Eric de Place
Eric de Place spearheaded Sightline’s work on energy policy for two decades. A leading expert on coal, oil, and gas export plans in the Pacific Northwest, he is an authority on a range of issues connected to fossil fuel transport, including carbon emissions, local pollution, transportation system impacts, rail policy, and economics.
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Latest articles
The Danger of the Marine Vessels that Serve Refineries
Every transportation method carries the risk of environmentally catastrophic oil spills.
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The Danger of the Pipelines and Trains that Serve Refineries
Every transportation method carries the risk of environmentally catastrophic oil spills.
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Direct Impacts of Northwest Refinery Pollution
Refinery air and water pollution negatively impacts human health and local wildlife.
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Oil Refinery Workforce 411
Refinery workers are well compensated and clustered in Whatcom and Skagit counties.
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Oil Refinery Profits, Taxes, and Spending: A Primer
The refining industry pays surprisingly little in taxes considering its massive profits.
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Two Possible Futures for Northwest Oil Refining
One bleak, one hopeful, both dependent on our choices today.
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The History of Northwest Refineries
Oil refining on Puget Sound is inextricably tied to the history of colonialism.
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The Case for Retiring Northwest Oil Refineries
It is impossible to meet our climate targets without refinery retirement.
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Northwest Climate Goals Are at Odds with a Few State Energy Efficiency Rules
Sightline recommends targeted fixes to Oregon and Washington utility incentives
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Supercharging Cascadian Decarbonization
Four antidotes for the poison pill in Northwest energy building finance laws.
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