I was surprised and learned some things.
The first is that there is a movement away from bleach usage, but it is very small and most people have no idea about it.
While the poll was not scientifically random, it did include a wide cross section of people.
27 responders
3 no longer use bleach or try to use other products labeled "eco-friendly"
that left 24 in the category of "Who does not use bleach?"
To me, the 3 are significant in that I was not aware of any do not use bleach movement.
I had no responders from out of the USA.
The 3 were from different areas of the country, were different age groups and different politics (I am very sure of this in 2 cases, but not the third).
I learned something.
I will simply say that I am an expert in this field and my qualifications are in the side bar.
This is Me:
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this blog is the result of my many years of experience and does not necessarily represent the views or policy of any organization I belong to or work for.
Qualifications:
So the question is who am I?
How can I say anything about the environment?
I have worked in the environmental field for over 30 years, in a local Health Department, a not for profit environmental agency, a private environmental consulting lab and at a big oil company.
I have publish research papers on salt contamination from treatment discharges effecting well water and preemptive closures of bathing at beaches. I have presented at the American Public Health Association, The National Environmental Association, the Association for the Advancement of Sciences and the USEPA.
I have been an expert witness for environmental issues in various legal proceedings and my research and the information has influenced policy makers on all levels of government.
Finally, I have my Environmental R.S. License.
How can I say anything about the environment?
I have worked in the environmental field for over 30 years, in a local Health Department, a not for profit environmental agency, a private environmental consulting lab and at a big oil company.
I have publish research papers on salt contamination from treatment discharges effecting well water and preemptive closures of bathing at beaches. I have presented at the American Public Health Association, The National Environmental Association, the Association for the Advancement of Sciences and the USEPA.
I have been an expert witness for environmental issues in various legal proceedings and my research and the information has influenced policy makers on all levels of government.
Finally, I have my Environmental R.S. License.
Additional Information:
My work has not been confined to analytical chemistry or the environment since I deal with microbiology, entomology and epidemiology and a daily basis. I have worked with the Centers for disease Control (CDC), The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), The Food and Drug Administration (FDA), The Environmental Protection agency (USEPA) and various Connecticut State Environmental and Health Agencies in each of their areas of expertise, The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES), The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Department of Aquaculture and the Department of Health.
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I am late to the party but happy to tell you my approach. As a swimmer, it's impossible for me to avoid chlorine. At my house, I use eco friendly dish detergent and laundry detergent. I haven't used mildew remover in at least a decade. I don't use chlorox wipes. Heck, I don't use ammonia either. However, from time to time (maybe 6x/year) I will use 1/4 cup of bleach with my white laundry items. I am looking forward to replacing my very old washing machine; when I do, I suspect I won't need to use bleach at all any longer.
I would bet Kate from HOLDFAST SEEKER doesn't use bleach.
As for me, I have gotten in the habit of using a lot of citrus based cleaners, especially on the boat for day to day cleaning. And baking soda too. I still use bleach and strong cleaners, but much less so, and only when truly needed.
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