Climate Solutions
@climatesolutions
Accelerating clean energy solutions to the climate crisis. Nonprofit based in Seattle and Portland. Act now:
Five years after Oregon's 2021 heat dome took more than 100 lives, #ExtremeHeat remains a growing threat. Energy advocate Claire Prihoda spoke with KATU about why Oregon should keep investing in proven solutions that deliver #HeatPumps to renters and homeowners. Watch now!
Gas/electric hybrid cooktops. Is that really a thing? Here's how one home cook got creative in starting her household's shift to efficient, healthy induction cooking. www.climatesolutions...
Lower energy bills. More local, good-paying jobs. Cleaner air. Oregon’s Climate Protection Program delivers benefits for communities across #Oregon, but major polluters are challenging it in court. Read the Public News Service story to learn what’s at stake: app.publicnewsservic...
PNW #ClimateWeek is underway in Oregon, Washington, and BC, with a week-long schedule of events focused on clean technology, climate resilience, environmental protection, and the most important directions for climate action now. Details on panels, workshops and meetups at pnw.climate-week.org
Oregon schools are using electric buses, battery storage, and microgrids to lower energy costs, improve energy resilience, and support their communities. Read how districts are getting creative with #CleanEnergy solutions in @oregonian.com: www.oregonlive.com/e...
Honored to stand with @tinakotek.bsky.social celebrating Oregon's POWER Act, which creates protections to ensure #DataCenters pay their fair share. But there's still work to be done making sure households & businesses are protected from higher costs. Join us to learn more: www.climatesolutions...
Major media outlets show an uncertain committment to climate and clean energy journalism... and while the US is stuck in reverse on climate progress, Washington, California and Quebec accelerate a powerful collaboration to reduce pollution. It's in the latest #ClimateCast. www.climatesolutions...
Washington State is updating our energy codes, and we have the chance to lead the nation in climate-friendly buildings that support the most efficient, modern, and clean technologies. 🏢🌎 Add your name to our petition → climatesolutions.sec...
Climate Solutions is hiring a policy rock star to lead our transportation policy work in Washington State! Is that you or someone you know? www.climatesolutions...
Join our team! Climate Solutions is looking for a WA Transportation Policy expert who can lead our work on an equitable transition to a zero-emission transportation system. www.climatesolutions.org/employment/w...
"There was one part...when we were literally standing with an inferno under our feet." 🔥 Join us for part 2 of a conversation with James Ellis, wildland firefighter, as James speaks to facing fire & working "in the face of danger." 🔊 Read/listen to his story on our blog! www.climatesolutions...
The world's most beloved sporting event starts today (not talking about Knicks v Spurs)! North American host cities have the fever... but so does our climate—and some think this could be the last World Cup to be played under the summer sun. www.latimes.com/spor...
Our energy policy expert Joshua Basofin spoke about AI & climate at @gonzagauniversity.bsky.social, about how to meet growing data center energy demand while advancing #CleanEnergy goals. We’re grateful for the thoughtful discussion and engaged students driving the conversation!
Washington's Clean Fuel Standard is turning out to be the little engine that could! In 2024 alone, the CFS cut climate pollution by 3 million tons—that's the equivalent of taking about 10% of the state's gas-powered cars off the road for a whole year. www.climatesolutions.org/article/2026...
There’s nothing like being together. We're so grateful to have participated in Oregon Clean Grid Summit with allies pushing for an #EnergyGrid that works for all Oregonians. Huge shoutout to our very own Joshua Basofin for guiding a thoughtful panel on affordability & regional collaboration.
Breaking: Oregon sets new rules for data centers to pay their true energy costs, fund low-income efficiency, and connect only when clean power is available. “This is a historic, precedent-setting win that puts Oregon at the forefront,” said Nora Apter. Read more: www.kgw.com/article/news...
Thanks to the 650+ climate and clean energy advocates who joined us last night in Seattle! A standing ovation for Wawa Gatheru, our super-inspiring keynote speaker. We'll share recordings soon. It's great to be part of such a dedicated, energetic community rooted in resilience!
Strong roots. Strong future. This GiveBIG, we’re coming together around a theme we’ve been holding close: Roots of Resilience —the people, relationships, & shared commitment that keep our movement growing. Be part of what sustains real change, make your #GiveBIG gift today. www.wagives.org/orga...
#GiveBIG is less than one week away—and early giving starts now. Your gift today helps us build momentum for the days ahead. Let’s grow something meaningful together. 🌿 www.wagives.org/orga...
just a week left until Climate Solutions' Annual Dinner in Seattle, May 6. Are you registered yet/ Our keynote speaker is environmental justice leader Wawa Gatheru. Join us! climates.ejoinme.org...
"Everything that we do is for a cause and for a purpose." 🌲 Join us behind the scenes of wildfire management as James Ellis, wildland firefighter, speaks to his experiences doing winter thinning & planting to prevent fires in WA. 🔊 Read/listen to his story on our blog! www.climatesolutions...
Images from NASA's Artemis II mission www.nasa.gov/artemis-ii-m...
Big congrats to our very own Emily Pinckney and the Breaking Barriers Collaborative, for being honored by the Seattle Kraken as a HERO OF THE DEEP. One Roof Foundation donated $32k to continue these efforts and bring more clean transportation to Washington roads! #HerooftheDeep
How can we meet growing energy needs, expand our transmission system, and do so in a timely and cost-effective way? Join the NW Energy Coalition in Boise from May 7-8 for expert insights, collaboration, and solutions at the Northwest Transmission Summit: nwenergy.org/northwe... #CleanEnergy
Mitigating wildfire risk is a year-round occupation, including for incarcerated firefighters working with Washington's Dept. of Natural Resources. Read and listen as wildland firefighter James Ellis provides our latest story spotlight www.climatesolutions...
Our work often happens behind the scenes, so here’s the crew that navigates Oregon's transition to clean, safe energy for all. After a tough short session, lunch was the perfect time to welcome our new teammate Andrew and debrief. Now we're even more excited to advance #ClimateSolutions in Oregon.
What do a sprint, a time warp, a whirlwind, and a pressure cooker have in common? They are all frequently used metaphors for Washington’s quick 60-day legislative session. Our climate/clean energy-focused #WLeg summary for 2026 www.climatesolutions...
Register now for our May 6 Annual Dinner in Seattle, featuring keynote speaker Wawa Gatheru of Black Girl Environmentalist. Also on the program: board chair Emiko Atherton, Deputy Director Savitha Reddy Pathi, and our new board member, former Gov. Jay Inslee! climates.ejoinme.org/SeattleDinne...
Register now for our May 6 Annual Dinner in Seattle, featuring keynote speaker Wawa Gatheru of Black Girl Environmentalist. Also on the program: board chair Emiko Atherton, Deputy Director Savitha Reddy Pathi, and our new board member, former Gov. Jay Inslee! climates.ejoinme.org/SeattleDinne...
Time is running out, and WA lawmakers seem prepared to redirect Climate Commitment funds to unrelated needs, without a commitment to replace them. Tell WA legislators not to misuse our climate funds! climatesolutions.secure.nonprofitsoapbox.com/finalpushcca...