NRDC

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) is a nonprofit environmental advocacy organization established in 1970. Founded by a group of lawyers and environmentalists, NRDC emerged from a significant legal battle that set a precedent for environmental groups to have legal standing. Headquartered in New York City, NRDC operates with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and legal experts across the United States and internationally.

NRDC focuses on legal advocacy, scientific research, public education, and policy advocacy to protect the environment. Its activities include enforcing environmental regulations, conducting research to inform policies, and mobilizing public support through campaigns. The organization has a strong membership base of approximately 1.2 million individuals, with a significant portion of its funding coming from individual donors. NRDC is involved in various campaigns aimed at wildlife conservation, climate change, and pollution control, and it produces research reports, legal briefs, and policy recommendations to support its mission.