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Clive Davies

Vice President, EWG Verified

Clive Davies leads a team of scientists advancing EWG’s rigorous standards for personal care, cleaning, baby products and mattresses through the EWG Verified® and EWG Reviewed for Science™ programs.

With a focus on ingredient safety, transparency and health, he works to shift the marketplace toward healthier products. Building on EWG’s groundbreaking Skin Deep® and Guide to Healthy Cleaning databases, his work supports EWG’s public health mission. Under his guidance, EWG Verified will continue to be a strong source for consumers seeking science-backed, safer product choices.

Before joining EWG, Davies led the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safer Choice program, which identifies products made with ingredients that are safer for human health and the environment. The program also evaluates antimicrobial products seeking the EPA’s Design for the Environment certification for strict health and safety criteria.

Davies led the Design for the Environment division for many years. He earned his bachelors of science in mechanical engineering from the University of Rhode Island.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Tuesday December 9

Joint Sustainability & Product Stewardship Council and Retail Engagement Program

Retailer Recognition to Active Advocacy: EWG Verified and Safer Choice Updates and Discussion 

 

Clive Davies, VP of EWG Verified, will provide an in-depth look at the latest developments in the EWG Verified certification program. The session will specifically cover recent updates to the program, plans for future growth, and strategies for expanding its impact in the marketplace. Attendees will also learn about the role EWG Verified plays in retailer recognition initiatives, including programs such as Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly, and how certification can enhance product visibility, consumer trust, and sustainability credentials.

 

This session is designed for brands, manufacturers, and retailers seeking to better understand the evolving landscape of certification programs and the opportunities they present for promoting safer, more sustainable products.

 

Following the EWG presentation, HCPA will share updates on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Safer Choice program, highlight the Association’s ongoing advocacy work to preserve and support the program, and facilitate a member discussion to address concerns and help guide future advocacy initiatives.

 

Speaker:

Clive Davies, Vice President, EWG Verified