
Why we need a new California plastic bag ban
California’s ban on plastic bags wasn't working. The result? More plastic waste, and single-use bags that can’t be recycled.
The United States generates an astounding 35 million tons of plastic waste every single year. We're the world's single biggest plastic polluter.
CALPIRG is an advocate for consumers, advancing solutions to problems that affect Californians' health, safety and wellbeing.
California’s ban on plastic bags wasn't working. The result? More plastic waste, and single-use bags that can’t be recycled.
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
The rapid growth of data centers can deepen America’s reliance on fossil fuels and is putting consumers and communities at risk.
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
We have a vision to transform our transportation systemDanny Katz, Executive Director, CoPIRG
I greatly appreciate PIRG for fighting for a safer, healthier world.Helen M, Member
I see daily reminders of how much damage we have done and know that fixing that damage starts with me.Matt C.V., Member
I think your organization has done a great job selecting issues where the public interest needs an advocate.Clare Feinson, Member