POLLUTION BLOG

More than 50 Pueblan artisans received training in modern and sustainable lead-free pottery techniques during the Pottery Knowledge Communities Meet-Up. San Bartolo Cohuecan will host a transformative event aimed at strengthening artisanal production and eliminating the use of lead in.

Lead was found in 18% of the most consumed foods by the Mexican population, including products such as rice, wheat, soy, pepper, guajillo chili, processed meats, and baby food. Researchers from Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, the National Institute of.

The 4th Potters' Gathering highlighted the importance of adopting safe and lead-free practices in pottery production, thereby contributing to the health and well-being of the community. It is important to preserve the rich cultural tradition of pottery in Mexico, recognizing.

In this spotlight, Agustín Gama, Pure Earth’s new Country Director for Mexico, shares an update on the work of our team in Mexico.  Visit the Pure Earth Mexico page to learn more. For Spanish-language access, visit the project website barroaprobado.org.

On October 20, just days before we launched our global outreach for International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW), we received word that Pure Earth President Richard Fuller was being recognized as one of Vox's Future Perfect 50, honoring individuals building a more perfect future. In.

Lead poisoning in Mexico is an urgent health problem that can cause brain damage,  IQ loss, and other developmental delays especially in children who eat food prepared and served in lead-glazed pottery. Despite the fact that almost half of all.

Why are women's circles important? Because as women, we spend our time caring for others. We take care of men, the elderly, children, but sometimes we forget to also take care of ourselves. Women's circles are important because historically, those.