Oregon Bans PFAS in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products
The “Toxic-Free Cosmetics” bill that passed the state legislature prohibits all PFAS and seven other chemicals from cosmetic and personal care products sold in the state beginning in 2027.
Study Finds Inaccurate Hazard Warnings in 30% of Chemical Safety Data Sheets
SDSs are commonly used to communicate the health and environmental safety concerns of hazardous chemicals, but often include inaccurate chemical hazard warnings.
Green Seal Partnership with Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly Expands Internationally
Our partnership with Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly has expanded to the U.K., Germany, Italy, France, and Spain.
Wayfair’s New Shop Sustainably Filter Highlights Green Seal-Certified Products
Wayfair’s newest feature makes it simple for customers to shop for more sustainable home products that are certified by trusted third-party organizations like Green Seal.
New Research Identifies How Green-Certified Hotels Can Boost Bookings
A new study finds key methods hotels can use to successfully convert their green certification credentials into more bookings.
Safer Hotel Disinfecting: How to Sustainably Address Guest Concerns
As the world opens up amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, travelers have come to expect more frequent cleaning and disinfecting in the spaces they occupy – but it does not have to come at the expense of healthy indoor air quality.
Announcing a National Pilot Standard for Healthier School Facilities
Healthy Schools Campaign (HSC) and Green Seal launched a pilot standard for healthy and sustainable school facilities that focuses on measures that can make a big difference without major capital investments.
The Safer Way to Clean and Disinfect Your Home
Choosing safer products and understanding when disinfecting is appropriate can help you guard against viruses and other germs while also protecting your home’s indoor air quality and the health and safety of your family.
Consumer Beliefs are Changing About Sustainable Products
New research shows that consumers, particularly younger generations, are beginning to see sustainable products as higher performing than conventional alternatives. This change in the perceived value of environmentally preferable products is a testament to the quality of the sustainable brands available today and a beacon of hope for the future of responsible companies.
Google’s New Feature Highlights Green Seal-Certified Hotels
Google’s latest feature makes it easier for travelers to find sustainable lodging options. This new feature tags environmentally preferable hotels that have achieved ecolabel certification from Green Seal or select other credible third-party certification organizations as “Eco-Certified” in Google Travel hotel search results.
A Healthy Indoor Air Standard for Schools
The updated standard sets additional and more substantial monitoring requirements; establishes the point system that will be used as the basis for certification; and provides more opportunities for schools to make healthier, safer choices.
Your Guide to VOCs in Paint and Cleaning Products
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are common indoor air pollutants that are frequently found in household products and can cause adverse health effects. Here’s a quick overview of VOCs, how to choose healthier, greener products, and other tips for reducing your exposure to VOCs.
The Green Seal Compass: Protecting Human Health
Our standards address the most significant health impacts across the product life cycle for which there are known and feasible safer alternatives.
Innovations are Making Toxic Chemicals a Thing of the Past
A simple but advanced technology combines salt, water, vinegar, and electricity to create an EPA-registered, general purpose, hospital-grade cleaner and disinfectant proven more effective than chlorine bleach.
CDC Confirms: Less is More When it Comes to Disinfecting
Our CEO, Doug Gatlin, discusses the dangers of over-disinfecting and the importance of identifying safer chemicals.