Climate Protection News
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April 12, 2024
Climate Protection Program Back in The Spotlight After Year Long Pause
Last December, the oil and gas industry and their allies delivered a devastating blow to climate justice in our state. The Oregon Court of Appeals invalidated Oregon’s landmark Climate Protection Program (CPP) based on a procedural ...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 -
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 -
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 -
January 22, 2024
Broad coalition backs Governor and DEQ’s commitment to rapidly restore cornerstone Climate Protection Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 22, 2024 MEDIA CONTACT: Nora Apter, Oregon Environmental Council noraa@oeconline.org | 971.275.6179 Broad coalition backs Governor and DEQ’s commitment to rapidly restore cornerstone Climate ...more -
April 26, 2023
Two Bills Aimed at Reducing Plastic Pollution Clear Final Legislative Hurdle, Head to Governor's Desk
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, April 26, 2023 SALEM, Ore.-- The Oregon state House passed two bills with bipartisan support on Tuesday to address the growing environmental and public health impacts of single-use plastics. Both bills ...more -
February 14, 2023
Climate Champion: Governor Brown’s Legacy and the Path Ahead
Governor Brown delivered historic climate policy protections. Now it’s up to Governor Kotek to build on this progress. more -
January 23, 2023
New Initiatives for Safe, Affordable, Climate-Friendly Homes and Buildings
The 2023 legislative session presents a vital opportunity to make progress in achieving our climate goals and protect families and communities from ever-worsening climate impacts. OEC is excited to support a “Building Resilience” ...more -
January 23, 2023
Climate Protection Win for Oregon Workers
Industry plaintiffs brought two claims against rules to protect workers in Oregon from the harmful and dangerous impacts of exposure to heat and smoke. Both suits were dismissed “with prejudice” which means they were dismissed perman...more -
December 20, 2022
REBuilding Task Force Delivers Recommendations
The buildings we use for homes, workplaces, and gathering spaces play a special role in the future of our changing climate. They can provide a safe place to escape extreme heat, storms, or wildfires caused by climate change. But when those ...more -
November 14, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act for Oregon
Only a few months ago, things were not looking good for federal climate action. The Supreme Court had just voted to strike down the Clean Power Plan. Senator Manchin of West Virginia had just announced he would not support a reconciliation ...more -
October 10, 2022
Your Voice. Your Vote. Your Planet
It’s that time of year again. Election season always seems to creep up quickly and navigating important deadlines, candidate debates, and ballot measure information can be tricky. But voting in Oregon is one of THE most important actions ...more -
October 5, 2022
Clean Cars Are the Future - It's Time to Update Oregon’s Standards
It is (past) time we break up with oil! Not only do the big changes in the price of gas affect our wallets, but burning fossil fuels is bad for the climate and our health. Oregon has the opportunity to be a leader in the transition to ...more -
September 23, 2022
Breathe Easier: Cleaner Fuels and Cleaner Air for Oregonians
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 23, 2022 MEDIA CONTACT: Joel Schoening, joels@oeconline.org (503) 349-3254 Breathe Easier: Cleaner Fuels and Cleaner Air for Oregonians State Adopts Nation’s Strongest Standards for Clean Fuels ...more