Mexico, Norway pledge cuts in run-up to Paris talks
U.S. coal sector in ‘structural decline,’ sea level rise could pop $1.4 trillion real estate bubble, UK climate emissions drop 8 percent, and more stories of the week in clean energy solutions.
Oregon’s Climate Protection Program protects our health, cuts pollution from the state’s largest emitters, and helps shield families from rising energy costs. Big oil and gas are once again suing in court to avoid accountability. We’re committed to defending this program and ensuring a safe, healthy, affordable Oregon for today and future generations.
Greenhouse emissions
Art and Science: Carbon-Cutting in Shoreline, WA
On-the-ground urban carbon reduction strategies are essential with or without carbon pricing, as they are the bricks-and-mortar pathways to a low-carbon future.
For better growth, let's ensure a better climate
The signs are here: we can grow our economy, innovate, and reduce climate risks.
Soil carbon, home on the range
Turning organic materials into compost and applying it to rangelands on a larger scale could store a lot of carbon, repurpose organic waste, improve the health of rangelands, increase climate resilience, and help farmers’ bottom lines.
Oregon's largest tech firms join call for climate action
More than 200 companies so far have joined the Oregon Business Climate Declaration's call for state action on climate, Signers so far include Intel, eBay, Symantec, Nike and Adidas.
Oregon Rejects Critical Permit for Morrow Pacific Coal Export Proposal
A landmark climate victory: Oregon DSL's decision deals a heavy blow to coal export proposals in the Northwest.
This is What Climate Leadership Looks Like
It's worth celebrating that county and city leaders in the Northwest are up to the task of climate leadership.
The Electric Vehicle Imperative for Cities
When smart policy meets public demand, EV programs can help cities drive quietly into a low-carbon future.
Clean Water or Dirty Coal? Help Oregon decide
Tell Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality to protect the Columbia River from dirty coal!
Who saves with solar, and who pays?
Economic risks of climate change, severe drought and forests on fire, Fortune 500 companies embracing renewable energy, electric vehicles and utilities; and much more.
Waste becomes energy: Junction City closes the carbon loop
Food waste in landfills creates methane as it decomposes – a potent greenhouse gas. An innovative program in Junction City, OR transforms this waste into clean, renewable energy.
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