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For 50 years, we’ve brought Oregonians together to protect the water, air, and land we all share and love. #ItsYourOregon #ProtectWhatYouLove

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Joined March 2009
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Now, people living near highways and warehouses will be exposed to even more diesel pollution 😞 OEC remains committed to stricter emissions that will cut the largest drivers of fossil fuel pollution in our state. 2/2
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Instead, NW Natural is being sued (alongside other fossil fuel companies) for lying about the impact of greenhouse gas emissions on our climate... all while producing a substantial amount of the carbon pollution in Oregon 🏭 2/2
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Like mom always said: "You are what you plastic." 😕 Research continues to confirm that hazardous chemicals like PFAS are migrating from food packaging into our food, highlighting a need for more regulations. theguardian.com/us-news/2024…
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ICYMI: Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) unanimously voted to adopt updated rules for managing groundwater allocations 💧 Now, Oregon can ensure more sustainable groundwater use while protecting existing surface water rights and domestic well users. oeconline.org/new-groundwate…
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Drawing from past 📜 AND future 💻 technologies – architects and builders are using creative methods like 'living' exteriors, solar chimneys and light-deflecting fabrics to make buildings cooler and more energy efficient for the warming planet. theguardian.com/society/2024…
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📣 LAST WEEK to act for climate! The fossil fuel industry is trying to pollute our state 👎 but together we can save it 👍 Use our letter to tell state leaders to RESTORE Oregon’s Climate Protection Program! Deadline for comments is this week. orclimatejustice.org/submit-…
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Due to the historic hurricane pummeling East coast communities, the server to our website is down. To submit public comments, please use this link instead: oeconline.good.do/RestoreThe…
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📣 Act for climate THIS WEEK! Oregon's Climate Protection Program will ✅ cut pollution AND ✅ enable $150+ million in statewide funds – every year – to support ppl in our state most impacted by climate change. Use our letter. Tell DEQ to restore the CPP! orclimatejustice.org/submit-…
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Due to the historic hurricane pummeling East coast communities, the server to our website is down. To submit public comments, please use this link instead: oeconline.good.do/RestoreThe…
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We've made it easy to help RESTORE Oregon’s Climate Protection Program! ✨🌱 Submit comments to state leaders using our coalition letter ✨ Deadline is this week. Together we help Oregon cut pollution and hold the fossil fuel industry accountable. orclimatejustice.org/submit-…
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Due to the historic hurricane pummeling East coast communities, the server to our website is down. To submit public comments, please use this link instead: oeconline.good.do/RestoreThe…
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We're still pushing non-stop... tell state leaders it’s time to invest in our communities, NOT industry polluters! 👉 This is the LAST WEEK to help RESTORE the Climate Protection Program, and cut 90% of oil and gas industry pollution in our state 💚 orclimatejustice.org/submit-…
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Due to the historic hurricane pummeling East coast communities, the server to our website is down. To submit public comments, please use this link instead: oeconline.good.do/RestoreThe…
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⏰ TODAY IS THE LAST DAY! Use our coalition letter 👉 Tell state leaders to RESTORE Oregon’s Climate Protection Program. Together we can hold polluters accountable in Oregon and tackle climate change! 🤝 orclimatejustice.org/submit-…
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Due to the historic hurricane pummeling East coast communities, the server to our website is down. To submit public comments, please use this link instead: oeconline.good.do/RestoreThe…
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🍞 What is “Climate Blend” whole wheat?! A mix of wheat types developed to withstand intense weather from human-caused climate change. Scientists & researchers @WSUPullman Breadlab 🧑‍🍳 are working to make whole wheat bread resilient to a warming world. n.pr/3zp5grO
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🙌 Oregon now has a comprehensive, actionable roadmap to attract and expand clean energy technology manufacturers and jobs 🔋👷 Thanks to the leadership of @GovTinaKotek, @SenRonWyden, @SenJeffMerkley, and @RepBonamici! apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsr… 1/2
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OEC is proud to join these elected officials on Oregon's Clean Tech Task Force as a founding member! ✨ Our task force report underscores the magnitude of economic opportunity for Oregon in the global shift towards clean energy. 2/2
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"Success will require sustained commitment from state & local leadership. We need multi-year investments in long-term strategies, and to ensure that all residents currently w/o access to clean drinking water are provided w/safe effective solutions." #ORleg bit.ly/3Bab2xY
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