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Blue wave clears a path for stronger clean energy policy

by Jonathan Lawson on

Last week’s dramatic election results herald a major shift in US politics, at the federal level and in many states and local communities. Climate and clean energy advocates now have the opportunity to follow through to deliver real results that better people’s lives.

Funding local climate work in King County

by Deepa Sivarajan on

It’s budget season for local governments in Washington! Local governments have a key role to play in making climate policy gains and clean energy benefits tangible in people’s lives.

The Northwest needs a SMART standard for data centers

by Meredith Connolly on

As data centers consume a growing share of Oregon and Washington's electricity, policymakers must ensure they strengthen the grid, support climate goals, and pay their fair share.

Submit public comment on Oregon data centers

by Ally Harris on

Right now, Oregonians have a rare opportunity to weigh in on one of the state's biggest energy issues. As data centers drive unprecedented growth in energy demand, Oregon leaders are deciding how to meet it while keeping electricity affordable and staying on track to meet our climate goals. Send your public comments to help shape data center regulation through Oct. 24.

New study: Oregon gas rates could rise sixfold without a plan for the energy transition

by Juan M. Muñoz Jiménez on

PRESS RELEASE: Analysis finds specific, coordinated transition to electrification could save Oregon $1.8 billion while protecting families most at risk of rising costs

Follow the disappearing climate money

by Deepa Sivarajan on

Climate funds are being cut at all levels of government – even in the Pacific Northwest.

These utility bills are too high - let's talk line extension allowances

by Claire Prihoda on

Some good news: Cascade Natural Gas has just agreed to phase out line extension allowances for Oregon residential customers. You might be asking what line extension allowances are. And why should I care? The short version is, we removed one more unfair charge from your bill.

Oregon's Climate Protection Program moves one step closer to delivering community investments

by Nora Apter on

The selection of a Community Climate Investment administrator marks another step in implementing Oregon’s Climate Protection Program.

A Hybrid in your kitchen—and no fancy pans required

by Kimberly Larson on

How one savvy home cook is making the transition from gas to electric cooking gradually and affordably. The health and efficiency benefits are on fire

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Blue wave clears a path for stronger clean energy policy

Last week’s dramatic election results herald a major shift in US politics, at the federal level and in many states and local communities. Climate and clean energy advocates now have the opportunity to follow through to deliver real results that better people’s lives.