It's the 11th hour for climate action in Salem
23 days. That’s how much time is left in the legislative session in Salem.
Advocates reach settlement with Avista to phase out fossil fuel subsidies, expand low-income efficiency programsThe utility would also be required to restrict political spending that undermines state climate
Imagine 100 percent Clean Energy for Oregon
by Jonathan Lee on
By committing to 100% clean energy, Oregon is investing in new job opportunities, economic recovery, healthier air, lower utility bills, and a safer climate.
We did it! 100% clean and fossil-free Multnomah county buildings
by Jonathan Lee on
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.
Oregonians: It's time to SPRING into climate action!
by Meredith Connolly on
We're pleased to report forward progress on two of our high-priority climate bills.
Fire and Ice: How Oregon’s past year makes clear we need 100% clean electricity
by Meredith Connolly on
Oregon continues to pump out more climate pollution every year, but we can pass 100% Clean right now to lay the foundation for a clean energy-based economy.
2021: Action time for climate in the Oregon Legislature
by Meredith Connolly on
As the historic wildfires that devastated Oregon last September and the most recent ice storms make clear, climate chaos is here and harming Oregon’s communities and well-being now.
A climate protection plan that exempts gas power plants(?!)
by Zach Baker on
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has proposed exempting the state's fossil gas power plants from their Climate Protection Program. This cannot stand.
Living cleaner: why cities are shifting to all-electric buildings
by Deepa Sivarajan on
We can make sure that our buildings are healthy and safe. A transition to all-electric will require our communities dispelling misinformation and speaking up for policies that move us off gas in an equitable and just way.
Is Oregon's clean energy transition on track?
by Jonathan Lee on
Join our discussion exploring what powers our energy system today, where the trends are headed, and it all means for an energy-smart, climate-safe future for Oregon.
Oregon's Environmental Quality Commission chooses industry over communities to develop air pollution regulations
by Zach Baker on
The EQC has decided to stack the cap-and-reduce rulemaking advisory committee with fossil fuel and big business interests.
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