Video: Oregon’s Beach Bill Celebrated

“The waters and the earth, they take care of us, and it’s our responsibility to humble ourselves and take care of them again and again and again.” Wocus Gibbons, age 17, Klamath and Chinook Pacific Northwest tribal youth, Chairman Gentry from The Klamath Tribes, and

  At a hearing before the Oregon state Senate Environment and Natural Resources committee in 2017, Dr. Perry Hystad, Epidemiologist, OSU, describes the emerging science that suggests a link between dementia and people who live near major sources of diesel pollution.

Have you seen the article and video posted at the Oregonian? It’s a terrifying video, one of over 200 that have been recorded showing workers being completely doused in chemicals. “Nothing is more worrisome than the number of times the helicopter sprays over workers. Depending on the chemicals used, workers aren’t

Click below to play the video. Please share! In Oregon, we’re proving ideas that are good

by Meagan Golec, Major Gifts Officer When I was hired at OEC three years ago, I had a lot of nonprofit experience but had never worked in the environmental sphere. I came equipped with a deep love and appreciation for wild spaces, and a strong belief that we need a healthy environment to thrive. I knew that Oregon was considered an

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 critical. This marks the most significant climate action taken in the wake of the federal election.  Now, Oregon’s most influential climate policy is back on the bo

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’s future depends on a clean, resilient power grid – one that meets increasing demand, supports thriving local economies and fosters resilient communities. This vision for a clean-energy future is within reach. There are countless allies across Oregon – in environmental circles, community justice, academia, government and business – who share this vision for our future. Almost one year ago to the day, OEC brought these partners together to form the Oregon Clean Grid

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!  QUICK LINKS TO TAKE ACTION: -> Send this Letter to DEQ to Restore the C