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Seattle Climate Action on Building Standards and Transportation Electrification
Today, Seattle’s Mayor, Jenny Durkan, released an Executive Order, calling for significant climate action to reduce emissions from transportation and buildings. While we continue as a society to grapple with multiple and interlocking crises, tackling the climate crisis must remain paramount to protect the health and wellbeing of our communities. The NW Energy Coalition supports significant progress on energy efficiency in buildings and…
Read MoreNorthwest Power and Conservation Council Releases Draft 2021 Power Plan
To learn more about the 2021 Northwest Power Plan and how to get involved, please join us for one of two upcoming webinars. We’ll review what’s in the plan, its strengths and drawbacks – and provide information and talking points that you can use to send in comments or participate in a public comment hearing on the Draft. 2021 Northwest Power Plan: Your Voice Matters! Webinar #1 – Hosted by…
Read MoreSecond Quarter News at the Coalition
This newsletter is a snapshot of the work the Coalition and broader community have engaged in over the past quarter. It highlights but does not include all of the work staff are doing behind the scenes with members and other stakeholders. We look forward to continuing to share these updates with you! Justice, Equity, Diversity,…
Read More2021 Oregon Legislative Wrap-Up
Let’s face it – when we looked at the prospects for the 2021 Oregon legislative session, expectations were a bit low. After all, a global pandemic had upended just about everything in life, wildfires had ravaged the state in the fall, and unemployment – was still high. It looked like the session would be virtual…
Read More2021 Clean & Affordable Energy Conference Digest
The 2021 Clean and Affordable Energy Conference was hosted by the NW Energy Coalition on June 2nd and June 10th. This year’s conference was virtual and covered the most pressing issues in the Northwest’s energy landscape. These included salmon recovery, and potential changes to the federal hydro system, as well as how to advance equity in the energy…
Read MoreWashington’s Legislative Session Wrap-Up
During the 2021 Washington Legislative Session, we worked hard to support passage of policies and develop programs in Washington that advance transportation electrification, energy affordability, and investment in clean energy and efficient buildings. Last Sunday, April 25, the 2021 Washington legislative session wrapped up. The 2021 session was a historic session for climate and clean energy in Washington. Here are the highlights: NWEC’s Priorities The following bills are ones…
Read MoreComplementary Bills Pave the Way for a Zero-Emissions Transportation Future
Washington has over 68,000 electric vehicles (EVs) on the road today, and with commitments from automakers, Washington signing on to a recent multi-state zero-emissions vehicle letter, and President Biden’s proposed infrastructure plan, that number will keep growing. To plan for this growth, two bills, SB 5192 and HB 1287, recently passed the Washington legislature and…
Read More2021 Quarterly Newsletter
This newsletter is a snapshot of some of the work of the Coalition and the broader community over the past quarter. It highlights but does not include all of the work we’ve done. We’re looking forward to continuing to share these quarterly updates with you. As always, if you have questions contact us. Organizational announcements:…
Read MoreAccessible Public Charging – what you need to know
Washington residents are increasingly purchasing electric vehicles (EV), with over 63,000 EVs registered. But not everyone has access to affordable electric vehicle charging. Foundational standards that facilitate an accessible, reliable and standardized experience will protect consumers and ensure the widespread transition to electric vehicles. Today, when filling up your car with gasoline, you know how much you will pay, and with…
Read MoreA year in review – 2020 at the Coalition
What a year it has been! There is no doubt in anyone’s mind that 2020 has been a challenging year. The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted everyone’s life, caused severe economic hardship, and created an unprecedented health care trauma. The generosity and kindness in many of our communities is what brings people together and helps each…
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