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by Teresa Myers on
Wawa Gatheru encourages us to take inspiration from the past to move forward as climate activists at a time when this work is making many of us feel understandably fatigued—and wondering if real change is possible.
by Brett Morgan on
The Northwest’s dependence on imported fossil fuels leaves households vulnerable to price spikes triggered by global conflicts. By shifting to clean electricity and electric transportation, the region can stabilize energy costs, strengthen resilience, and keep more economic benefits at home.
by Jonathan Lawson on
“The old world is dying,” Antonio Gramsci wrote in 1930, “and the new world struggles to be born. Now is the time of monsters.” Today’s intersection of monstrous planetary crises has a name and a face: the Trump administration, with fossil fuel interests pulling strings behind the scenes.
by Teresa Myers on
Wawa Gatheru (Black Girl Environmentalist) will be the keynote speaker at our annual dinner in Seattle. Register now!
by James L. Ellis on
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.
by Joshua Basofin on
Passing a new law is only the first step toward a clean energy future. At Climate Solutions, we stay at the table long after a bill is signed to ensure Oregon’s latest energy policies are turned into real, tangible progress for Oregonians. Our latest blog post explores how we're working with partners and state agencies to build a modern power grid that is affordable, resilient, and fair for everyone.
by Leah Missik on
What do a sprint, a time warp, a whirlwind, and a pressure cooker have in common? They are all frequently used metaphors for Washington’s short, 60-day legislative session.
by Meredith Connolly on
Washington State is so over coal. We banned it from our power plants, from our ports—and from our air and water. The Trump administration's heavy-handed attempt to keep coal alive in the Northwest is backward-looking and unlawful. That's why we're fighting back.
by Nora Apter on
Explore Oregon's 2026 legislative wins and the lessons learned from the climate policies that fell short. It highlights the missed opportunities for lower energy bills while looking ahead at the work needed to build a more resilient state in 2027.
by Kimberly Larson on
In Washington, funds that big polluters pay for their harmful climate pollution support clean energy solutions close to home... including EV charging infrastructure.
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Blue wave clears a path for stronger clean energy policy
Last week’s dramatic election results herald a major shift in US politics, at the federal level and in many states and local communities. Climate and clean energy advocates now have the opportunity to follow through to deliver real results that better people’s lives.