DTSC and green chemistry share a common principle - preventing the generation of waste.
Green chemistry is the design of chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use or generation of hazardous substances. Green chemistry applies across the life cycle, including the design, manufacture, and use of a chemical product. Green chemistry is a highly effective approach to pollution prevention because it applies innovative scientific solutions to real-world environmental situations.
"Green Chemistry & Ocean Trash"
New! Comments received on the Safer Alternative Rules Straw Proposal.
New! Issues Raisedduring Green Chemistry Rules Public Workshop held in Sacramento on October 21, 2009. The workshop transcript is now available for viewing and download.
News on California's Green Chemistry Initiative Find recent news and videos on California's Green Chemistry Initiative. Find out what others are saying about Green Chemistry.
Getting Involved
More comments received on various elements of the California Green Chemistry Initiative.
April 29 and 30, 2009 - Read the transcripts or watch the video from the meeting held in Sacramento on April 29 and April 30, 2009. View the meeting's agenda and public notice of the Green Ribbon Science Panel meeting!
Toxics Clearinghouse Check out links to international information on chemical substances. California's Online Toxics Clearinghouse Portal - Under Construction