Tell Oregon lawmakers: We need a strong Climate Justice Budget in 2025!

Nora Apter

May 13, 2025

Over the past few years, the Oregon Legislature has made smart investments in climate solutions, like helping renters stay cool during deadly heat waves, supporting rural clean energy projects, and creating good-paying jobs in the clean energy economy. These programs are working, but they need continued funding to deliver results for Oregonians across the state.

Right now, Oregon lawmakers are making budget decisions that will shape the next two years. They need to hear from you. Join us in urging legislators to support a strong Climate Justice Budget.

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Key programs at risk without renewed investment include:

Rental and community heat pump programs that lower bills and protect people from extreme weather
Community-based renewable energy and resilience projects for Tribes and rural communities
Climate-smart land management that supports farmers, ranchers, and working forests
One-stop-shop resources to help families afford clean, efficient home upgrades

Oregon families face rising energy costs, worsening climate disasters, and a wave of dangerous federal rollbacks that threaten to undermine decades of progress. But Oregon can lead — if lawmakers invest in the programs that lower energy bills, reduce climate pollution, and protect our communities from extreme heat, wildfires, and drought.

URGE YOUR LEGISLATORS: SUPPORT A STRONG CLIMATE JUSTICE BUDGET

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Author Bio

Nora Apter

Oregon Director, Climate Solutions

With over a decade of experience in public policy and environmental advocacy at the state, federal, and local levels, Nora champions ambitious, equitable policies that protect Oregon’s climate, strengthen community resilience, and support local economies. At Climate Solutions, she is dedicated to fostering the long-term success and resilience of the Oregon policy team.

Nora is committed to leveraging state policy as a blueprint for climate innovation and leadership. She believes in the power of coalitions to drive meaningful change and is passionate about building collaborative relationships and diverse partnerships to achieve a healthy, just, and thriving future for Oregon’s communities and climate.

Before joining Climate Solutions, Nora served as Director of Programs and Climate Program Director for Oregon Environmental Council (OEC). In these roles, she led dynamic teams and broad coalitions to advance lasting solutions to Oregon’s environmental challenges, spearheading statewide advocacy campaigns to secure landmark climate policies and solidify Oregon’s leadership in climate action. Earlier in her career, Nora spent eight years in Washington, D.C. defending and expanding federal environmental protections. As Deputy Director of Federal Affairs for NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), she guided legislative and administrative strategy across a wide-ranging environmental policy portfolio. Prior to NRDC, Nora served as a Legislative Aide to U.S. Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon.

Nora earned a B.A. in International Affairs and Economics from Lewis & Clark College in Portland. She serves as a Commissioner on the Oregon Climate Action Commission, where she helps shape strategies to achieve Oregon’s greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Outside of work, Nora loves spending time with friends and family, exploring Portland’s vibrant food scene, seeing live music, and adventuring in Oregon’s natural landscapes.