Oregon is a clean energy leader, thanks in large part to the passage of the 2007 renewable energy law (RPS). Of course, leaders attract opponents and ever since the passage of the bipartisan bill special interests have been working to repeal our clean energy law. We’ve successfully implemented and defended our renewable energy law. Now we have an opportunity to take the next step and help transition our electric utilities off of coal power to clean energy resources.
RPS Progress
Oregon’s clean energy laws are working. The Renewable Energy Standard (RPS) promotes the development of clean technology by requiring the biggest utilities to generate 25% of their power from renewable sources.
Coal, Carbon & Greed
Attacks against our state renewable energy laws have been constant, fueled by those whose economic interests are tied to carbon-based fossil fuels.
Take Action
Thank you to the 100 plus organizations, businesses and community leaders who joined together to stop the ballot measure attack against Oregon’s clean energy law. The fight isn’t over. Learn more about how you can help.
Oregon businesses declare: climate progress is our priority
Guest post from Carrie Hearne, Oregon Business Partnerships Manager for Climate Solutions. Last week was a major win for the clean energy economy, with more than seventy businesses signing onto the Oregon Business Climate Declaration, and former U.S. Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson to Portland’s City Club to speak on climate. Companies from across Oregon’s economy – including major… Read more »
