Environmental Working Group's Company Profile and Products

Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a not-for-profit consumer protection and environmental health organization based in Washington D.C. Founded in 1993, the organization engages in scientific analysis of various industrial and consumer products including pesticides, cosmetics, and food products, publishing their findings in quarterly reports and databases. The organization is actively engaged in a certification program for products and companies that meet their transparency and health standards, which are updated annually. Notable EWG projects include their Shopper's Guide to Pesticides in Produce, a state-by-state Tap Water Database, and nationwide campaigns promoting clean energy and advocating against citizens’ exposure to harmful chemicals.