Climate and energy

The science (or lack) of Rob Cornilles
Andy Maggi | 01.20.12 2:34 pm

A few weeks ago, in response to a question about climate change, Rob Cornilles said, "I'm running for congress, not scientist." While this might be true, it is not an excuse to ignore science.

Elected officials take countless votes over the course of their careers. Often votes involve issues where they may have little or no expertise. In this instance Rob could have easily said, “I am not running for economist or farmer.”

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In this Special Election the difference is clear
Doug Moore | 01.13.12 5:29 pm

I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect from the Special Election in Oregon’s First Congressional District. As someone moving across the country to start a new job, I wasn’t familiar with the candidates and I was only just learning about the communities in the 1st District.

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Kudos to local legend and OLCV Clackamas County Leader Jerry Herrmann
Tresa | 10.18.11 1:34 pm

If you don't know Jerry Herrmann you should.

Jerry HermmannJerry is a dedicated Clackamas County Steering Committee member who works hard to protect Oregon's natural legacy by electing pro-environment leaders. He's also been featured on Good Morning America for his famous feasts of traditionally prepared Native American Salmon Bakes. 

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Al Gore & the Climate Reality Project plan September 14th "24 Hours of Reality"
Ben DuPree | 09.12.11 9:36 am

"Climate change is not your fault. The climate crisis is our problem, and real solutions can come when we address it together." - Al Gore.

On Wednesday, Al Gore will spearhead a 24 hour effort to cut through rhetoric and distortion to get back to the reality on the problem of global climate change.

Here's his video from the Climate Reality Project launching this effort: 

 

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Rick Perry does not equal Galileo
Ben DuPree | 09.08.11 1:40 pm

See those two men in the picture? The one on the left is Galileo Galilei, a scientist and philosopher who lived in Italty during the 16th and 17th centuries. The other is Rick Perry, present-day Governor of Texas and Republican Presidential hopeful. 

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A YES Vote for Portland Schools is a Vote for a Cleaner Environment
Jon Isaacs | 05.02.11 3:00 pm

With ballots arriving this past weekend I want to encourage all OLCV members and Portland residents who care about the environment to vote YES for Portland Schools. I especially encourage you to vote yes on 26-121, the new school facilities bond measure.

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Gov. Kitzhaber on OLCV: "Oregon is a better, healthier and more sustainable place due to your efforts"
Ben DuPree | 04.26.11 10:52 am

At our 14th Annual Celebration for the Environment, Governor John Kitzhaber offered stirring remarks about the importance of the OLCV and our work on myriad conservation issues. And he affirmed his commitment to work with us to protect Oregon's great natural legacy for future generations. 

Here's just a small sample of his remarks:

Since I was last in office, you have had a truly productive eight years – organizing, educating, and sometimes scratching and clawing to protect Oregon’s land, air and water for future generations. 

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VIDEO: Jobs and the environment
Ben DuPree | 04.19.11 9:56 am

At this year's OLCV Annual Celebration dinner, we debuted a video featuring several Oregon business leaders, conservationists, and elected officials as they look back at the 2010 Gulf Coast oil spill. They go on to talk about the critical work that OLCV does to protect Oregon's environment and create jobs at the same time.

Click below to watch the video:

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Energy efficiency: Easy home improvements take little time and make a big difference
Tresa | 03.28.11 10:19 pm

I never expected to blog about insulation, water heaters or energy efficient furnaces. But expectations shift according to experience. And I had an experience that I would like to share. 

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Grrr...
Tresa | 03.17.11 11:52 am

When I found out earlier this year that I'd be taking over the lead organizing position in Clackamas and Washington counties it was with mixed emotions. I'd made a lot of friends in Marion and Lincoln counties, where I had been focused. But there was one welcomed change that stood above the others: the proximity to home.

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