Agilyx, the “chemical recycling” facility in Tigard, is closing its doors. Here’s why that’s a good thing.
“Chemical recycling” is a term invented by the oil, gas and petrochemical industries to hide where plastic is actually going: the incinerator.
This Earth Day, put our planet over plastic
The United States is the world's largest plastic polluter: Every year, we produce a staggering 35 million tons of plastic waste. PIRG is working to fix that -- and we need your help.
OSPIRG 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
STATEMENT: EPA restricts toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
Statement: Gov. Kotek Signs Right to Repair into Law
Updates
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Groups urge Biden to ‘Finish the job’ on appliance efficiency
Energy Conservation & Efficiency
Transformer efficiency rule leaves energy savings on the table
Governor Kotek signs the Right to Repair Act into law
Outpatient outrage: Hospitals charge fees for care at the doctor’s office
This new report explains why facility fees are increasing in frequency and the impact they have on costs.
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
