Climate Protection News

  • Text says: What is "Ways and Means" Anyways? and includes a graphic with Oregon's state seal and stack of dollar bills.
    March 19, 2025

    What is “Ways and Means,” Anyway?

    Making laws is complicated – and that can be a good thing. Good public policy – which OEC has championed from the beginning – requires thinking through how a program will be carried out as well as what resources will be needed to ...more
  • Illustrated image of a kitchen featuring an induction stovetop and wall mounted heat pump. Graphics include table/chairs kitchen sink, fridge and include a visual burst to callout the electric devices that are helping the home be more energy efficient.
    March 3, 2025

    A Climate Solution You Can Live In: Q&A on Building Resilience

    Sometimes big-impact solutions to the climate crisis can feel beyond our control – other times they’re right within reach, like upgrading our homes and buildings. This Q&A with Brad Reed, Director of Building Resilience, highli...more
  • January 21, 2025

    Move Oregon Forward: A Coalition and Vision for Our Transportation Future

    There’s a big problem happening in our transportation system today, and it’s been decades in the making. The Oregon Department of Transportation is facing a $1.8 billion deficit. If this is not met, ODOT staff have said they will ...more
  • image of high voltage transmission lines in front of a pretty blue sky and fluffy clouds.
    January 17, 2025

    The Clean Grid Explained: Key Terms for Understanding How Electricity Moves in Oregon

    Clean energy is the backbone for reaching our climate goals and helping to cut climate pollution in buildings, transportation, and industry. In the upcoming 2025 legislative session, OEC will collaborate with partners to keep moving ...more
  • 2024 winter newsletter
    January 2, 2025

    2024 Winter Newsletter

    Download OEC's 2024 Winter Newsletter, or scroll to read about the highlights of our year. more
  • Modern, graphic illustration showing snow capped mountains in blue tones on the left that transitions to a coastal beach scene with a haystack rock in orange and green hues to the right. Large text says "Big Oregon Climate Win!"
    November 21, 2024

    Oregon's Climate Protection Program is Restored!

    Oregon just scored a major environmental victory! In a unanimous vote, the Environmental Quality Commission (ECQ) adopted the newly revised Climate Protection Program, reinstating the landmark policy at a time when climate action is ...more
  • Climate Protection Program - New CPP Rules Coming Soon
    October 22, 2024

    OEC and Allies Push Back Against Fossil Fuel Industry in Climate Battle

    As we eagerly await the release of the final rules for Oregon’s Climate Protection Program (CPP), OEC and our partners in the Coalition for Climate and Economic Justice extend a sincere “Thank YOU” to everyone who took the time to ...more
  • Attendees at the 2024 Clean Grid Summit participate in breakout table top conversations abut the future of clean energy infrastructure in Oregon. The words "1st Annual Oregon Clean Grid Summit" across the top of the photo
    September 30, 2024

    Oregon Clean Grid Summit: Q&A With Attendees

    Last month, OEC, Renewable Northwest, and our partners in the Oregon Clean Grid Collaborative (OCGC) joined in person with a diverse group of clean energy stakeholders from across Oregon for the first annual Oregon Clean Grid Summit. The ...more
  • Modern, graphic illustration showing snow capped mountains in blue tones on the left that transitions to a coastal beach scene with a haystack rock in orange and green hues to the right.
    August 7, 2024

    Help Restore Oregon's Climate Protection Program

    The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) just released draft rules to restore Oregon’s cornerstone Climate Protection Program (CPP), kicking off a short public comment period. Help us restore the CPP and hold polluters accountable...more
  • oregon mountain cloaked in clouds with pink hue from sunset
    July 31, 2024

    Oregon's Climate Protection Program (CPP) Is Under Attack

    Click here for the latest news on the CPP. Editor's note: This article was updated on 7/31/2024 to reflect actions by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. Oil and Gas Lawsuit Halts the Climate Protection Program In December ...more
  • Hot sunny sky with a few clouds tinted orange-yellow by the sun.
    July 12, 2024

    Adapting to Heat: A Texan's Guide for Oregonians

    In Texas, our summers were always hot. But not this hot. It was 81° the day I left Austin for Portland in late February of this year – what would have been a normal summer day, but in the midst of winter. Just a few months later, ...more
  • April 8, 2024

    Building Climate Resilience with Better Buildings

    Gazing at the downtown skyline of Portland? Rushing through PDX to catch a flight? Lost in the Silicon Forest? You probably aren’t thinking about how to reduce climate emissions. But Oregon’s large office, high-tech and public buildi...more
  • oregon capitol in salem on a spring day with the sun out surrounded by cherry blossom trees
    March 18, 2024

    2024 Legislative Wrap-Up: 5 Key Environmental Wins

    The doors are now closed on this year’s “short,” 35-day legislative session in Oregon. Traditionally, the short session is used to re-balance the budget, tweak existing statutes and wrap-up unfinished business from the long session. ...more
  • close up of solar panels with purple flowers in the foreground
    February 16, 2024

    It's Time for Oregon to Lead in Clean Tech with HB 4112!

    Right now, Oregon has an opportunity to invest in our state’s clean energy future and drive economic prosperity through the Clean Technology Leadership bill (HB 4112).more
  • January 28, 2024

    2024 Legislative Session

    OEC’s legislative advocacy in the 2024 short session will take key bills over the finish line, secure essential funding for environmental programs, and deliver on our promise to stay vigilant for the health of Oregon’s environment and ...more
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