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.
What are we willing to pay for in our utility bills?
You can’t put a price tag on a greener, healthier world
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
Do-it-yourself solar
How solar panels on a porch, camper, and trailer are helping one man power more of his life with renewable energy
FCC to officially end evaluations of potential environmental problems with satellite launches
New ‘GRAS’ food rule: What the proposed change could mean for you
Updates
Colorado’s wildlife crossing on U.S. 160 is working
New study shows wiser energy use could dramatically cut pollution
We submitted 14k public comments about microplastics in our drinking water
Featured Articles
The key elements of Massachusetts’ energy bill
A firsthand look at how an underpass near Rifle, Colorado is saving local wildlife
Tiny pellets, big spills, bigger problems
A reprieve for the Boundary Waters from mining pollution
Solar Schools for North Carolina
Schools present a great opportunity for North Carolina to boost its production of clean solar power while improving the resilience of our communities.
We're working to build an organization for the long haulFaye Park, President, PIRG
Faye Park, president of PIRG, on the value of hard work and building 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
Andre Delattre, Chief Program Officer talks about how we choose the problems we work on.Andre Delattre, Senior Vice President
Andre Delattre, chief program officer, talks about how we choose the problems we work on.
I communicate the right answers for the environment to our policy makers, and demonstrate public support.Lisa Frank, Executive Director, Washington Legislative Office, Environment America
