How much food does America waste and what can we do to stop it?
America wastes up to 1,000 pounds of food per person each year, enough to feed millions. There are simple policy changes that could help.
Travelers need more protections when flights are canceled
The Department of Transportation (DOT) needs to do more to put a stop to bad airline behavior.
WashPIRG 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
Mercury pollution from power plants threatens our health. New proposed EPA standards can help.
How you can help protect yourself and your community from toxic chemical plant pollution
Updates
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Thousands speak up for more efficient washing machines
Consumer complaints against U.S. airlines hit record in 2022
More than 52,000 Americans to FTC: Crack down on misleading recyclability claims
Food for Thought Part 2: An analysis of food recalls for 2022
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
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
Solving important issues while educating the public
I greatly appreciate PIRG for fighting for a safer, healthier world.Helen M, Member
PIRG keeps me informed
They're practical, dogged, and go straight to the heart of the issue.Carolyn B., Member
PIRG has been on the forefront of what most needs to be done
I see daily reminders of how much damage we have done and know that fixing that damage starts with me.Matt C.V., Member
