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Oregon’s Climate Wins in the 2023 Legislative Session
We saw success despite a challenging legislative environment that included a minority of Senators leading the longest walkout in Oregon’s history. Because the legislative calendar was down to the wire, many climate and clean energy bills were combined into two omnibus bills...
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Momentum is growing for states and regions to achieve 100% fossil-free energy grids--dramatically reducing carbon emissions and climate risk. But in the Northwest, as elsewhere, the largest source of carbon pollution is not electricity generation--it's our transportation sector. Industry and the infrastructure for buildings are also large emitters of greenhouse gases. That's why it is vital for us to shift as many of these energy uses as we can from fossil fuels to clean electricity—and to do so as quickly as we are able.

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Advocates urge Oregon regulators to reject NW Natural’s risky investment plan

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In Support of Public Utility Commission Staff’s Analysis, Climate Advocates Call on Commissioners to Require the Major Gas Utility to Develop a Realistic Long-term Investment Plan to Meet State

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🎬 Not so "natural" gas?

by Jonathan Lee on

The fossil fuel industry promotes methane — commonly referred to as "natural gas" — as a safe and healthy source of energy. However, using methane has major negative health and environmental consequences.

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🎬 Electric heat pumps are magic

by Jonathan Lee on

An electric heat pump can help you live in comfort year-round, while also releasing less pollution and saving you money on energy costs.

🎬 Cutting climate pollution from buildings

by Jonathan Lee on

Homes, offices, and other buildings are a major source of climate and air pollution. Thankfully, the best solutions will save you money on energy costs without sacrificing comfort. Learn more by watching our new video series!

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100% Clean Cars for Oregon!

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Oregon’s Environmental Quality Commission voted to pass the Advanced Clean Cars II Rule that will help us in our transition to 100% zero-emission vehicles! Here's what to expect.

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Clean Cars: the West Coast can breathe easier

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

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Portland says goodbye to petroleum diesel!

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Did you hear the news? Last week, the City of Portland became the first city in the U.S. to phase out the sale of petroleum diesel by 2030.

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The wheels on the electric school bus go ‘round, across the country

by Jonathan Lee on

In this week's Climate Cast: Electric school buses across the country, air quality woes, upcoming elections, rising methane pollution, and holding NW Natural accountable.

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A major effort and momentum for all-electric homes in WA

by Joëlle Robinson on

An incredible showing, representing the fabric and diversity of our climate community, raising the volume for clean and healthy homes

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Sign us up for renewable power

by Jonathan Lawson on

In this week's ClimateCast: the urgent need for clean energy infrstructure, resiliency and hard choices, West Coast climate leadership and more.

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🎬 Not so "natural" gas?

The fossil fuel industry promotes methane — commonly referred to as "natural gas" — as a safe and healthy source of energy. However, using methane has major negative health and environmental consequences.
Read More

Zero Emissions

100% Clean Cars for Oregon!

Oregon’s Environmental Quality Commission voted to pass the Advanced Clean Cars II Rule that will help us in our transition to 100% zero-emission vehicles! Here's what to expect.
Read More