Climate Change

The largest glacier between the Washington state high peaks of Mount Rainier and Glacier Peak has melted.

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.

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.

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.

A new high-tech immersive installation takes on climate change in its U.S. premiere at the Portland Art Museum.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.