The Environmental Working Groupewgis An American Nonprofit Organization Founded In 1993With Headquarters In Washingtond C And Additional Offices In Oaklandcaand Amesiowaewg Focuses On Environmental Issuesincluding Agricultural Subsidiestoxic Chemicalsand Drinking Water Pollutantsits Mission Is To Empower Individuals Through Researchhelping Them Make Informed Choices For Healthier Lives And Environments Ewg Conducts Original Research On Environmental Health Issues And Publishes Reports To Educate Consumers About Safer Choices In Foodcosmeticsand Household Productsthe Organization Also Partners With Companies To Certify Products That Meet Specific Environmental And Health Standardsthrough Its Lobbying Armthe Ewg Action Fundit Advocates For Policy Changes To Improve Public Health And Environmental Safetywith An Annual Budget Exceeding $8 Millionewg Plays A Significant Role In Shaping Public Opinion And Influencing Industry Practices And Government Policies
