Posts by The Center for Accountability in Science Team
Unmasking Six Spooky Sustainability Scams
As Halloween approaches, Americans can expect to see a lot of people walking around in masks, pretending to be someone they aren’t. It’s not all
4 Reasons South Lake Tahoe’s Bottle Ban Would Backfire
The city council in South Lake Tahoe, California, is considering banning the sale of plastic bottled water. If the ban takes place, flavored drinks and
3 Things to Know About the EPA’s Latest Rule on PFAS
The Environment Protection Agency finally announced its latest rule regulating the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS. PFAS – or per-and-polyfluoroalkyl substances – is a group
Environmentalists’ Love for Organics May Be Polluting America’s Drinking Water
Environmentalists have long supported biodegradable products and composting by claiming it is better for the planet. But a new investigation shows organic composting may be
Plastic Is Better for the Planet than 13 of 14 ‘Green’ Alternatives: Study
Many environmentalists have called for plastic to be banned. But a new analysis shows that plastic is actually “greener” than alternative materials. A new report
2.2 Million Americans Lack Clean Drinking Water: Study
Lack of access to clean water seems like a problem that only takes place in far away countries. But for millions of Americans, access to
Biden Administration Announces Changes to PFAS Regulation in Tap Water
The “forever chemicals” that have been turning up in drinking water throughout the country will soon be the target of new regulations from the Environmental
Beach Litter Is on the Decline: Study
Bans on popular consumer products may not be necessary to reduce beach litter, according to a new study. A new report from the Commonwealth Scientific
Will Rushing Production of Solar Panels Protect the Environment?
The Biden Administration announced this week that it would be taking two significant steps to expand the supply of solar panels in the United States.
Non-Dairy Milk Alternatives Will Not Save the Planet
Recently, Starbucks’ choice to charge slightly more for non-dairy alternatives has drawn protests, including a recent stunt in which Succession and Babe actor James Cromwell