There is so much going on this month that we may need another newsletter for the second half. Here is news and some upcoming events.
MCATs stand up for the Climate Protection Program
MCATs Bill Harris, Rich Peppers, Linda Craig, and Pat DeLaquil attended the rally to defend the embattledClimate Protection Program,Oregon's hard won and vital green house gas legislation, at the Supreme Court.
The lawyer for the utilities & industry groups claimed that her clients "merely distribute the fuel", and that it'sthe "residents and businesses who combust the natural gas and hencecause the carbonpollution."
TheCUB Energy Policy Conferenceis designed as a day of discussion, networking, and sharing diverse perspectives. This conference is ideal for community groups, regulators, advocates, utility representatives, attorneys, or those interested in our region’s energy industry.
Over 15 dealers will offer test drives in 25 different vehicles: from the Mini to the F-150 Lightning. EV owners will also be available to answer questions.
Representative Chavez DeRemer has been accused of undercutting social security, clean air and water, veteran's services, reproductive rights, Medicare and Medicaid. Constituents will voice concerns. An Indivisible event.
MCAT (Mobilizing Climate Action Together) is a community of experienced volunteers, sponsored by OLCV, who steward significant greenhouse gas reduction policy into law in Oregon.
MCAT participates with the broad and inclusive climate and equity coalitions in Oregon and partners with OCN and others on coordinated action, particularly in regard to state legislation and policy. MCAT also actively organizes to elect and support legislators who will work for strong climate legislation.
MCAT Steering Committee: Rick Brown, Linda Craig, Debby Garman, Pat DeLaquil, Rich Peppers, Rand Schenck, Daniel Frye, Michael Mitton, KB Mercer, Brett Baylor. Not shown: Jane Stackhouse, Joe Stenger, Catherine Thomasson
