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What's your vision for the Puget Sound region...in 2050?

by Leah Missik on

What will the cities of Western WA be like in 2050, when the region's population will likely exceed 5.8 million people? How can we pursue equity for all our communities while managing economic growth...and while dramatically reducing our region's carbon emissions? The Puget Sound Regional Council needs to hear from you!

Study: more renewable energy benefits public health

by Devon Downeysmith on

New solutions for a changing climate in the Pacific Northwest A new analysis of U.S.

Wind surpasses coal in Texas, plus the all-electric Ford F-150 stuns

by Devon Downeysmith on

Texas leads in wind energy, fracked gas in buildings next focus for carbon reduction, and the super exciting all-electric Ford F-150! 

Local governments are putting the ACTION in climate action

by Tom Crawford on

As part of a global movement to reduce climate-disrupting carbon emissions, local governments in Thurston County, Washington have started developing a regional plan in order to coordinate their work to protect our climate.

Shifting electric cars and buses into high gear

by Jonathan Lee on

Oregon's legislature just established an ambitious statewide timeline for adopting zero-emission cars, buses, and commercial vehicles.

Shifting electric cars and buses into high gear

by Jonathan Lee on

Oregon's legislature just established an ambitious statewide timeline for adopting zero-emission cars, buses, and commercial vehicles.

Up for a debate? Try a climate conversation instead

by Kimberly Larson on

Climate conversations matter. Here's why, and some how-tos.

The next generation of climate activists is rising in Oregon

by Madeline Goodwin on

Next-generation science curriculum standards are just one reason why Oregon young people are ready for—in fact are demanding—climate leadership. They're stepping up, and won't be stepping back. 

City in a climate jam? Make it easier for folks to bike.

by Leah Missik on

It's simple: comprehensive, connected and safe bike networks reduce climate pollution by making it easier for people to choose cycling.

Climate debates (?) and climate consequences

by Devon Downeysmith on

How our politicians talk (or don't) about climate... states building towards 100% clean... climate emergency: time to stop making it worse... and what really happened in Oregon?

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This fall, the Northwest won big on climate action

Despite a bleak outlook for climate action nationally, the people of the Pacific Northwest showed up in a big way this November, demonstrating that when communities get organized and work together for a healthier future, we can accomplish remarkable victories.