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OEC v. IRS Update: Oregon-Led Coalition Backs our Challenge to Trump’s Attacks on Wind and Solar
When we filed a federal lawsuit against the IRS in December, we knew we weren’t alone in the fight for clean, affordable energy. And now, states across the country voiced their support, with Oregon leading the way.
On February 20, Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield led a coalition of 16 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of our federal lawsuit against Trump’s attacks on wind and solar. Oregon is the lead state in the filing, joined by the attorneys general of Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, D.C., Delaware, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, New Jersey, Rhode Island, ...
Breaking: We’re Suing Over Trump’s Attacks on Wind and Solar
We have some big news to share. Today, we filed suit against the IRS. The lawsuit is centered on the Trump administration’s unlawful treatment of tax credits for solar and wind energy projects. OEC is the lead plaintiff in the case, with our partners at the NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council) and a broad coalition of clean energy, tribal, and local government partners across the country supporting alongside us. It's not every day that OEC shows up in court – but with Trump's ongoing attacks on renewable energy that harm our climate and ratepayers across the country, it was a clear choice.
Read the full press release below. To stay up to ...
5 Things to Love About Oregon’s Solar Future
We know that the Clean Electricity and Coal Transition Bill is great news for Oregon. It’s a historic measure that transitions our state’s electricity grid off of coal-fired power, replacing that power with clean, renewable energy. The bill has placed a major spotlight on Oregon, highlighting just how meaningful climate progress can be achieved. Our state may be small in size, but as the first state to ever take legislative action to go coal-free, we’ve proven just how mighty Oregon can be.
What you may not know about the Coal Transition Bill is that it contains several hidden gems working in tandem to put Oregon on a path toward having one ...
Renewable energy and energy efficiency have an unexpected ally in Oregon
These days you've probably noticed a lot more solar panels around Oregon. From the roof of the state Capitol building to roofs around your neighborhood, people have been implementing innovative ways to boost their energy efficiency.
Public utilities and nonprofits are leading the charge in bringing affordable options to people and businesses around the state. But Oregonians are also finding an unexpected ally in the movement for efficiency: the bank.
At Umpqua Bank – the Oregon-based community bank — known for its friendly staff and stores that serve as community hubs and gathering places — team members have been partnering with ...