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Oregon legislature passes bipartisan bill to eliminate bags made of plastic film at checkout
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STATEMENT: House votes to take away clean energy tax credits
Bill also scraps energy efficiency, home weatherization, electric vehicle incentives
RELEASE: New survey finds broad support for new wildlife crossings
In a new survey released Thursday by Environment America Research & Policy Center, respondents showed overwhelming support for building more wildlife crossings across the country.
STATEMENT: EPA to limit discharges of PFAS
he U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Monday that it will take several actions to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
STATEMENT: Oregon Senate Passes Plastics Reduction Bill
SB 551 "Beyond the Bag Ban" Reduces Three Types of Single-use Plastic at the Source
STATEMENT: New bills in Congress would help Americans know when waters are safe for swimming
New bipartisan bills in Congress would help the public know when the water is safe for swimming at their favorite beach.
STATEMENT: Biden issues executive order to fast-track data centers for AI
Advocates urge incoming administration to maintain environmental, consumer protections
STATEMENT: West Coast whale entanglements reach a 6-year high
NOAA statistics show need to protect whales; ropeless gear a prudent solution
STATEMENT: Biden admin drafting a rushed, flawed plan to fast track data centers and power plants for AI
Environmental and consumer advocates express concerns about environmental harm and costs to consumers in “blind sprint” for AI dominance
STATEMENT: Procter & Gamble commits to clarifying wood pulp sourcing policies
Canada’s boreal forest includes some of the most majestic woodlands in the world -- and some of the most endangered as well because of excessive logging.
RELEASE: In new year, new laws will reduce waste and toxics in Oregon
On January 1st, 2025, several policies go into effect in Oregon that will protect public health, reduce waste, improve recycling and keep electronic devices in use for longer.