We’re campaigning for Microplastic Free Waters
Tiny plastic pellets, called “nurdles,” are being dumped into our waterways. A new bill could make this microplastic pollution illegal.
Tell your U.S. House representative: Support the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act
The Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act will hold companies accountable for dumping millions of plastic pellets into our waterways.
NJPIRG 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
New research finds plastic in human brains
Plastic pellets on trains: a disaster waiting to happen
Updates
The US is poised to support reducing global plastic production ahead of final negotiations on a UN Global Plastics Treaty
Knock, knock. Who’s there? PIRG!
The Environmental Protection Agency sets it sights on toxic chemical used to make plastic
State of Electric School Buses
Data shows leaders and laggards for total electric school buses and combined investments driving electric school bus conversion.
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
We have a vision to transform our transportation systemDanny Katz, Executive Director, CoPIRG
We have a vision to transform our transportation system
I greatly appreciate PIRG for fighting for a safer, healthier world.Helen M, Member
PIRG keeps me informed
I see daily reminders of how much damage we have done and know that fixing that damage starts with me.Matt C.V., Member
Fixing that damage starts with me.
I think your organization has done a great job selecting issues where the public interest needs an advocate.Clare Feinson, Member
