Oregon Joins Global March for Climate Action
As world leaders gather in New York City for the UN Climate Summit later this month, tens of thousands of people will gather in cities across Orego
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Climate Solutions 6th Annual Dinner
Join us in Portland Nov. 20! Nike's Chief Sustainability Officer Hannah Jones keynotes this not-to-miss event for clean energy leaders, environmental advocates, elected officials, and you.
Coal exports take a hit, solar microgrid rising
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
A landmark climate victory: Oregon DSL's decision deals a heavy blow to coal export proposals in the Northwest.
The Electric Vehicle Imperative for Cities
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
Tell Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality to protect the Columbia River from dirty coal!
No more postponements: Just say no to Oregon coal export
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.
Take it to the limit
Yesterday, Kristin Eberhard of betterquest.org and Sightline published “There’s Plenty of Room at Hotel California” – a fantastic how-to for Oregon and Washington decision-makers looking to link with other states on pricing and limiting climate pollution. It’s a great read, and rather than challenge the cloying Eagles reference in the title, I decided to extend the trend.
Oregon Best Fest
Now in its 6th year, Oregon BEST FEST convenes university researchers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and others to envision, build, and accelerate solutions to environmental challenges that deliver prosperity in all corners of Oregon.
Oregon businesses declare: climate progress is our priority
Over 70 businesses have signed onto the Oregon Business Climate Declaration.