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Had a productive session with Corbett residents yesterday discussing our draft Climate Justice Plan. From addressing woodsmoke & food security to preparing for extreme weather, we dove into the unique needs of older adults in our rural communities. Huge thanks to the Columbia Grange for hosting us!
04.03.2026 23:51
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Had the best time at Holladay Park Plaza last week! ๐ฟ
Thereโs nothing quite like talking shop with retired professors who are still dedicated to changing the world. We spent the evening diving into the details of climate justice planning and how we can build a more equitable future together.
03.03.2026 19:45
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NEWS RELEASE: Multnomah County Office of Sustainability awarded $1M state grant for CROPS Farm
The grant will allow the County to install a solar energy system at the CROPS farm in Troutdale, supporting one of the Countyโs most innovative food justice initiatives.
We're ecstatic to announce that the Office of Sustainability has received an almost $1 million grant from the Oregon Department of Energy!
This grant will fund the installation of a solar energy system at the CROPS farm in Troutdale.
Learn more: multco.us/news/news-re...
25.02.2026 18:49
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Black History is Environmental History: Leading the Way to Climate Justice
Black History Month recognizes that the fight for a healthy planet is inseparable from the fight for civil rights.
Black History Month recognizes that the fight for a healthy planet is inseparable from the fight for civil rights.
Learn more about two local leading voices in the environmental justice movement, Dr. Derron Coles and Taren Evans, at multco.us/news/black-h....
23.02.2026 19:53
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Multnomah County residents protesting for climate action
Last week, in a move opposed by Multnomah County and the City of Portland, the EPA rolled back rules that regulated greenhouse gas emissions.
Read County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson's and Mayor Keith Wilson's responses to this rollback here: multco.us/news/chair-j...
17.02.2026 22:24
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We are co-hosting a virtual community workshop on the current energy utility disconnection moratorium and other recently strengthened disconnection protections. Join us on Thursday, February 19 to learn more about utility protections in Multnomah County!
RSVP at: tinyurl.com/DisconnectionWorkshop
09.02.2026 22:36
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Energy Justice Community Leaders Contribute to Better Energy Policies for Oregon
The Energy Justice Leadership Program brings together its participants, known as Energy Justice Leaders, with advocates who engage in energy justice conversations to better energy policies for Oregon.
When we say climate justice, we mean that reducing emissions, increasing participation in decision making, and economic justice all go hand in hand. Read more about our partnership to bring more voices to the energy policy table here: multco.us/news/energy-...
#ClimateJustice #EnergyJustice
26.01.2026 20:46
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2025 was a busy year for the Office of Sustainability and there is a lot to be proud of. From doubling funding for utility bill assistance grants to distributing AC units to households in need, our team has been hard at work. Check out some of our 2025 accomplishments here: multco.us/news/2025-of...
21.01.2026 21:25
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Burning wood, even in a fireplace, can have negative impacts on your health and the environment. There are also better ways of staying warm. Learn about alternative heat sources and ways to minimize the impact at archive.md/pP1Ms
And remember, always check before you burn: multco.us/info/wood-bu...
15.01.2026 00:42
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2025 ACSI Letter to the Board of County Commissioners
The 2025 Advisory Committee on Sustainability & Innovation (ACSI) Letter to the Board of County Commissioners
The Advisory Committee on Sustainability & Innovation (ACSI) has released its annual letter to the Board of County Commissioners. Read the full letter below!
multco.us/news/2025-ac...
12.01.2026 21:40
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Thanks in part to advocacy by the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners, Pacific Power, Portland General Electric (PGE), and NW Natural have extended disconnection protections for certain at-risk customers through March 1, 2026.
Learn more: multco.us/news/board-c...
06.01.2026 22:52
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Youth Environmental & Transit Grant Funding - Get up to $7,500
With generous support from the Oregon Community Foundation, we will issue grants up to $7,500 to community or youth-led organizations focused on Environmental or Transit related projects.
The Multnomah Youth Commission is offering up to $7,500 in grant funding for youth environmental and transit projects! This is a great opportunity and we encourage local youth-led environmental organizations to apply.
Learn more and apply at multco.us/news/youth-e...
23.12.2025 18:57
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Tuesday, December 16th, is our LAST COMMUNITY FORUM!
Our final Climate Justice Plan goal is that every community member has safe, healthy, and affordable housing.
Don't miss your last chance to make your voice heard and share your input!
Learn more and register: multco.us/info/climate...
15.12.2025 19:36
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Join us for our next community forum: Fossil Fuels
We believe every community member should be safe from the risks posed by fossil fuels & energy infrastructure. Attend in-person or online to help us develop the strategies and metrics for this goal.
Learn more and register: multco.us/info/climate...
10.12.2025 23:16
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Only three community forums left! On Tuesday, we will be discussing affordable clean energy. Join us in-person or online to help revise the strategies and metrics we will use to work toward and measure this goal.
Learn more and register: multco.us/info/climate...
08.12.2025 19:33
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Passionate about transportation and pedestrian infrastructure? Join us tomorrow in-person or online for our next Climate Justice Plan community forum! We will discuss the metrics and strategies for our Transit goal.
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
03.12.2025 19:30
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Our Climate Justice Plan community forums are back! Join us tomorrow online or at the Multnomah Building to discuss nature, parks, and green infrastructure.
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
01.12.2025 23:10
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Only a few weeks left! Apply for our Advisory Committee for Sustainability & Innovation (ACSI) to help create lasting, systemic change at the local level.
Learn more and apply here: multco.us/info/apply-t...
25.11.2025 18:44
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Are you passionate about climate threats and extreme weather events impacting our community? Join us for our next CJP community forum to discuss the metrics and strategies for our "resilient to extreme weather" goal.
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
19.11.2025 21:45
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Do you believe that climate change should be addressed through a social and racial justice approach? Do you want to create lasting, systemic change to better serve Multnomah County's residents?
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply for ACSI!
Learn more and apply at tinyurl.com/OOS-ACSI
29.10.2025 17:33
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Climate Justice Plan Community Forum
FOOD
Every community member has access to nutritious, culturally-specific food and can participate in traditional food practices.
Tuesday, October 28 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Multnomah Building | 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd | Room 315 or Zoom
Our next Climate Justice Plan community forum is tomorrow!
Join us in-person or online to provide your input on the strategies and metrics for our Food goal ๐ฝ๏ธ
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
27.10.2025 20:58
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Climate Justice Plan Community Forum WATER Every community member has access to clean water that supports their needs and all living systems. Thursday, October 23 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm Multnomah Building | 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd | Room 126 or Zoom
Our first Climate Justice Plan community forum is TOMORROW!! Join us in-person or online to provide your input on the strategies and metrics for our Water goal. We hope to see you there ๐
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
22.10.2025 23:32
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Climate Justice Plan Community Forum Join us for a series of events to discuss the strategies and metrics for the twelve goals of our Climate Justice Plan. Have your voice heard and help shape our community's climate justice future.
Water | Thursday, October 23
Food | Tuesday, October 28
Health | Tuesday, November 4
Air | Thursday, November 6
Contribute | Thursday, November 13
Green Jobs | Tuesday, November 18
Extreme Weather | Thursday, November 20
Green Infrastructure | Tuesday, December 2
Transit | Thursday, December 4
Clean Energy | Tuesday, December 9
Fossil Fuels | Thursday, December 11
Housing | Tuesday, December 16
Time: 3-5 PM | Location: Multnomah Building or Zoom
Join us in-person or via Zoom for our Climate Justice Plan Community Forums to have your voice heard and help shape our community's climate justice future! Each forum will focus on the strategies and metrics for one of the plan's twelve goals.
Learn more and register here: multco.us/info/climate...
20.10.2025 20:54
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We want to give a huge shout out to our very own Sr. Energy Policy and Legal Analyst, Silvia Tanner, who was recently appointed to the Oregon Environmental Quality Commission by Governor @tinakotek.bsky.social! ๐
Congratulations Silvia! We couldn't be prouder โค๏ธ
apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsr...
13.10.2025 20:14
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Monique Smiley presenting at the Planning for Climate Justice Event
John Wasiutynski presenting at the Planning for Climate Justice Event
Shannon Singleton presenting at the Planning for Climate Justice Event
We had a blast at the Sustainable Building Week event 'Planning for Climate Justice' at the beautiful new Albina Library!
Special thanks to @shannonsingleton.bsky.social for co-hosting the event with the Office of Sustainability.
Find out how to get involved at multco.us/departments/...
09.10.2025 00:46
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