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King County Poised to Lock Out Fossil Fuels
Expected proposal would prohibit pipeline expansions and other new fossil fuel infrastructure.
How to Reduce Emissions and Congestion While Preparing for a Just Transition to Self-Driving Cars
An eight-point, no-regrets transportation policy wish list for 2019.
2035 Carbon Goal at Stake in Newest Oregon Clean Energy Jobs Bill
One scenario leaves 2035 carbon reduction goal out of the bill, which could add another 100M tons of pollution to the air -
Listen In: Opening the Trump Time Capsule Once Again
Sightline's Eric de Place joins KBOO's "Locus Focus" to assess predictions for the Trump administration.
Par Pacific Buys Tacoma Refinery, Aims to up Oil Shipping on Salish Sea
More vessel traffic is never good news for the imperiled orca pods and oil spill risks are likely to increase.
Here’s Oregon’s New Bill to Re-legalize ‘Missing Middle’ Homes Statewide
The proposal from Speaker Tina Kotek, HB 2001, would be great for workforce housing across the state. -
Modifications to Washington’s Condo Law Could Give Production a Shot in the Arm
Proposed bill would rein in potential lawsuits and bring more home ownership options to communities throughout the state.
Watch: KATU News’ Report on Representation in Local Governments in Oregon
Sightline's Kristin Eberhard discusses the importance of diversity in elected governing bodies with Portland TV newscast.
Why You’re Still Not Bringing a Reusable Mug for Your Daily Coffee
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19 Questions That 2019 Will Answer about Cascadian Housing Reform
It's our Alex-Trebeck-friendly preview of the year to come in housing and urbanism.
2018 in Review: Progress toward Re-legalizing Multiple-Dwelling Homes
More homes of all shapes and sizes is a critical part of the path to tackling our concurrent affordability and climate crises.
Cascadia’s Five Most Important ADU Victories of 2018
Oregon and Washington cities led the way on ADU reform. -
2018 in Review: How Soon for Electric Robo-Taxis?
Electric and shared-mobility services race ahead, but the robots go slow. That’s a good thing.
2018 in Review: Fossil Fuel Companies Fumble; Clean Energy Bills Set to Take Spotlight
One of the largest coal companies in the US is sliding but carbon fees are still finding footing in Cascadia
Our Favorite Talking Points Flashcards of 2018
We provide messaging tools for busy communicators. Here are some of our best from the past year. -
Kalama Methanol Facility Could Put Taxpayers on the Hook
The Chinese-owned company is seeking $2B in US grants and loans; Tax breaks could divert $143M more from local coffers
Why Couldn’t Washington Stop a Soda Tax Ban When Oregon Could?
The passage of a soda tax ban in Washington reveals a void in the state’s food advocacy.
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SIGHTLINE DAILY
Today’s top sustainability headlines for the Pacific Northwest, curated by Sightline Institute.
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King County poised to lock out fossil fuels in 2019
Sightline Institute
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Washington AG says Navy dumped hazardous substances into Puget Sound
Seattle Times
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Brown warns Washington lawmakers: Climate change will get worse
Spokesman-Review
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Vancouver councillors unanimously declare a climate emergency
National Post
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Idaho’s new Republican governor acknowledges climate change
Idaho Statesman
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PG&E bankruptcy could undermine utilities’ efforts against climate change
Seattle Times
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What cities are getting wrong about public transportation
CityLab
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After huge investments, salmon in Washington are still declining
Seattle Times
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US shutdown stalls training, other prep for wildfire season
Associated Press
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Biking way up in Seattle during highway closure
Streetsblog
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