll #BeTheChange