http://www.sightline.org A catalog of Sightline's research--including books, reports, and articles--on Oregon. daily 1 2006-02-22T23:37:51Z http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/ocean-acidification/northwest-ocean-acidification/2pager-online.pdf As humans emit excessive carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, our oceans become more acidic--causing harm to the basic organisms that make up the ocean's complex marine ecosystem. This backgrounder outlines the problem of ocean acidification in the context of the Pacific Northwest. It includes the impacts happening in the region now as well as steps we can take to fix the problem. No publisher erich_sightline_org landing page 2011-11-07T18:46:10Z File http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/ocean-acidification/northwest-ocean-acidification Every day, oceans do us a huge favor by absorbing about a third of the carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere by human activities. But as we burn more fossil fuels and clear forests, our oceans absorb more and become more acidic. The result is water that's potentially lethal to a large swath of creatures that play a huge role in aquatic ecosystems, the Northwest economy, and our dinner plates. No publisher erich_sightline_org landing page landing page research 2012-02-02T19:26:26Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/coal/coal-export-faq Answers to some common questions about economics, health, and pollution with regard to coal exports in the Northwest, including: why care about coal exports and are coal terminals good neighbors? No publisher erich_sightline_org landing page landing page research 2011-09-16T22:21:59Z Page http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/gasoline-use/peak-gas Gasoline consumption in Oregon and Washington increased slightly in 2010, and sales held steady in the first part of 2011. But minor year-to-year fluctuations mask a more important trend: despite steady increases in population, volatile gas prices, and both surges and lulls in the region's economy, gasoline use has remained essentially flat since 1999. No publisher erich_sightline_org landing page landing page research 2011-09-14T15:07:17Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/coal/coal-export Communities in Oregon and Washington are weighing the prospect of coal export facilities. Proponents of shipping American coal to Asia argue that coal will bring significant economic benefits to the region. In this research memo, we examine the risks of coal markets, review the history of coal exports on the West Coast, and evaluate the employment dimensions of coal terminals. No publisher erich_sightline_org landing page research 2011-09-06T23:17:20Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/gasoline-use/shifting-gears Despite a sputtering economy, Northwest drivers used more gasoline in 2009, reversing a decade-long trend of declining personal gas consumption. British Columbia saw a startling 10 percent increase in per-capita gasoline consumption. No publisher eric_t_hess_gmail_com landing page landing page research 2011-02-03T18:19:14Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/environment/northwest-wildlife-icons-still-at-risk According to Sightline's Cascadia Scorecard several of the region's wildlife icons are still at risk. Overall, gains for salmon, orcas, and wolves outweighed declines in caribou and sage-grouse, pushing the index to an all-time high. Still, more progress is needed. No publisher eric_t_hess_gmail_com landing page landing page research 2011-02-18T18:36:54Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/jobs/BETC.pdf Sightline's recommendations for improving Oregon's Business Energy Tax Credit include keeping BETC strong, extending the sunset of credits, and building in accountability. No publisher christinew_sightline_org landing page landing page research 2010-12-10T19:40:46Z File http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/climate-pricing/climate-policy-project What makes smart climate policy? How can we be sure it is fair, effective, and efficient? Read primers, fact sheets, and reports on how to do climate policy right. No publisher leigh_sightline_org co2 landing page research climate series climate change landing page walkable indicators homepage 2011-11-21T18:51:42Z Smart Folder http://www.sightline.org/press/sightline_news/vancouver-is-cascadia-s-greenest-city-who-is-second Monday, Seattle inaugurated a new, ultra-green mayor, which got me thinking comparatively. Which of the three largest Cascadian cities is the greenest? Not in plans and intentions and declarations but in facts? No publisher michelleh_sightline_org Portland Seattle Vancouver BC 2010-07-08T17:11:03Z Press Clip http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/climate-pricing/cap-and-trade-101 In Cap and Trade 101: A Climate Policy Primer, Sightline sorts out the details on what's emerging as the most popular and comprehensive policy solution to the enormous challenge of climate change. Sightline's primer also looks at current bills, such as the American Clean Energy and Security Act. No publisher christinew_sightline_org landing page research landing page homepage 2011-08-23T20:34:50Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/energy/gasoline-use/northwesterners-driving-less-using-less-gas Total gasoline consumption in the Northwest states fell by 180 million gallons between 2007 and 2008. Per-capita use followed a decade-long trend of decline. The Northwest states are outpacing the rest of the nation by nearly 10 percent. No publisher eric_t_hess_gmail_com gas prices landing page landing page research consumption 2011-02-03T18:22:56Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/jobs/economic-insecurity New census data shows one in six northwestern children live in poverty. Sightline's economic index reveals ordinary families have made virtually no progress in two decades. Oregon's families are especially feeling the pinch. No publisher eric_t_hess_gmail_com landing page research landing page income child poverty economy 2011-02-18T18:37:40Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/jobs/green-jobs-primer Green-collar jobs—jobs dedicated to saving energy, producing renewable energy, or reducing pollution—can speed progress on two deeply rooted problems at once: easing our dependence on climate-warming fossil fuels and fostering lasting, broadly shared economic prosperity. No publisher christinew_sightline_org landing page research landing page homepage 2011-08-23T20:43:30Z Report http://www.sightline.org/research/video/economic-recovery-video In the wake of the economic crisis and the historic election, Sightline's executive director talks about the unique opportunity facing Cascadia. One path to economic recovery? Green-collar jobs and efficient, effective climate policy that is fair to all. No publisher andrewb cap and trade landing page research climate change landing page Green-Collar Jobs homepage 2011-02-18T18:20:31Z Page