Despite the best efforts of the Trump administration to revive coal and halt clean energy expansion, we're seeing bright spots all across the country.

When we make clean investments, we get local jobs, lower costs, and real benefits.
📍 Montana
https://www.ypradio.org/regional-news/2025-09-11/new-montana-wind-farm-signals-energy-transition-economic-opportunity

"The president ordered a stop to permits for all wind farms on federal lands and waters. A judge called that 'capricious.'"

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/08/climate/trump-offshore-wind-federal-judge.html

Help flood-ravaged communities in WA return to safety and security after last week's devastating flooding. Here's info for Whatcom County: https://www.whatcomstrong.com
and Skagit County: https://www.skagitcf.org/disaster-relief.html

Communities in western Washington are picking up the pieces after days of extreme rain caused widespread flooding, evacuations and damage to homes and businesses... and more rain is on the way. Here's how you can help by donating to flood relief fundraisers. https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/washington-pacific-northwest-flood-relief?fbclid=IwdGRjcAOtIbVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeWYKcJGan9M48TdYiIMyQmcJtCIGmEcCZmNX1QoFlU5ztL-5LsCGiBTjc73M_aem_oS27cC00_u9UagsrCHysVw#npo

Trump's quixotic campaign to destroy the wind industry took a hit in the courts last week. Development has been slowed way down by the administration's meddling. But where wind power is being built, local communities are reaping the benefits. It's in the latest#ClimateCast
https://www.climatesolutions.org/article/2025-12/wind-shifts

Extreme rainfall and flooding have hit Western WA this week, causing widespread evacuations and property damage. Flooding is a natural part of how rivers function, but climate change is making things worse, threatening communities along rivers and in floodplains. https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/how-western-washingtons-100-year-floods-are-changing/

Electric school buses not only provide healthy, clean-energy transportation to our kids, they can also make the power grid more resilient. Check out this project, funded by WA's Climate Commitment Act: https://komonews.com/news/local/pse-electric-school-buses-take-children-to-school-by-day-and-power-the-grid-by-night-olympia-school-district-snoqualmie-valley-school-district

The administration is doubling down on fossil-fuel dependence, and it's regular families who pay the cost-
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/dec/01/gas-energy-prices

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Do you or your friends know about the dangers of “natural” gas? With colder temps coming, we know higher utility bills may be on your mind, especially if you rely on gas.
We're partnering with Building Resilience to help spread the word about the dangers of methane, and how to protect your health.

Another very cool project funded by Washington's Climate Commitment Act: clean-running electric school buses in Olympia and Snoqualmie Valley school districts are now set up to feed energy back onto the local power grid during off hours. #resilience
https://www.pse.com/en/press-release/details/electric-buses-will-take-olympia-children-to-school-by-day-power-the-grid-by-night

Oregon now has a statewide, community-informed, and data-driven roadmap for reliable, clean, and affordable energy.
We were proud to be deeply engaged in this process, learn more about what it means from our Oregon Director, Nora-
https://www.climatesolutions.org/article/2025-11/oregons-new-energy-strategy-confirms-path-forward-clean-affordable-reliable

2025 has been a year to remind ourselves that the power is in our hands to connect, innovate, and practice hope. 🌎
Read on for some highlights of what our team has been up to this year in the 2025 Annual Report —
https://shorturl.at/fyoMy

This #GivingTuesday, help Climate Solutions power the work that moves us toward a thriving clean energy future—one rooted in justice, equity, and collective action. https://give.climatesolutions.org/give/676951/#!/donation/checkout

What inspires you to show up for the climate every day? Your support inspires lasting progress. https://give.climatesolutions.org/give/676951/#!/donation/checkout
“I'm glad to be part of a movement for a just and equitable future. I’m inspired by incredible organizers and community members.”—Joëlle Robinson, Climate Solutions
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This #GivingTuesday, uplift the people and communities who make climate justice possible with a donation today.

“What inspires me to do this work is love, and the resilience that reminds me that I am not alone in my love of the world”— Emily Pinckney, Climate Solutions https://give.climatesolutions.org/give/676951/#!/donation/checkout

A handy new dashboard details all the carbon-reduction projects across Washignton supported through the Climate Commitment Act. https://www.seattletimes.com/news/wa-releases-detailed-list-of-projects-funded-by-climate-commitment-act/

Give yourself a happy clean energy holiday: Oregonians have five weeks to take advantage of expiring federal home energy tax credits https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2025/11/24/oregonians-have-five-weeks-to-secure-expiring-federal-home-energy-tax-credits/

"We're not waiting for federal leadership; Oregon is leading the way," Nora Apter, our Oregon Director

Governor Kotek has signed an Executive Order that will accelerate our clean energy transition and bring down pollution
https://www.axios.com/local/portland/2025/11/19/kotek-clean-energy-order-oregon

“With federal leadership receding, it’s more important than ever for our state to lead boldly and act with urgency.

Oregon has the foundation; this report provides the roadmap to deliver affordable, reliable, 100% clean energy for every community.” /🧵