by Claire Prihoda on August 29, 2024

We just found out that NW Natural, the state’s largest methane gas utility, has begun blending hydrogen into the gas system and delivering it to Oregonians’ homes and businesses without any public outreach or oversight. Burning hydrogen with methane in buildings increases exposure to health harms and increases safety risks while offering negligible emissions reductions.

by Jonathan Lawson on August 22, 2024

What does Kamala Harris' candidacy mean for the future of American clean energy and climate action? Plus: checking in on the successes of the federal IRA and Washington State's Climate Commitment Act

by Joshua Basofin on August 20, 2024

The way grids are operated—including building out transmission infrastructure in the necessary geographies where energy is needed, controlling flows, and handling electricity sales—is a critical piece of our clean energy transition.

by Brett Morgan on August 15, 2024

There’s no way around it; we cannot meet our air quality and climate goals without retiring the existing fleet of diesel-powered medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Zero-emission electric trucks are available right now, and they can directly replace diesel vehicles to keep our economy moving.

by Juan M. Muñoz Jiménez on August 9, 2024

It’s time! It’s time for us to protect and strengthen Oregon’s landmark Climate Protection Program (CPP)! You can help by sharing your thoughts about the importance of protecting our state’s climate future, and the need for a strong CPP.

by Jonathan Lee on August 8, 2024

Urban heat islands are caused by too many buildings and not enough green space. Accordingly, a natural solution is to add greenery back into cities.

by Meredith Connolly on July 11, 2024

The Oregon Director will help drive our work to pass, implement, and defend cutting-edge policies at the state, local, regulatory, and utility levels, working in partnership with Climate Solutions staff and a broad set of community partners.

by Jonathan Lee on July 10, 2024

Amidst another extreme and record-breaking heat wave, affordable and energy-efficient cooling is essential for everyone. Electric heat pumps can make that happen.

by Juan M. Muñoz Jiménez on July 1, 2024

Do you want safer, more environmentally sustainable, financially stable, and well-maintained transportation choices for all Oregonians? Join the Move Oregon Forward transportation campaign briefing next week, on July 9.

by Claire Prihoda on June 28, 2024

Heat pumps are an essential piece of the puzzle for meeting our climate and affordable housing goals. They both reduce climate emissions and provide long-term energy affordability for users.