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Clean Cars mean the West Coast can breathe easier

By 2035, every new car sold in the states of Washington, Oregon, and California will be powered by 100% clean energy.

Clean Fuel Standard coming to Washington State

Washington finalizes Clean Fuel Standard to reduce climate pollution, protect health, and benefit local economy with implementation beginning Jan 1, 2023

Two directions at once

As we adjust to the results of the recent U.S. elections, we find ourselves in a time both of incredible climate progress and of imminent climate peril. We are headed in…

Oregon's Green Wave

As the final results of this November’s midterm election roll in, one thing is clear: climate action was on the ballot in Oregon, and voters made it clear that they want…

Clean transportation hits the road in Wenatchee, WA

Highlights from the Clean Vehicle showcase in Wenatchee earlier this month

Washingtonians, breathe easier: clean fuels are coming
by Climate Solutions on April 26, 2021

Marking a victory for people’s health, the environment, and economic recovery, the Washington Legislature passed a Clean Fuel Standard, governor-request legislation that the Legislature considered three years in a row
Washington's Climate Commitment Act nears final passage
by Climate Solutions on April 23, 2021

The Washington House has passed the Climate Commitment Act, which would establish a firm statewide cap on global warming pollution, making WA the second state to do so. The Senate now has the weekend to concur with the House version before the Governor can sign the bill into law.
The real deal on Earth Day and climate
by Stephanie Noren on April 22, 2021

Earth Day climate commitments, need for transparency in "climate-friendly banking", and the latest from WA/OR
We did it! 100% clean and fossil-free Multnomah county buildings
by Jonathan Lee on April 21, 2021

Multnomah County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution ensuring all new county-owned buildings—including libraries, courthouses, and community centers—are built to be fossil-free and utilize 100% clean and renewable energy.
Ready? Go! A consequential season for climate action
by Gregg Small on April 16, 2021

It may sound like hyperbole, but the next six to nine months may be among the most consequential yet in the multi-decade global effort to address climate change.