Arsenic in baby food is all too common, but there is a solution
This blog was authored by Creative Team Intern Lauren Malster.
Tell Whole Foods to zero out single-use plastic packaging
Whole Foods can make an impact right now by setting a bold example that others in the industry can follow -- starting with getting rid of harmful, unnecessary single-use plastics.
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.
The Latest
Statement: New bill could expedite projects that would pollute America
Consumer Advocacy Week: 200 consumer advocates from more than 35 states give voice to consumers
Updates
Maryland PIRG joins national effort calling on REI to phase out PFAS
Senate formally aligns U.S. with international effort to phase out potent greenhouse gas
FTC escalates inquiry of Amazon Prime cancellation process
Clean Heat rulemaking comment to the PUC
We are calling on the PUC to ensure gas utilities are prioritizing energy efficiency and electrification strategies so we can maximize the reduction of greenhouse emissions, save customers money on their energy bills and improve indoor air quality.
I like that PIRG digs down and finds ways the system has been rigged against our long-term welfare and tries to translate that into legislative and legal action at the state, local and national levels.Nick Bridge, Member
PIRG will keep working until the job’s done
When I buy something, I think I own it. I don't want to have to ask anyone's permission to open it up and try to fix it.
We need to stand up to companies that profit when we throw stuff away
As there is ever more to be done, I like that WashPIRG works to solve important issues while educating the public about them, and is playing an active role on many fronts.Frank Kroger, Member
Solving important issues while educating the public
I decided to support an organization that doesn’t seem to rely on partisan politics to accomplish goals, and as a pediatrician, I have been especially interested in OSPIRG’s projects that impact the health of children and infants...Patricia Jett, Member
I decided to support an organization that doesn’t…rely on partisan politics to accomplish goals
I’ve continued to support PIRG’s work because I want to help to eliminate single-use plastics, protect the planet and save the bees, and address consumer protection issues.Don Ewing, Member
