Gas
Latest Stories
NW Natural linked to another Oregon lawmaker trip to tour Danish biogas facilities
Environmentalists criticized the trip, saying NW Natural is trying to persuade legislators of the viability of controversial fuels in Oregon.
Portland City Council will add city gas tax to ballot
The 10-cent-per-gallon tax will appear on the ballot this May. It could generate an estimated 70 million dollars over four years for programs that improve Portland’s streets.
‘OPB Politics Now’: Oregon’s battle over pumping gas refuels, plus Portland City Council transition drama
The battle over who can pump gas legally in Oregon may not have been fully settled. Plus, Portland City Council members continue to bicker as the transition to a new government looms. On the latest episode of "OPB Politics Now," reporters Alex Zielinski and Dirk VanderHart discuss those issues.
NW Natural delays plan to spend $40 million on Oregon climate program
Northwest Natural, Oregon's largest gas utility, has delayed a plan to purchase more than $40 million in Community Climate Investment credits which could hinder the company's ability in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels
On Wednesday, the Eugene council deliberated on potential measures to limit the establishment of new gas stations within the city, which currently has 42 gas stations.
Oregon, Washington gas prices likely to jump still higher ahead of holiday weekend
West Coast states continue to have the highest average gas prices in the country.
Oregon motorists might soon be able to pump their own gas
The state is one of just two that prevents many drivers from fueling up. That would end under a bill headed to Gov. Tina Kotek.
Eugene becomes first city in Oregon to restrict natural gas in new residential construction
Starting this summer, developers will have to use electric appliances and power when building new residences of three stories or less.
Whether gas prices are up or down, don’t blame or thank the president
Prices at the pump are falling, which is welcome news for Democrats this election season. But politicians have very limited control over energy costs.
Oregonians pump their own gasoline during heat wave emergency
Oregonians in 25 counties can pump their own gas through Sunday, when Gov. Kate Brown’s emergency declaration for extreme heat ends.