Oregon to cover health-related climate expenses
By CLAIRE RUSH Associated Press/Report for America PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon is set to become the first state in the nation to cover climate…
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Pacific Power incentives charge customer shift to EVs as National Drive Electric Week approaches
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Pacific Power is supporting customers making the shift to electric vehicles with valuable incentives as National Drive…
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Forth Mobile Showcase educates Central Oregonians about electric vehicles
Dozens of people came to the Environmental Center in Bend on Saturday, interested to learn more about electric vehicles. The Forth Mobile Showcase…
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Oregon EQC votes to expand Clean Fuels Program, denies petition for Metolius River designation
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Environmental Quality Commission on Friday unanimously approved a significant expansion of the Oregon Department…
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Deschutes Water Bank, in second year, seeks to ease water shortages for junior irrigators, rivers
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Deschutes River Conservancy, in partnership with the Central Oregon Irrigation District and North Unit Irrigation…
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Drought, low water prompt ODFW to close fishing in Crooked River, Ochoco Creek until at least Oct. 31
Due to ongoing drought and low water, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife said Thursday it is closing fishing in the Crooked River and Ochoco…
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Commute Options urges participation in 2022 ‘Get There Challenge,’ set to begin Oct. 3
Save gas money, reduce your carbon footprint, and get active BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Get There Challenge helps Oregonians drive less and use…
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Tree expert urges C.O. homeowners to beware of bark beetles, a growing issue due to severe drought
As a result of years of drought, bark beetles are becoming a constant issue for Central Oregon property owners. An expert says homeowners should be…
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OSU, partners receive $50 million grant to develop climate-smart potatoes
Oregon State University has been awarded a $50 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to work with farmers and Native American Tribes…
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DRW canal neighbors hold yard sale to fund continued fight against Arnold Irrigation District piping plans
After years of planning, the Arnold Irrigation District has won federal government approval of plans for its canal-piping Infrastructure…
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Oregon DEQ extends air quality advisory through at least Monday for Deschutes, 3 other counties
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency extended an air quality advisory Friday for Deschutes,…
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Sperm whales use distinct vocalizations to ID different whale clans, new research finds
Sperm whales in the Pacific Ocean make distinct vocalizations that help them identify whales in different clans, a new study from a team including an…
Continue ReadingTribe, county, reach $5M settlement deal over sewage spills
SEATTLE (AP) — Washington state’s most populous county is set to pay more than $5 million to settle a threatened lawsuit from the Suquamish Tribe…
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Oregon DEQ extends air quality advisory for Deschutes County, 6 others until Friday, possibly through weekend
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency extended an air quality advisory Wednesday for Baker,…
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OSU-led leaf temperature study suggests climate change will compromise forests’ carbon uptake
A new study led by Oregon State University suggests leaves in forest canopies are not able to cool themselves below the surrounding air temperature,…
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Oregon State University receives $4 million to lead national polar education and arts program
Oregon State University has received $4 million to lead a national program that will engage educators, artists and writers in polar science…
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Wind shift gives C.O. a break from smoke, but DEQ issues air quality advisory through at least Saturday
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency issued an air quality advisory Thursday for Coos, Curry,…
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OSU study: Older forests’ characteristics can buffer climate change’s effects for some bird species
Old-growth forests and managed forests with old-growth characteristics can provide relief from climate change for some bird species, research by the…
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Oregon Mass Timber coalition receives $41 million federal grant to create jobs, address housing needs
The U.S. Economic Development Administration has awarded the Oregon Mass Timber Coalition $41.4 million to develop and expand Oregon’s emerging mass…
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Warm water still top pollution source in Oregon waterways, DEQ says in EPA-approved report
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warm water continues to be the top source of pollution in Oregon’s rivers and streams, according to the latest and most…
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