Healthy living environment
Less pollution and harmful chemicals
Pollution and harmful substances pose a threat to our health, biodiversity, and a livable future. Adessium Foundation supports initiatives that reduce pollution and limit the use of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
How we see this theme
Harmful chemicals are everywhere. They are found in the plastic that keeps our food fresh, in the water-repellent coatings on our clothing, and in the electronic devices we use every day. As a result, we are increasingly exposed to substances that pose risks to our health.
Scientific research also shows that our environment has become severely polluted with chemicals that accumulate in water and soil. Pollution from chemicals has now reached such levels that it is considered the third planetary crisis, alongside climate change and biodiversity loss. Adessium Foundation is committed to raising awareness of this often-overlooked issue and contributing to positive change.
How we go about this
- Policy change. We support organizations that advocate for stronger policies to reduce harmful substances in our environment.
- Raising awareness. We support initiatives that increase public awareness of how pollution affects human health.
- Scientific knowledge. We fund organizations that make scientific knowledge on this issue widely accessible to both the public and policymakers.
- Safe alternatives. We support initiatives that help businesses transition to cleaner production methods and safer alternatives.
Stories
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Using citizen power and the law for a healthy living environment
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“For many farmers, using a chemical pesticide feels like insurance”
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Updates of Adessium
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New stories: from pesticides to radiator foil
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Twenty years of Adessium: the journey
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Annual Report 2025
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Organizations that we support
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CHEM Trust
CHEM Trust aims to prevent synthetic chemicals from causing long-term harm to animals and people. -
ChemSec
Through independent research, cross-border collaboration, and practical tools, ChemSec promotes the development of more progressive legislation on chemical substances. They also work with companies to switch to non-toxic alternatives. -
Food Packaging Forum
The Food Packaging Forum helps stakeholders make informed decisions about food packaging. They bring in the latest science on chemicals in food contact materials and on the environmental impacts of packaging.
Our program managers
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Nina Koopman
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Loïs Schotanus
Program manager Nature and Living Environment