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.
Fuel our work to move Oregon beyond plastic
The United States generates an astounding 35 million tons of plastic waste every single year. We're the world's single biggest plastic polluter.
OSPIRG is an advocate for consumers, advancing solutions to problems that affect Oregonians' health, safety and wellbeing.
The Latest
Is there plastic in my tea?
FDA finally bans Red No. 3 food dye, linked to cancer
Updates
New rules aim to tackle plastic pellet pollution in the European Union
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
Waste less, celebrate more: Tips for a zero waste holiday
“Renewable Natural Gas” (RNG) for home heating: A false solution
Join us on January 31 to learn how gas utilities are using "renewable natural gas" and how utilities use it to justify excessive spending on gas infrastructure.
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Comment: Re: Health Care Market Oversight Program Review of Proposed OHSU-Legacy Transaction
Health care remains unaffordable for many in Oregon – a majority of Oregonians have experienced hardship due to high health care costs in 2024.
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
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
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 support OSPIRG for the health of the state I love.Laura V.F., Member
