WELC has a strong focus on preserving the wildlands, rivers, forests, and wildlife of the western U.S. Their work includes defending foundational environmental laws and challenging large-scale developments that threaten ecological integrity.

Committed to protecting the iconic wildlife of the western U.S., WELC works to preserve the ecosystems critical for species like grizzly bears, Mexican wolves, and wolverines, ensuring that these creatures continue to thrive.

In response to the climate crisis, WELC uses legal tools to challenge harmful practices like fracking and coal mining. They push for policy changes and protective measures that combat climate change and promote renewable energy.