
Man made “stuff” now outweighs the living world. How did we get here?
There’s something seriously wrong when the weight of all of our “stuff” is greater than that of all life on the planet. But we can do something about it.
The United States generates an astounding 35 million tons of plastic waste every single year. We're the world's single biggest plastic polluter.
WashPIRG is an advocate for consumers, advancing solutions to problems that affect our health, our safety and our wellbeing.
There’s something seriously wrong when the weight of all of our “stuff” is greater than that of all life on the planet. But we can do something about it.
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
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
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
They're practical, dogged, and go straight to the heart of the issue.Carolyn B., Member