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.
Working to stop plastic waste: From store shelves to state capitols
Plastic waste is getting out of control. How organizing consumers, challenging corporations and winning new policies can reduce plastic pollution across the nation.
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
From Wisconsin to Capetown: The first International Plastic Pellet Count
In May, Environment America Research & Policy Center, U.S. PIRG Education Fund and our partners organized the first International Plastic Pellet Count.
2025 Hurricane season coverage: Data, resources and interview opportunities
People are coming together to protect grasslands
Updates
First Certified Responsible Antibiotic Use Beef Farm in US
Bill to eliminate plastic film bags at checkout passes Oregon legislature with bipartisan support, heads to governor’s desk
Governor Ferguson signs Recycling Reform Act into law
Featured Articles
Why we shouldn’t sell our national public lands
Right To Repair wins again, this time in Washington State
Texas becomes first red state to pass Right to Repair legislation
Right to Repair movement having its most productive year ever in U.S. states
Green Century has a critical role to play in bringing about solutions to the climate crisis.Annie Sanders, Director of Shareholder Advocacy, Green Century Capital Management
We're working to build an organization for the long haulFaye Park, President, PIRG
We’re working to build an organization for the long haul
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
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
Air pollution doesn’t care if you’re a Republican, Democrat or Independent
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
