NEW DATA: Large share of U.S. climate pollution comes from handful of coal and gas plants
America’s most polluting facilities emit more greenhouse gasses than some entire states.
Media Releases
News Release: Microplastics threaten Lake Erie and wildlife
Cleanup event reveals plastic pellet pollution on Euclid Beach, Cleveland, Ohio
Advisory committee publishes report meant to help Congress solve ambulance surprise billing
A long-anticipated report from the federally appointed Ground Ambulance and Patient Billing Advisory Committee published Wednesday, sent to Congress.
Public urges Minnesota officials to bar 3M from releasing PFAS
35k+ public comments submitted calling on Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to prohibit 3M from discharging toxic PFAS chemicals into Mississippi River.
New online resource: Interactive map reveals locations of plastic production facilities
Dozens of factories across U.S. produce plastic pellets that damage environment.
U.S. Senate votes for higher utility bills and more air pollution
A resolution passed by the U.S. Senate to block new furnace efficiency standards would raise costs for households and cause needless pollution.
Groups urge Biden administration to “Finish the job” on appliance efficiency standards
Year in review: PIRG’s 2023 highlights
PIRG, its state groups celebrate national, state, local victories for the public interest
RELEASE: Microsoft offers extended Windows 10 support, with added cost
PIRG campaign prompts tech giant to provide security updates for longer.
Broad coalition of groups urges Energy Department to finalize water heater efficiency standards
Consumer, climate, and health advocates called on the U.S. Department of Energy to promptly finalize water heater efficiency standards.