PIRG
PIRG is an advocate for the public interest. We speak out for the public and stand up to special interests on problems that affect the public's health, safety and wellbeing.
How fast is solar energy growing?
America is getting nearly 12 times more energy from the sun than we did a decade ago. The United States gets more emission-free energy from the sun than ever before.
We operate and support organizations committed to a shared vision of a better world and a strategic approach to social change.
Our Groups
Environment America
Environment America is a national network of 30 state environmental groups. Our staff work together for clean air, clean water, clean energy, wildlife and open spaces, and a livable climate. Our members across the United States put grassroots support behind our research and advocacy.
Frontier Group
Our staff of researchers and policy analysts provide information and ideas to build a healthier, more sustainable America.
The Fund
The Fund runs the nation’s largest and most effective canvassing and telephone membership operation for America’s leading environmental and public interest organizations.
Student PIRGs
With chapters and clubs on nearly 100 campuses in 25 states providing training, professional support and resources to students tackling public interest problems.
Environmental Action
Founded on the first Earth Day with a mission to protect the planet and all of us who live on it.
Green Corps
Green Corps’s mission is to train organizers, support critical environmental campaigns, and graduate activists who can fight and win tomorrow’s environmental battles.
Community Action Works
Working side by side with citizens and local community groups to confront local polluters and prevent them from harming the health of their communities.
National Environmental Law Center
NELC attorneys work closely with state and local citizen groups to bring corporate polluters to justice.
Green Century Funds
Green Century was founded to help people save for their future without compromising their values, and is a leader in socially responsible investing.
Fund for the Public Interest Foundation
Supporting the civic engagement efforts of like-minded organizations and allies, helping them make a difference and strengthen their base of support.
Snowriders International
Skiers, snowboarders and mountain recreation enthusiasts dedicated to the promotion of winter sports and the protection of the environment.
The Center for Public Interest Research
A non-partisan 501(c)(3) organization that conducts public interest research and litigation, and runs civic engagement and public education programs.
The Latest
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Home energy audit: How clean energy tax credits could help you save energy
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Updates
FedEx harnesses solar energy in nation’s capital
Blue whales have returned to this protected area
New PFAS data shows widespread water contamination
Featured Articles
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I can see the changes I'm helping to implement in Colorado today and moving forward -- for both my own family and my community.Alexandra Simon, Public Health Advocate with CoPIRG
I really do feel that in this role I’m helping make the world a different place
An organizer thinks about, "What are we trying to do here?," "What change do I want to make?," "Who's with me?," "Who's not?," and "How do I talk to those people?"Marcia Eldridge, Digital Deputy Director for the Public Interest Network
Digital organizing allows us to connect more people to our on-the-ground work
We're willing to work with anyone, regardless of their political affiliation, if they want to come together and work hard to turn a good idea into reality.Kirsten Schatz, Clean Air Advocate for CoPIRG
We work to find common ground
I get to work on environmental issues and do that through organizing, which I think is the missing link in the chain of the environmental movement.Renee Wellman, Executive Director of Green Corps
Our goal is to train organizers while also making an impact
One of the things I love about The Public Interest Network is we’re transpartisan.Mark Morgenstein, Director of Media Relations for The Public Interest Network
