10.09.09
Erich Pica, one of the nation's leading experts on the impacts of subsidies to the oil and gas industries and other polluters, has become Friends of the Earth's new president.
Pica has worked at Friends of the Earth for more than 10 years, most recently as its director of domestic programs. Pica's tenure follows that of Dr. Brent Blackwelder, the longest-serving environmental advocate in Washington, who is retiring after compiling a series of campaign victories during his 16 years as president.
Pica has worked at Friends of the Earth for more than 10 years, most recently as its director of domestic programs. Pica's tenure follows that of Dr. Brent Blackwelder, the longest-serving environmental advocate in Washington, who is retiring after compiling a series of campaign victories during his 16 years as president.