CCJ is an environmental 501(c)3 non-profit serving residents of Greene and Washington counties in southwestern Pennsylvania with issues around coal extraction, fracking and other petrochemical extraction, economic justice issues, and democracy work.

Learn More: Visit us at https://centerforcoalfieldjustice.org/

Our approach for working with area residents values their knowledge about the land, waterways, and communities. Our recognition of local expertise is grounded in the belief that people who live with the daily impacts of fossil fuel extraction should be treated with the utmost respect. Our work is informed and directed by how local people think these industries should be held accountable for impacts.

We provide community members with detailed information about proposed projects and potential impacts so they can make informed decisions about individual or collective actions. We connect people in similar struggles together to build power and to invest in the leadership of people living in Washington and Greene Counties.

We blend organizing, communications, legal, and policy strategies to build power with and for residents across Washington and Greene Counties, and to create an expanded set of options for achieving justice. Through this approach, and by investing in people’s skills and leadership, our communities will be able to advocate effectively for a healthy environment and thriving economy.

Center for Coalfield Justice

Power in Community: Support CCJ's 2025 Year-End Appeal

CCJ's Giving Tuesday 2025 - Food Bank Fundraiser

CCJ's Annual Fall Fundraiser 2025 - Carving Out Hope