Public Employees for Environmental ResponsibilityPublic Employees for Environmental ResponsibilityPEER_77f4d427-35a2-4c83-baac-6b4b8fc8f226To serve resource professionals who daily cast profiles in courage in cubicles across the country_8133d09d-93c5-42b2-bd2a-17d64861c33dSupportOrganize a broad base of support among employees within local, state and federal resource management agencies. _361e0840-3d61-4392-8e0d-c595b195edb91PEER works nation-wide with government scientists, land managers, environmental law enforcement agents, field specialists and other resource professionals committed to responsible management of America’s public resources. Resource employees in government agencies have unique responsibilities as stewards of the environment. PEER supports those who are courageous and idealistic enough to seek a higher standard of environmental ethics and scientific integrity within their agency. Our constituency represents one of the most crucial and viable untapped resources in the conservation movement.MonitoringMonitor natural resource management agencies by serving as a "watch dog" for the public interest._194151e8-4490-4183-9756-098ae13762c22Environmental IssuesInform the administration, Congress, state officials, media and the public about substantive environmental issues of concern to PEER members. _f293945d-5a73-47c0-b09a-c92a0dc108863Legal RightsDefend and strengthen the legal rights of public employees who speak out about issues concerning natural resource management and environmental protection._5615dae6-9ee9-4773-b513-45231d66e7234Public employees are a unique force working for environmental enforcement. In the ever-changing tide of political leadership, these front-line employees stand as defenders of the public interest within their agencies and as the first line of defense against the exploitation and pollution of our environment. Their unmatched technical knowledge, long-term service and proven experiences make these professionals a credible voice for meaningful reform.Legal AdviceProvide free legal assistance if and when necessary._3817f69f-9692-4706-bf1d-388146d6ae634.12010-02-08http://www.peer.org/about/index.phpArthurColman (www.drybridge.com)colman@drybridge.com