Latest News

Top oil firms call for carbon price as Bonn talks begin

by Seth Zuckerman on

Kodiak utility goes 99.7 percent renewable, big rigs get a fuel economy makeover, EPA eases biofuels requirements, and more stories of the week in clean energy solutions.

The right policy for Oregon at the right time

by Kristen Sheeran on

An exciting bill making its ways through the legislature would hold major polluters accountable for their contributions to global warming, require Oregon to achieve its legislatively adopted climate goals, and level the playing field for clean energy development in our state. 

States, provinces join in subnational climate pact

by Seth Zuckerman on

Coal spirals downward, U.S. wind potential greater than previously thought, Saudis plan shift from oil to solar, and more news of the week in clean energy solutions. 

Defend Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program

by Kristen Sheeran on

Just weeks after the Legislature passed Oregon’s only significant bill addressing global warming since 2009, they’re considering rolling it back.

We have met the wrong enemy

by KC Golden on

Let’s forgive ourselves for being part of the only system there is. But let’s change the damned system so we can do what we know is right, necessary, and possible: make the transition from fossil fuels to a clean energy economy. 

Say no to public funding for coal export

by Jasmine Zimmer-Stucky on

Last month Washington State climate activists spoke out to stop an $85 million coal export project that would be funded with tax dollars. But now, lawmakers are being pressured to take our victory away.

Big rigs leading the way on low-carbon transport

by Marlyn Twitchell on

When you think of low carbon vehicles, are you more likely to envision a sporty Tesla than a delivery truck? If so, it may surprise you to know that the big rigs on the road—government and commercial fleets of trucks, buses, and even tractor trailers—are leading the charge toward clean, low carbon transportation.

Redmond, WA gets its clean energy house in order

by Elizabeth Willmott on

Redmond, WA is walking its clean energy talk, allocating $820,000 to reduce the city's energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Canada vows 30% carbon cut, pipelines hit resistance

by Seth Zuckerman on

$1 billion can’t buy love for an LNG terminal, biomimicry improves PV design, climate cinema on screens large and small, and more stories of the week in clean energy solutions.

Join the fight for an oil-free future

by Ben Serrurier on

With a Clean Fuel Standard, we can power our vehicles with clean, affordable fuels, produced in Washington, without fouling the air or harming our health.

Give for a brighter future

Connect

Join our email list to learn about what we do and how to get involved. 

Upcoming Events

Climatecast

“The clock is no longer just ticking, it is banging”

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