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by Meredith Connolly on
In a truly reckless move, the Trump administration has acted to eliminate the federal government’s ability to fight climate change altogether. With the EPA abandoning its mission, Northwest states must continue stepping up to protect our communities.
by Jonathan Lawson on
Northwest states respond to the data center boom; Trump admin attacks on environmental protection hit a speedbump; courts weigh in on the clean energy transition
by Nora Apter on
The long-awaited Energy Strategy report is here, providing a roadmap for a clean energy transition, and, with the first-of-its-kind climate executive order from Governor Kotek that directs swift implementation of the findings, a cleaner, reliable, and more affordable energy future is more possible than ever before.
by Alma Pinto on
Oregon can make our energy grid stronger and more affordable by using virtual power plants to coordinate local tools like home batteries and smart appliances. These smart solutions help lower energy costs for everyone while creating good local jobs in our communities.
by Meredith Connolly on
Electricity demand is on the rise. And it's clear that the best way to have a reliable, affordable electricity system is to speed up deployment of clean energy, transmission infratructure, and grid modernization. Clean energy is affordable, reliable energy. Delay is the greatest risk we face.
by Nora Apter on
Announcing Oregon’s 2026 legislative short session priorities, which aim to double down on climate action that lowers household energy costs, addresses financing gaps left by federal funding cuts, grows the economy, and strengthens community resilience.
by James Hove on
It’s that time again… Washington’s 2026 legislative session has begun. For the next (very short) ten weeks, we’re aiming to continue progress on climate change, accelerate clean energy progress, and ensure everyone across Washington benefits from cleaner air, more affordable energy bills, and a healthier environment.
by Joëlle Robinson on
Thank you for all you did this year for good, and for climate progress. To make our gains more durable in the new year, we will almost certainly need to keep defending what we have done while passing new policies for more solutions. We can and we will do it. Together.
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Expecting the Unexpected: Why wildland firefighters think about heat when it’s cold
Many of us don't think about forest fires during the cold weather months, but an important few definitely have: wildland firefighters working with Washington's Department of Natural Resources. Guest contributor James Ellis is a wildlands firefighter who is also currently incarcerated. Read - or listen to - his story.