Boundaries of potential Oregon Wind Energy Areas published
Oregon could benefit from new source of clean energy to reduce climate pollution and reduce fossil fuel dependency
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Boundaries of potential Oregon Wind Energy Areas published
Oregon could benefit from new source of clean energy to reduce climate pollution and reduce fossil fuel dependency
Advocates reach settlement with Avista to phase out fossil fuel subsidies, expand low-income efficiency programs
[PRESS RELEASE] A historic settlement in a contested rate case between Oregon’s second-largest gas utility and intervening organizations will require Avista to phase out fossil fuel subsidies, dramatically expand low-income weatherization programs and restrict political spending by the gas company that undermines state climate law.
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Advocates urge Oregon regulators to reject NW Natural’s risky investment plan
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