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Washington’s Hinman Glacier gone after thousands of years
The largest glacier between the Washington state high peaks of Mount Rainier and Glacier Peak has melted.

Electric vehicle sales soar in Oregon; state officials expect big numbers in 2023
Oregon ranked No. 2 in the nation for the share of new vehicles sold that are electric and with more fast chargers and federal tax credits on the way, sales are expected to increase.
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Oregon, Washington join California in banning gas-powered new vehicles starting in 2035
Action by the two Northwest states creates a West Coast zone where eventually, only new trucks, cars and SUVs that produce zero-emissions can be sold.
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Why transforming the grid is critical to Oregon’s clean-energy future
Building more wind farms and buying more electric vehicles won't get carbon off the power grid unless we fix the grid itself. Experts say the grid needs to be modernized to be able to handle the clean-energy transition.
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At this Portland art exhibit, you explore virtual worlds to save our real planet
A new high-tech immersive installation takes on climate change in its U.S. premiere at the Portland Art Museum.

Here are 3 dangerous climate tipping points the world is on track for
Global leaders are negotiating about how to cut greenhouse gas emissions as quickly as possible. Scientists say every passing day, and every tenth of a degree, makes a big difference.

A decade after Sandy, hurricane flood maps reveal New York’s climate future
National Hurricane Center data for New York City shows development happening in at-risk areas, even as climate change brings more frequent and intense storms.

Here’s how far behind the world is on reining in climate change
The world is set to start crucial climate change negotiations soon. To avoid extreme warming, nations have to make deep cuts in heat-trapping emissions, fast.

Oregon youth demand action on climate change
From drought and floods to wildfires and extreme heat, climate change is now inescapable. Young climate activists say: enough. They’re organizing for action and working to get policymakers to pay attention to them. We're gathering some of these Oregon youth, along with local experts on climate change, for a live audience show on Zoom at 5 p.m. Wednesday. You are invited!

Rising temperatures leave Oregon schools grappling with excessive heat
Recent hot weather and Oregon’s old school buildings led to an uncomfortable start to the year in many places. Wildfire smoke can add to the discomfort. Here's a look at how schools are responding.