Solutions in Toxics & Health
Taking precautionary steps to reduce the negative impacts of toxics
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As the first city to adopt the Precautionary Principle, San Francisco strives to protect the health of its residents, visitors and the local environment. SF Environment develops programs and policies to help individuals and businesses make safer choices in products, practices and services.
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To reduce exposure to toxics found in consumer products for cooking, try stainless steel or cast iron cookware instead of non-stick products.
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Check here to see if a laptop, desktop or monitor is registered in EPEAT, the global registry for greener electronics. EPEAT, short for Electronics Products Environmental Assessment Tool, is an ecolabel that covers environmental issues including...
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Endocrine disrupting chemicals can mimic hormones in our bodies and interfere with the hormonal system. They can cause a range of health impacts including...
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Silver dental fillings can contain up to 50% mercury, but is it dangerous? Learn more...
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You can reduce your exposure by choosing safer products and implementing safer practices. Learn more...
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Learn about San Francisco's Precautionary Purchasing Ordinance...
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A few basic tips can instantly create a safer indoor environment...
I'm a business with a few gallons of paint. How can I recycle it properly without hurting my budget?
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Learn about the Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Program...
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Two easy solutions are...
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The San Francisco Green Business Program currently has greening checklists for offices, retail spaces, restaurants, caterers, hotels, garment cleaners, commercial printers, and dentists.
