The biggest investment—ever—in clean energy coming to WA communities
Our last blog of the CCA series where we dig into the “invest” side of the cap-and-invest equation.
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Building the grid we need to power our future starts with smart planning. Transmission planning is the process of identifying actions to improve and modernize the grid, including Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs), co-located transmission lines (in existing rights-of-way, such as highways), and, when necessary, new transmission lines. This ensures that energy can be reliably and affordably delivered to homes and businesses. Planning is foundational to building a cleaner, more affordable, and more resilient energy system. Because Oregon’s grid is deeply interconnected with neighboring states,…
Climate policy
Landmark climate leadership: WA invests in environmental justice
In this post, we’ll highlight some groundbreaking pieces unique to Washington’s law: environmental justice provisions that prioritize air pollution reductions in overburdened communities, ongoing oversight by an Environmental Justice Council, and significant investments in communities most impacted by poor air quality, economic barriers, and climate impacts.
Landmark climate leadership and investment: the Climate Commitment Act in WA
A new blog series spotlighting the Climate Commitment Act in WA. This edition is Part 1: a primer on WA’s new cap-and-invest program.
🎬 Cutting climate pollution from buildings
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!
Portland says goodbye to petroleum diesel!
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.
Clean Fuel Standard coming to Washington State
Washington finalizes Clean Fuel Standard to reduce climate pollution, protect health, and benefit local economy with implementation beginning Jan 1, 2023
Oregon's Green Wave
As the final results of this November’s midterm election roll in, one thing is clear: climate action was on the ballot in Oregon, and voters made it clear that they want more!
The wheels on the electric school bus go ‘round, across the country
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.
A major effort and momentum for all-electric homes in WA
An incredible showing, representing the fabric and diversity of our climate community, raising the volume for clean and healthy homes
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In this week's ClimateCast: the urgent need for clean energy infrstructure, resiliency and hard choices, West Coast climate leadership and more.
BREAKING: More clean fuels means cleaner climate and air for Oregon!
Did you hear the news? Oregon now has the strongest clean fuel standard in the country.
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