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The Environmental Protection Agency’s regional administrator is warning Oregon government agencies that federal authorities will take action if the state doesn’t quickly address nitrate contamination cleanup in Eastern Oregon. New for @OPB https://t.co/HnbNTSxV5v

Many who want to see Bradford Island restored are frustrated with the drawn-out process. Some are calling on the EPA to hold the Corps accountable now and take over cleanup responsibilities. New for @OPB https://t.co/JJdn3OOVZb

DEQ is temporarily suspending it's popular EV rebate program starting May 1 due to lack of funds. If you're thinking of making a purchase, do so soon. The program may not replenish funds until next March. New for @OPB https://t.co/KFJ6RNY6eg

Portland approves public electric vehicle chargers in more areas to close equity gaps New for @OPB https://t.co/n9Ddp12iRE

The Christian case for fighting climate change is being tested in Eastern Oregon Really great reporting by @antonio__sierra https://t.co/M8bpxW55hL

my boyfriend surprised me and bought me floor seats. *HYSTERICALLY CRIES* *FAINTS*

As the need for clean energy grows, we need batteries to store it when its not in use. If not, all that power is lost. In the PNW, researchers are hoping to be on the cutting-edge of a technology that’s getting a clean energy revamp. New for @OPB https://t.co/qztaPhIJaF

“There will be a day when gas vehicles are unavailable and we need to ensure BIPOC and low-income communities are not left out of that transition and are able to fuel their vehicles" New for @OPB https://t.co/DpcWgY9lSj

Morrow County residents are calling on Sen. Merkley to bring solutions to the high nitrate contmination in the area. Merkley said in his role, he can only advocate for changes. Residents pushed back. “We know you have power as well.” @antonio__sierra https://t.co/cH33iASuS8

The transition to a 100% clean energy future is not as easy as a flip of a switch but it's also not out of sight. I dug deep to see what it takes and what barriers Oregon needs to overcome to reach its climate action goals. New for @OPB https://t.co/iXbsJpwXq7

Two of Oregon’s most economically disadvantaged and racially diverse communities — one in Portland and the other on the south coast — are getting a boost in their fight against air pollution. New @opb https://t.co/7waYZFBV40

Portland’s climate justice program could see new beginning https://t.co/kc0Dwe3zwP

City officials say Zentih Energy now meets Portland's climate action goals but environmental groups say the decision was rushed and “wildly irresponsible”. Read more @OPB https://t.co/B03hW2d1dh

Since Aug. 24, Oregon OSHA has received multiple complaints about hazardous conditions at schools. Many of them involved heat stress at schools, or staff and students lacking access to cold water. Please read this amazing reporting by @llmiller12 https://t.co/ikiOkSCJ3T

DEQ says the company claimed it dispensed 15 million KWh of electricity from 3 charging stations this year. “It turns out that really wasn’t true. They hadn’t dispensed any electricity, they hadn’t even set up the charging stations.” New @OPB https://t.co/5LV997Bm7H