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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 2d

Thanks for having us! We learned a lot.

Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 3d

Thank you @oregoncub.bsky.social for inviting us to your Annual Energy Conference. It was a great opportunity to hang out with our energy allies in person, and talk in depth about what we can about utility affordability and growing energy demands. #EnergyAffordability

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 4d

Oregon is home, not a military target. We reject Trump’s attempts to militarize our state. AG Dan Rayfield and the City of Portland won in court twice to stop them, but the fight isn't over. Thank our leaders for standing strong and urge them to keep at it: action.aclu.org/send-message...

Thank our elected leaders for protecting Oregonians from federal abuse of power

Please take action!

action.aclu.org

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 9d

Each dollar we invest in #ClimateAction pays us exponentially by lowering energy bills and reducing pollution that causes asthma & heart disease. Gutting these funds will make energy expensive and Oregonians less healthy. State leaders must stand up and defend our climate values.

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Oregon to lose an additional $400 million in federal climate grants

Oregon and 15 other Democratic states are losing nearly $8 billion toward climate projects, after the Trump administration terminated multiple federal grants.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 18d

We're rising up to say saying #NoTroopsInOregon because it's a dangerous abuse of power that puts frontline communities in even greater danger. We won't be divided or silenced by the actions of the federal government. We'll keep protecting our families, our futures, and our collective power.

Text that reads "no hostile takeover of our communities" with a picture of people protesting.

Text that reads "Oregon is home, not a military target."

Text that reads "We do not want troops on our streets" with a picture of people protesting with signs.

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BikeLoudPDX @bikeloudpdx.bsky.social · 18d

BikeLoud is planning a series of rides for Monday Sept 29 to Sunday Oct 5!

Can YOU make next week a #WeekWithoutDriving?

@americawalks.bsky.social @bikeportland.org @strongtownspdx.bsky.social @shift2bikes.bsky.social @ojta.org @nomorefreewayspdx.com @trecpdx.bsky.social @pnwelcome.bsky.social

Cathy Tuttle @cathytuttle.bsky.social · 18d

Not everyone can choose to drive a car.

#WeekWithoutDriving starts next Monday Sep. 29-Oct. 5

Join the national movement❤️ Bring along your friends❤️ Get local leaders involved❤️

And please consider donating in support of @americawalks.bsky.social Accessible Communities For All❤️ ➡️ buff.ly/EO1sMxc

People Waiting at night for the bus
Text: Week Without Driving Monday September 29 - Sunday October 5
If you can drive or afford a car, you may not understand what it’s like to rely on walking, rolling, transit and asking for rides. But for nearly a third of people living in the United States – people with disabilities, young people, seniors and people who can’t afford cars or gas – this is our every day.
We created the Week Without Driving experience so that those who have the option to drive can learn firsthand about the barriers and challenges that nondrivers face and work with nondrivers to create more accessible communities for all.

From America Walks https://weekwithoutdriving.org/?utm_content=bufferf9e12&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bufferapp.com&utm_campaign=buffer

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 19d

It was so fun to support Verde and hang out with Building Resilience #CullyFest this year! We loved meeting new people, sharing food, and helping create a space where everyone felt welcome. Pictured: our advocacy director with @brad-reed.bsky.social and Annabelle of Verde. #PDX

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 20d

Yesterday was #ZeroEmissionsDay. Fossil fuels drive extreme heat, drought, & wildfires that hit frontline communities first and worst. Reducing our dependence on gas and oil means fewer heat waves, wildfires, and droughts. That's why we ask you to stand with communities fighting for #ClimateJustice.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 25d

Our Energy Justice Community Leaders Program empowers frontline leaders to learn, lead, and take action for clean, affordable energy. Read our new blog to see how we’re building leadership to create a #JustTransition to a clean energy future: buff.ly/WlsDLPh #CleanEnergy #FrontlineLeadership

How we empower frontline leaders with the Energy Justice Community Leaders Program — OJTA

Participants of our energy justice leadership program visit Verde's Community Solar Project in 2024.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · 27d

Oregon’s energy system is shifting fast, and the stakes are high. Join us on Oct. 3 in #PDX for @oregoncub.bsky.social's Annual #Energy Policy Conference to learn more about how to keep building an energy system that's clean, affordable, and fair: buff.ly/Fu8CcBH

A picture of a sign that reads "From Puerto Rico to Turtle Island, power to the people." Text that reads: CUB Oregon’s 15th Annual Energy Conference, "Changing for a changing climate. Friday, Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sentinel Hotel, Portland."

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Oregon Citizens' Utility Board @oregoncub.bsky.social · Sep 11

We're thrilled to announce the keynote address of CUB's 2025 Conference: a Fireside Chat with Janine Benner & Letha Tawney! Purchase your ticket to CUB's 15th Annual Policy Conference Today! https://loom.ly/EPSXGcM

#cleanenergy

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Sep 8

We’re uplifting the success of an event organized in part by OJTA Transportation Justice Leadership Institute participant Abby Griffith. There, alliance members & community advocates shared stories about relying on #PublicTransit instead of driving. Read more in @bikeportland.org

Transit riders share stories at community-building event ahead of 'Week Without Driving'

It was an opportunity for non-drivers to have their voices heard.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Sep 4

We advocated for the Healthy Homes Grant Program so low-income families can live safely in the housing they already have. Now it's having real impact in Eugene’s Whiteaker neighborhood. Climate justice is also housing justice. www.yahoo.com/news/article... #Oregon #HousingJustice

Healthy Homes Grant revitalizes aging housing stock in Whiteaker neighborhood

The long-established Whiteaker neighborhood has many units of aging housing stock. Here's how a grant program is providing health and safety upgrades.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Sep 3

We’ve won real change, and it’s worth celebrating (again). Last week, @tinakotek.bsky.social signed the FAIR Energy Act into law, which will keep energy bills from skyrocketing. This win proves our work matters. That our communities are powerful. That we're building the energy future we deserve.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Sep 2

Oregon faces rising energy bills, massive new industrial power demands, and urgent climate goals. To push for a clean, affordable, and safe energy system, we’re joining @oregoncub.bsky.social’s 15th Annual Energy Policy Conference on Oct. 3! Register now: buff.ly/KEKRBkB #EnergyJustice

Conference | Oregon CUB

Buy your tickets for the CUB Energy Policy Conference! The CUB Energy Policy Conference is designed as a day of discussion, networking, and sharing diverse perspectives. Learn more about this year’s…

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 28

The same system that drives the climate crisis also exploits workers, especially farmworkers who face extreme heat, wildfire smoke, and flooding while keeping our communities fed. We’re taking #LaborDay off because we believe in a future where no one has to risk their lives to put food on our table.

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A news article screenshot of the NYT that says "Wildfire fighters unmasked in toxic smoke, are getting sick and dying."

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A screenshot of a KOIN 6 article titled "Bill aims to protect Oregon farmworkers from disasters with backing from local chefs."

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Oregon Citizens' Utility Board @oregoncub.bsky.social · Aug 25

It’s time to celebrate! Today, Gov. Kotek signed four bills that tackle some of the biggest root causes of Oregon’s energy affordability crisis #orpol

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 26

Yesterday, we stood with @tinakotek.bsky.social as she signed new energy bills into law, including the FAIR Energy Act, which will protect Oregonians from constant rate hikes. We thank her for helping to ease bills, especially for those who most bear the brunt of this tough economy. #EnergyJustice

OJTA and Verde standing with Governor Tina Kotek.

Seven energy justice advocates in a picture together, celebrating their work.

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OPB @opb.org · Aug 25

“As we all work towards a clean energy future, which is making sure people have clean electricity in their homes, it has to be affordable,” Kotek told OPB. “And for those households who will be most challenged to meet increased prices, we’re going to do something about that.

Gov. Tina Kotek hosts ceremonial signing of four bills that focus on energy affordability

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek says the four energy efficiency bills will move the state forward on its renewable energy goals.

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Climate Solutions @climatesolutions.org · Aug 25

Energy affordability! Gov. Kotek has signed new laws that will help lower energy costs for Oregonians, require data centers to cover their own high energy costs instead of shifting them to average consumers, and expand energy bill assistance for low-income households.

Kotek signs legislation aimed to lower energy costs for Oregonians

Governor Tina Kotek signed legislation aimed to help lower energy costs for households on Monday, her office announced.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 25

This is a powerful illustration that cooling equipment is an important safety measure to protect the people we love, especially as we see heat waves surge across Oregon.

Building Resilience @buildingresilience.bsky.social · Aug 21

Diane is safer and more comfortable thanks to her new, energy efficient heat pump. Community Energy Project helps people string together the incentives, resources, and labor to do projects like this. Success one home at a time! 🏡
Read: www.communityenergyproject.org/from-heatwav...

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 25

This past weekend marks Oregon’s third #HeatWave JUST THIS MONTH. Hot summers used to be rare, but now they hit every August. Burning fossil fuels is cooking our planet, causing more heat waves, deaths, and rising energy costs. No one is safe until we all are. Step into the fight: buff.ly/SnyoV5U

A picture of a thermometer and text that reads: This past weekend marks Oregon’s third heat wave this month. Hot summers used to be rare, but now they hit every August.

A picture of a dirty power plant smoke stack and text that reads: The science is undeniable: Burning fossil fuels is cooking our planet, causing more heat waves, longer droughts, and stronger storms.

A picture of a wildfire and text that reads: “Once in a generation” disasters will impact everyone frequently, regardless of race or place.

Five people walking in a waist-deep flood and text that reads: Lives are on the line as energy costs rise and disaster response weakens, driven by federal rollbacks and state inaction.

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Oregon Citizens' Utility Board @oregoncub.bsky.social · Aug 24

Oregon is facing yet another heatwave 🥵 Thankfully, Oregonians are protected from disconnection because of CUB and fellow energy advocates. Learn more at the link in our bio! A special thank you to the community partners who helped secure these protections. Check out their work!

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 21

No one should lose power during a #HeatWave 😤🥵 These Oregon rules temporarily protect people from shutoffs & help qualified folks get reconnected w/o paying fees during #ExtremeHeat. These rules are only temporary, but allies like @oregoncub.bsky.social are working to make them permanent.

If an extreme heat warning, watch, or advisory is issued, PGE, Pacific Power and Idaho Power can’t shut off your power for nonpayment, and you’re protected until 48 hours after it ends.

If you have a medical certificate or you’re on a bill discount program and were disconnected in the last 7 days, call PGE, PP, or IP to be reconnected at no upfront cost to you.

If your power was shut off up to 72 hours before a heat watch, you can also be reconnected without paying reconnection fees.

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Oregon Just Transition Alliance @ojta.org · Aug 20

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Week Without Driving Community Event

Event Address: Charles Jordan Community Center, 9009 N Foss Ave, Portland, OR 97203 Contact us at [email protected] RSVP is not required but is appreciated. Enter your information below to be r...

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