Research Topics
Sightline's research program focuses on two efforts: monitoring progress toward sustainability in the Northwest and identifying the most important solutions for the region to adopt.
Sightline's research program is aimed at getting the best information on trends and solutions critical to the Northwest's future to engaged citizens, community leaders, and the media. Current topics include climate policy for the Western Climate Initiative region; key transportation decisions in the Northwest, and our Cascadia Scorecard project. Sign up to receive updates on our research, maps, and other tools.
Blog Series: Economic Turnaround
The current economic meltdown is deeply concerning to families and businesses in the Northwest. But we can find hope in this crisis. Sightline’s new series looks at current economic events through the lens of viable and realistic solutions that help us live within our means: efficiency and conservation measures, investments in clean energy, smart climate policy, and green collar jobs.
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Sightline Video: Our Chance at a Clean, Green Economic Recovery
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. -
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Cap and Trade 101: A Climate Policy Primer
Sightline's primer sorts out the details on what's emerging as the most popular and comprehensive policy solution to the enormous challenge of climate change: cap and trade -
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Sightline Video: Your Way on the Highway
Traffic congestion is a fact of urban life. But what if you could have it on your terms? This video from Sightline might help you envision a commute that works for you. -
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Slowing Down: Vancouver, BC, and Smart Growth
Sightline analysis of new Census data finds decline in Vancouver's smart-growth record. -
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Braking News: Gas Consumption Goes Into Reverse
From 1999 to 2007, the Northwest states have cut back on per-person gasoline use by 11 percent, good news for the climate and our pocketbooks. Moreover, the Northwest is outpacing the nation in cutting back on gasoline.
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