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A modern energy system for a changing climate

by Cameron Yourkowski on

It's time for Northwest utilities to improve coordination of our region’s flexible generation through an Energy Imbalance Market (EIM). Working together, we can save ratepayer money, integrate more clean energy and help fight climate change.

Coal exports take a hit, solar microgrid rising

by Seth Zuckerman on

Vermont breaks ground on a solar-powered microgrid, Oregon rejects Ambre Energy's coal export plan, acidic ocean waters get attention coast to coast, and more stories of the week in clean energy solutions.

Oregon Rejects Critical Permit for Morrow Pacific Coal Export Proposal

by Power Past Coal on

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

by Eileen V. Quigley on

It's worth celebrating that county and city leaders in the Northwest are up to the task of climate leadership.

Don't step on that ant!

by Eileen V. Quigley on

The carbon-storage skills of ants and the biofuel potential of tobacco; energy efficiency financing surges, and Beijing bans coal. All that and more in this week's ClimateCast.

The Electric Vehicle Imperative for Cities

by Elizabeth Willmott on

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

by Joëlle Robinson on

Tell Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality to protect the Columbia River from dirty coal!

Who saves with solar, and who pays?

by Eileen V. Quigley on

Economic risks of climate change, severe drought and forests on fire, Fortune 500 companies embracing renewable energy, electric vehicles and utilities; and much more.

No more postponements: Just say no to Oregon coal export

by Joëlle Robinson on

Another decision point is coming on the proposed Morrow Pacific rail-to-barge coal export project on the Columbia River. We need to remind Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber that we the people oppose expanding coal export in the Northwest.

Waste becomes energy: Junction City closes the carbon loop

by Jenna Garmon on

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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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