WASHINGTON – The Environmental Working Group is thrilled to welcome three distinguished experts and former Environmental Protection Agency leaders to the staff. They will help expand and strengthen EWG Verified®, the organization’s flagship initiative for safer, healthier consumer products.
The trio’s deep expertise at the EPA in advancing science-based public health protections will strengthen EWG’s leadership as a trusted source for rigorous, transparent standards millions of consumers depend on.
Clive Davies
Vice president, EWG Verified
Davies brings with him a wealth of scientific and programmatic leadership developed during his long tenure at EPA and his work to encourage and reward development and use of safer chemicals.
Before joining EWG, Davies led the EPA’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.
At EWG, Davies will lead a team of scientists advancing the organization’s rigorous standards for personal care, cleaning, baby products and mattresses through the EWG Verified and EWG Reviewed for Science programs.
Lauren Sweet Duffy, Ph.D.
Senior scientist, toxicology lead, EWG Verified
Duffy served as the lead toxicologist for the EPA’s Safer Choice Program beginning in 2017. She evaluated the safety of ingredients in cleaning products and other consumer goods. Now, as the chief toxicologist for EWG Verified, Duffy brings her deep scientific expertise and regulatory experience to strengthen the program’s rigorous standards.
She will play a central role in ensuring that every EWG Verified product meets the highest benchmarks for health and safety while also maintaining the integrity of the program and reinforcing consumer trust.
Taylor K. Dunivin, Ph.D.
Director, science communications, EWG Verified
Dunivin is a respected scientist and seasoned science communicator with a deep commitment to public health and chemical safety. She served as a biologist and outreach lead with the EPA’s Safer Choice program, working to identify and promote safer chemical ingredients in everyday products.
Before her tenure at the EPA, Dunivin worked as a Senate legislative aide and at the National Institutes of Health during the Covid-19 pandemic. In her new role at EWG, Dunivin will lead the development and expansion of science communications with both companies and consumers, helping brands meet EWG Verified standards and empowering shoppers with clear, trustworthy information. Her work will play a key role in growing the EWG Verified program and expanding access to safer, healthier personal care and cleaning products.
“Clive, Lauren and Taylor each embody the science-based approach that is central to our mission,” said Jocelyn Lyle, EWG’s executive vice president for mission and partnerships. “Their combined expertise will elevate the rigor, transparency and trustworthiness of our EWG Verified program. On behalf of the entire staff and myself, we are thrilled they have joined the team at EWG.”
About EWG Verified and EWG Reviewed for Science
EWG Verified and EWG Reviewed for Science recognize products that meet the highest standards for ingredient safety and transparency. These programs are grounded in independent toxicological review and data evaluation, empowering consumers to make safer, healthier choices about their personal care, cleaning, baby products and mattresses.
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