At Great Rivers Environmental Law Center, we take a strategic approach to addressing the most pressing environmental and public health challenges in Missouri and Southern Illinois. We carefully weigh where our legal representation and advocacy can have the greatest impact, ensuring that our work serves the broader public good. Rooted in community-driven needs, we prioritize cases that protect air, water, land, and public health, particularly for those most affected.

By focusing on matters that align with our mission and long-term environmental goals, we strive to create meaningful, lasting change in the following areas: