Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Environmental Advocacy & Community Empowerment in the Southwest
Founded in 1971, our organization has dedicated over five decades to advancing environmental and social justice through community-driven research and advocacy. We specialize in addressing complex issues related to nuclear waste management, uranium mining, and resource exploitation, combining technical expertise with grassroots empowerment. Our team of seasoned professionals, with over 100 years of collective experience, provides critical analysis, policy development, and technical assistance to communities impacted by environmental hazards.We maintain a unique focus on multi-generational challenges, ensuring citizen participation in decision-making processes that affect public health and natural resources. Through strategic partnerships and culturally sensitive outreach, we amplify marginalized voices while influencing national and international environmental policies. Our work spans uranium impact assessments, energy resource management, and environmental education initiatives that prioritize long-term sustainability.
Services
Uranium Impact Assessment
Nuclear Waste Program
Environmental Analysis
Policy Development
Community Empowerment
Mining Reclamation
Public Information Services
Skills Development Training
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 54 years of experience in environmental justice advocacy
- Community-focused technical assistance with cultural sensitivity
- Expertise in nuclear waste management and uranium mining impacts
- Proven track record influencing national environmental policies
- Multidisciplinary team with 100+ combined years of experience
Services
Uranium Impact Assessment
Our Uranium Impact Assessment program evaluates environmental and health effects from uranium mining activities. We conduct comprehensive field studies, water quality testing, and community health monitoring to document contamination impacts. This service helps affected communities understand radiation risks and advocate for remediation efforts through scientifically rigorous data collection and reporting.
Nuclear Waste Program
The Nuclear Waste Program focuses on monitoring and advocating against nuclear waste storage facilities. We analyze regulatory compliance, assess environmental risks, and support community opposition to unsafe waste disposal practices. Our experts provide technical testimony, policy recommendations, and public education materials to prevent nuclear contamination and protect water resources.
Community Empowerment
Our Community Empowerment initiatives train local groups in environmental advocacy and policy engagement. We offer workshops on regulatory processes, grant writing assistance, and strategic planning support. This service enables grassroots organizations to effectively participate in decisions affecting their health, land, and cultural resources through evidence-based advocacy.
Environmental Analysis
Environmental Analysis services include ecosystem assessments, pollution tracking, and climate impact studies. Our scientists conduct field research, create geospatial data visualizations, and produce technical reports that document environmental degradation. This service provides communities with scientific evidence to support legal challenges and policy reforms for natural resource protection.
Policy Development
Policy Development work shapes environmental regulations through expert testimony and legislative proposals. We analyze federal energy policies, draft model ordinances, and collaborate with lawmakers to strengthen environmental justice protections. This service ensures community concerns directly inform regulatory frameworks governing mining, waste management, and resource conservation.
People
Maria Goldstein
Board Secretary
Retired public health physician with extensive experience in environmental health issues. Dr. Goldstein brings decades of medical expertise to guide SRIC's community health initiatives and policy recommendations.
Nathaniel Matthews-Trigg
Public Health Expert
Specializes in climate and health equity, providing strategic guidance on public health impacts of environmental policies. Shares expertise at national and international forums on emergency management and healthcare risks.
Manuel Pino
Board President
Former professor with deep understanding of indigenous communities. Brings cultural sensitivity and social justice perspective from Acoma Pueblo heritage to shape SRIC's community engagement strategies.
Chris Shuey
Uranium Program Director
Public health expert leading uranium impact assessments. Conducts field research on radiation exposure effects and provides technical support to communities affected by uranium mining contamination.
Don Hancock
Nuclear Waste Director
Nuclear waste specialist with decades of experience monitoring waste storage facilities. Advocates for safer waste management policies and provides expert analysis on radiation risks to water resources.
Questions
What environmental issues does SRIC focus on?
We specialize in nuclear waste management, uranium mining impacts, and energy resource exploitation. Our work addresses environmental justice issues affecting Southwest communities, particularly indigenous populations.
How does SRIC support affected communities?
We provide technical assistance, policy analysis, and advocacy training. Our services include environmental monitoring, regulatory guidance, and community education programs to empower grassroots organizations.
What makes SRIC unique among environmental groups?
We combine scientific research with cultural sensitivity, focusing on multi-generational impacts. Our approach bridges technical expertise with community knowledge to create lasting environmental justice solutions.
How can I get involved with SRIC's work?
You can donate, volunteer for community projects, or participate in our educational programs. We collaborate with local groups and welcome partnerships that advance environmental justice goals.
Does SRIC accept research partnerships?
Yes, we collaborate with academic institutions and scientists on environmental health studies. Our partnerships focus on documenting contamination impacts and developing remediation strategies for affected communities.