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Why the Northwest’s oil dependence keeps fuel prices high

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.

This fall, the Northwest won big on climate action

Despite a bleak outlook for climate action nationally, the people of the Pacific Northwest showed up in a big way this November, demonstrating that when communities get organized and work together for a healthier future, we can accomplish remarkable victories.

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What's A.I. got to do with climate?

Geothermal is (literally) heating up, A.I. soaring energy use, and shifting terroir in your glass

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Busting the myths: clean energy does work in the cold

We have examples from across the country and worldwide that ought to close the confidence gap once and for all: yes, clean energy technologies work during cold weather.

Support brighter tomorrows this #GivingTuesday

Our clean energy future is within reach. But there's serious work ahead, and we cannot do it alone. Are you with us?

The future of GOP climate action, ESG, and big clean trucks

Climate issues made a surprise appearance during the recent GOP Presidential debate. Let's see how the candidates responded.

WE LIKE BIG CLEAN TRUCKS AND WE CANNOT LIE

Calling all fleet managers, sustainability directors, and C-suite executives of companies with fleets: Don't miss the 12th Annual Green Transportation Summit and Expo.

Green Transportation Summit & Expo (GTSE)

The Green Transportation Summit & Expo is happening this August 22 – 24th, 2023, organized and hosted by the Columbia-Willamette Clean Cities Coalition.

Climate Solutions' exclusive 20% discount gets you front and center to powerful information and engaging networking opportunities around clean transportation.

Use discount code "CLIMATESOLU-30" at checkout!

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A new fire season is here; will legislators get it together?

In this week's ClimateCast: Debt ceiling raised with climate consequences, Oregon legislation crippled due to GOP walkouts, insurers batten down the hatches against climate impacts.

🎬 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.