Tuesday, March 13, 2018
M8.4 Chemical Policy Refornm
In an ideal chemical policy, it is important to note where the chemicals are being used and who/what they are harming. I think this is one of the most important things to note. It is also important to note any healthier substitutions that can be used. For example, using lavender essential oils as a bug repellant instead of commercial bug repellants. Looking at the Louisville Charter for Safer Chemicals, the policy is very much on point with my thoughts. I particularly agree with the first heading, "Require safer substitutes and solutions". This means that if there is an alternative, we should always use them because we want to take away the risk of the chemical diffusing into the air. I also think phasing out persistent, bioaccumulative, or highly toxic chemicals is one of the most important things that can be done. However, all of the Louisville Charters are great options for a healthier environment and to bring innovation to the way we see chemicals.
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I really like the Louisville Charters because they have outline important points of a great chemical policy. I like your idea of finding healthier substitutions and I think that testing of products before it reaches the market would make a big difference in preventing harmful chemicals from being used.
ReplyDeleteHello Tina,
ReplyDeleteI agree, the "Require Safer Substitutes and Solutions" reform on the Louisville Charter for Safer Chemicals is incredibly important because it provides options for consumers. If companies and consumers do not have options, then they are less likely to change their habits.