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EWEB opens applications for electric mobility grants in Eugene
1+ hour, 49+ min ago (450+ words) EUGENE, Ore. - The Eugene Water & Electric Board is accepting applications for the 2026 Electric Mobility Grant, according to the customer-owned utility provider. Nonprofits, academic institutions or public organizations within EWEB's service territory can apply for grants of up to $30, 000 to cover…...
Oregon's new battery recycling law aims to curb fire hazards
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (148+ words) SALEM, Ore. - Oregon is making strides in battery recycling with the passage of House Bill 4144, establishing the statewide Battery Producer Responsibility Program. "This bill addresses a growing public safety issue caused by lithium batteries entering our waste system," said Rep....
Oregon gas tax hike challenge: nearly 200k signatures submitted
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (129+ words) A campaign is underway to overturn Oregon's recent transportation tax increases. Chief petitioners have delivered nearly 200, 000 signatures to the Oregon Secretary of State's office. SALEM, Ore. - A campaign is underway to overturn Oregon's recent transportation tax increases. Chief petitioners have…...
Bureau of Land Management approves southeastern Oregon lithium exploration project
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (352+ words) The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has approved a significant expansion of lithium exploration in southern Malheur County. VALE, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has approved a significant expansion of lithium exploration in southern Malheur County. This project,…...
Oregon voters petition 'No' to Oregon's gas tax hikes
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (305+ words) OREGON - Organizers of the "Say No to Oregon's Gas Tax Hikes" campaign are racing to collect signatures by December 30 in a bid to let voters decide on the controversial tax through a ballot. At the Thurston Park and Ride on…...
State surplus triggers "kicker" tax credit for Oregon residents in 2025
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (150+ words) Oregonians are set to receive a tax surplus credit, or 'kicker,' following a confirmed $1. 41 billion revenue surplus for the 2023-2025 biennium. SALEM, Ore. - Oregonians are set to receive a tax surplus credit, or "kicker," following a confirmed $1. 41 billion revenue surplus for…...
Landmark microgrid laws in Oregon aim for energy independence
9+ mon, 12+ hour ago (174+ words) SALEM, Ore. - Governor Tina Kotek (D-Ore.) has signed two groundbreaking bills into law, aiming to boost access to microgrids across Oregon. These laws promise to enhance energy resilience and security throughout the state. According to Gov. Kotek, microgrid technology can…...