PIRG’s 2024 highlights
Five highlights of how our advocacy and action in 2024 helped make society healthier, safer and more sustainable, and the marketplace a little more honest and transparent for consumers.
Good news
A round up of the latest good news, progress and actions in the public interest.
The Latest on Good news
Bellingham repair shop FiXCO recognized for helping community
Three important PIRG victories from 2024
Updates
The true cost of consumerism is an absurd amount of waste
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Energy Department finalizes efficiency standards for tankless water heaters
Waste less, celebrate more: Tips for a zero waste holiday
Featured Resources
Less coal, more oil: Climate pollution trends by state
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Local event sheds light on the fashion industry’s environmental impacts
PIRG and partners hosted a film screening and panel discussion at a local Olympia theater, showcasing the journey of a fashion designer navigating sustainability in the industry.
WashPIRG builds support for the Right to Repair
This summer, WashPIRG canvassers spoke about the Right to Repair Act with over 3,000 Washington residents at their doorsteps, and the consensus is in – Washingtonians just want to fix their stuff.
Member support helped make the world a safer, healthier place
Advocacy, research and engaged supporters came together to win big for the public interest this year.
The right call for America’s top consumer watchdog
Efficient water heaters will cut pollution, save money, save lives
Many households will save more than $170 each year in energy costs thanks to new water heater efficiency standards.