5 Pillars of Leadership

EDF has identified five pillars of safer chemicals leadership to help companies get started.

In a committed company, action ripples across the organization; executives set top-level safer food goals that are reinforced by middle management to empower employees to turn commitments into results.

With Supply Chain Transparency, a company gains a clearer picture of the chemicals and potential contaminants in its products.

When a company shares ingredient information with consumers, it embraces the philosophy that consumers have the right to know what is in the products they buy.

Effective communication of a company's goals, timelines and progress towards goals can garner valuable support from the general public.

EDF has identified chemicals in food packaging and food handling equipment where the potential health impacts from their migration into food raises serious concerns.

EDF has prioritized certain chemical contaminants in food for manufacturers to take action on.

EDF has created a step-by-step guide for any product sector to help you prioritize action on toxic chemicals to reduce your chemical footprint.

EDF, Nestlé and the FDA explore industry and regulatory actions for reducing contaminants of concern in food.

A series of case studies that showcase suppliers who are meeting the growing demand for safer chemical ingredients in consumer products and food.

The most effective tool in jump-starting and sustaining safer chemicals leadership is a written corporate chemicals policy.

Perchlorate is an endocrine-disrupting chemical found in food. EDF has identified opportunities to reduce perchlorate levels in food.