In The News
Air Pollution
- Oregon DEQ sues J.H. Baxter, related companies for repair costs at shuttered facility KEZI-TV October 2024
- Officials push for Superfund status at Eugene’s deactivated J.H. Baxter plant KLCC radio September 2024
- Bethel-area residents angry and frustrated over proposed fuel facility project KEZI-TV September 2024
- OHA releases health consultation on J.H. Baxter and surrounding neighborhoods KLCC August 2024
- Despite calls for public vote, Lane continues with food waste diversion project KLCC radio August 2024
- Pressure mounts on methane-polluting Oregon landfill to clean up its act August 2024
- Coffin Butte Landfill proposed expansion raises environmental and health concerns OPB - Think Out Loud August 2024
- Residents, environmental groups oppose expansion of Coffin Butte Landfill KEZI-TV August 2024
- Wyden, Merkley, Hoyle call for EPA investigation into Coffin Butte Landfill Salem Statesman-Journal August 2024
- A huge landfill in Oregon is spewing methane. Its owners want to expand. Canary Media August 2024
- Benton County residents report odor and fire risks at Coffin Butte landfill August 2024
- Proposed landfill expansion in Benton County sees second attempt KLCC radio July 2024
- Coffin Butte Landfill workers allege safety and environmental violations - Yahoo Yahoo News April 2024
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Community Conversation Podcast - Environmental Pollution on Your Doorstep Education YouTube March 2024
- Oregon's Hidden Air Pollution Problem: Fossil Fuels in Buildings Sierra Club March 2024
- Locus Focus: Fumes in Focus KBOO radio January 2024
- New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: ‘I was able to see this noxious plume’ Yahoo News December 2023
- New report highlights the dangers of gas appliances in homes Fox26 December 2023
- Lawmakers, advocates ask state to investigate NW Natural for misleading claims about natural gas Oregon Capital Chronicle December 2023
Bees
- The Birds and The Bees and Some Turtles May 2024
- We Fought the Lawn...and the Bees Won Eugene Weekly March 2023
- Beyond Toxics 8th Annual Bee Jazzy - EW blog June 2022
- Bee Jazzy With Beyond Toxics: Beyond Toxics, 20 years young, cuts loose with Halie Loren to save Oregon’s bees Eugene Weekly October 2021
- Bee green, bee good October 2019
- Bee City finds a new home in Eugene June 2019
- 'It kills everything, it kills birds and bees, it harms children and farm workers' March 2019
- Oregon Legislature Considers Pesticide Reform Bills March 2019
- Act Locally: Schooling about pesticides versus pollinators October 2018
- Eugene, Oregon, recognized as a bee-friendly city August 2018
- Eugene gets bee-friendly recognition August 2018
- Bumbling with the Great Old Broads August 2018
- Growing Roses Organically - TV interview with Kristina Lefever July 2018
- Bee friendly, join pollinator celebration June 2018
- Sweet news: The UO becomes the 101st Bee Campus USA June 2018
- University of Oregon certified as a Bee Campus USA (VIDEO) June 2018
- We don’t know much about our bee populations here (VIDEO) June 2018
- Want healthier plants? Here’s what NOT to do March 2018
- Growing concern over the health of Oregon's bee population October 2017
- Eugene's First Community Bee Count Saturday July 2017
Beyond Toxics News
- Winners of the 2023 Campus Sustainability Awards announced AroundTheO May 2023
- VertueLab Awards two $25k Community Capacity Grants for Climate Solution Deployment Projects VertueLab Press Release February 2023
- Lisa Arkin, executive director of Beyond Toxics, center, leads her team to the stage to accept a Community Service Award from Eugene Mayor Lucy Vinis January 2023
- Who are Lane County’s visionaries? August 2022
- Beyond Toxics 8th Annual Bee Jazzy - EW blog June 2022
- Donor Giving Group at OCF Surpasses $500K in Investment in Oregon and Pacific Northwest Climate Action Work Oregon Community Foundation May 2022
- City Club of Eugene: Annual Meeting, Elections, Annual Turtle Awards May 2022
- Bee Jazzy With Beyond Toxics: Beyond Toxics, 20 years young, cuts loose with Halie Loren to save Oregon’s bees Eugene Weekly October 2021
- 5 Environmental Justice Organizations That Are Making A Difference May 2021
- Beyond Toxics to host meeting, share west Eugene survey results Jan. 25 January 2020
- Fighting Racism: Oregon organizations receive a two-year environmental justice grant November 2018
- Lisa Arkin interviewed on KPOV radio 6-6-2017 June 2017
- Former BT employee, Christine Cameron, honored as 20 UNDER 40 December 2016
- R-G Business Beat - Joel Iboa announcement September 2016
- Timber’s fallen: The plight of immigrant forestry workers February 2016
- Beyond Toxics Keeps Fighting February 2016
- Governor Declares Awareness Day For Oregon Native Bees August 2015
- Clean-diesel trucks could clear air and win more bids June 2015
- Wendy Culverwell: Portland delivers a big break to bees April 2015
- EPA announces $371,000 for Oregon clean diesel projects March 2015
Biomass-Air Quality
- Educating community about cleaner air January 2020
- Environmental Justice Effort Focuses On West Eugene January 2020
- LRAPA announces facilities it will review for pollution amid air quality concerns January 2020
- Smoke Fills LCC During Slash Burn December 2018
- Oregon Makes Case For Prescribed Fire Smoke August 2018
- Portland's air pollution crisis is exposed. Now what? March 2016
- LOCAL OPINION: Seneca contract exemplifies EWEB’s poor management March 2016
- Guest Editorial: Oregon needs local toxics-reporting laws by Mary O'Brien and Lisa Arkin March 2016
- GUEST VIEPOINT: Eugene struck out with Seneca deal December 2015
- Complaint Filed Over Power Plant Air August 2014
- Beyond Toxics Files Civil Rights Complaint Over Seneca Biomass Permit August 2014
- LRAPA Accused of Discrimination August 2014
- Seneca Air Pollution A Civil Rights Issue August 2014
- Seneca air proposal criticized - Eugene R-G October 2013
- Seneca plant is affecting air quality - Letter to The Editor August 2013
- Seneca biomass plant applies to increase pollutant cap July 2013
- Seneca power plant requests increase in pollution cap July 2013
- Kids in West Eugene Most Prone to Asthma - KEZI-TV July 2013
- Tons of Pollution - Seneca applies to increase its emissions to 17 tons July 2013
- Coal Export Negotiations End April 2013
Business Support
- Bee Jazzy With Beyond Toxics: Beyond Toxics, 20 years young, cuts loose with Halie Loren to save Oregon’s bees Eugene Weekly October 2021
- Non Toxic Oregon is Here! September 2019
- Green Groups Object to Logging Companies Bid to Be on Sustainable Business Network Board November 2017
- Clean-diesel trucks could clear air and win more bids June 2015
- EPA announces $371,000 for Oregon clean diesel projects March 2015
- Shawn Named Visionary Leader July 2014
CAFO
- Oregon rejects petition to regulate dairy air pollution in unanimous vote Register-Guard November 2022
- Oregon DEQ: Don’t regulate dairy air emissions just yet Statesman-Journal November 2022
- Coalition of 22 advocacy groups ask Oregon to regulate dairy air pollution Salem Statesman-Journal August 2022
- Groups petition Oregon to regulate dairy air emissions Capital Press August 2022
- Advocates File Petition Demanding the State of Oregon Address Mega-Dairy Air Pollution Common Dreams August 2022
Climate Change
Climate Justice
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Guest Viewpoint: The Voices of Climate Change: A community conversation on climate change is April 10 at the Eugene Public Library April 2024
- State will restart rulemaking for greenhouse gas limits Portland Tribune January 2024
- New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: ‘I was able to see this noxious plume’ Yahoo News December 2023
- New report highlights the dangers of gas appliances in homes Fox26 December 2023
- Lawmakers, advocates ask state to investigate NW Natural for misleading claims about natural gas Oregon Capital Chronicle December 2023
- Lane County to decide on facility that would divert food, recyclables from landfill KLCC radio December 2023
- Lane County says proposed waste processing facility could divert 80,000 tons of trash November 2023
- Landfills in Washington and Oregon leaked ‘explosive’ levels of methane last year Grist October 2023
- Methane leaks at Coffin Butte Landfill in Oregon pose 'potential safety concern,' EPA says Eugene Register-Guard October 2023
- Beyond Toxics studies gas stove emissions KATU-TV July 2023
- Local environmental organization demonstrates pollution from gas stoves KEZI-TV July 2023
- Beyond Toxics, Oregon Health Authority deliver nearly 100 air conditioners to those in need KEZI-TV July 2023
- Eugene non-profit to distribute free air conditioners to at-risk households this summer KMTR-TV July 2023
- Workshop students take on climate change and environmental justice Willamette University News April 2023
- An Oregon City Banned Natural Gas. The Gas Company Fought Back Bloomberg April 2023
- Beyond Toxics releases report on potential environmental and health impacts of gas stoves April 2023
- Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment Held in Cottage Grove Cottage Grove Sentinel March 2023
- Going Up in Flames: Beyond Toxics Study Shows The Dangers of Gas Appliances Eugene Weekly February 2023
- Making the switch to eco-friendly cleaners Mom Magazine - Lane County February 2023
Consumer Awareness
- Proposed landfill expansion in Benton County sees second attempt KLCC radio July 2024
- Eugene-based Beyond Toxics highlights risk to food safety after SCOTUS decision KVAL.tv July 2024
- Oregon's Hidden Air Pollution Problem: Fossil Fuels in Buildings Sierra Club March 2024
- Locus Focus: Fumes in Focus KBOO radio January 2024
- New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: ‘I was able to see this noxious plume’ Yahoo News December 2023
- New report highlights the dangers of gas appliances in homes Fox26 December 2023
- Lawmakers, advocates ask state to investigate NW Natural for misleading claims about natural gas Oregon Capital Chronicle December 2023
- Oregon officials, activists call on AG Rosenblum to investigate NW Natural KOIN-TV December 2023
- Methane leaks at Coffin Butte Landfill in Oregon pose 'potential safety concern,' EPA says Eugene Register-Guard October 2023
- Eugene City Council debates ban, suspension or location restrictions of new gas stations October 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- Local organizations plead for moratorium on new gas stations being built in Eugene KEZI-TV October 2023
- City of Eugene considers ban on construction of new gas stations KVAL-TV October 2023
- ‘Natural’ Gas Is Dangerous To Your Health (letter to the Editor) August 2023
- Beyond Toxics studies gas stove emissions KATU-TV July 2023
- Local environmental organization demonstrates pollution from gas stoves KEZI-TV July 2023
- Beyond Toxics, Oregon Health Authority deliver nearly 100 air conditioners to those in need KEZI-TV July 2023
- Local group protests the City of Eugene's natural gas ban KEZI-TV June 2023
- LRAPA seeks new permit for embattled Baxter facility in Bethel area KLCC Radio May 2023
- An Oregon City Banned Natural Gas. The Gas Company Fought Back Bloomberg April 2023
Energy
- Bethel-area residents angry and frustrated over proposed fuel facility project KEZI-TV September 2024
- Locus Focus: Fumes in Focus KBOO radio January 2024
- New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: ‘I was able to see this noxious plume’ Yahoo News December 2023
- Lawmakers, advocates ask state to investigate NW Natural for misleading claims about natural gas Oregon Capital Chronicle December 2023
- Oregon officials, activists call on AG Rosenblum to investigate NW Natural KOIN-TV December 2023
- Lane County says proposed waste processing facility could divert 80,000 tons of trash November 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- City of Eugene considers ban on construction of new gas stations KVAL-TV October 2023
- Guest Viewpoint: Rethinking the Pump: Why there is no need for new gas stations Eugene Weekly October 2023
- Beyond Toxics is pushing for shuttered J.H. Baxter facility to become solar power array KEZI-TV September 2023
- Environmental organization sees a sunny side to J.H. Baxter plant’s future KLCC radio September 2023
- ‘Natural’ Gas Is Dangerous To Your Health (letter to the Editor) August 2023
- Beyond Toxics studies gas stove emissions KATU-TV July 2023
- Local environmental organization demonstrates pollution from gas stoves KEZI-TV July 2023
- Beyond Toxics, Oregon Health Authority deliver nearly 100 air conditioners to those in need KEZI-TV July 2023
- Local group protests the City of Eugene's natural gas ban KEZI-TV June 2023
- An Oregon City Banned Natural Gas. The Gas Company Fought Back Bloomberg April 2023
- Going Up in Flames: Beyond Toxics Study Shows The Dangers of Gas Appliances Eugene Weekly February 2023
- Eugene First City in Oregon to Ban Natural Gas Eugene Weekly February 2023
- Oregon may tighten Covanta waste incinerator emissions, require health study Salem Statesman-Journal January 2023
Environmental Justice
- Oregon DEQ sues J.H. Baxter, related companies for repair costs at shuttered facility KEZI-TV October 2024
- Officials push for Superfund status at Eugene’s deactivated J.H. Baxter plant KLCC radio September 2024
- Bethel-area residents angry and frustrated over proposed fuel facility project KEZI-TV September 2024
- OHA releases health consultation on J.H. Baxter and surrounding neighborhoods KLCC August 2024
- First chemical removal in EPA's $10M J.H. Baxter cleanup this week KMTR-TV August 2024
- Eugene expects federal funds for cleanup of Trainsong Park KLCC radio May 2024
- Community Conversation Podcast - Environmental Pollution on Your Doorstep Education YouTube March 2024
- State will restart rulemaking for greenhouse gas limits Portland Tribune January 2024
- Eugene City Council debates ban, suspension or location restrictions of new gas stations October 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- A Roadmap to Environmental Justice For West Eugene Ethos Magazine October 2023
- City of Eugene considers ban on construction of new gas stations KVAL-TV October 2023
- Guest Viewpoint: Rethinking the Pump: Why there is no need for new gas stations Eugene Weekly October 2023
- Beyond Toxics is pushing for shuttered J.H. Baxter facility to become solar power array KEZI-TV September 2023
- Environmental organization sees a sunny side to J.H. Baxter plant’s future KLCC radio September 2023
- Local non-profit to give away air purifiers to residents affected by J.H. Baxter pollution KEZI-TV August 2023
- Beyond Toxics, Oregon Health Authority deliver nearly 100 air conditioners to those in need KEZI-TV July 2023
- Eugene non-profit to distribute free air conditioners to at-risk households this summer KMTR-TV July 2023
- EPA and DEQ brief locals on J.H. Baxter cleanup, including possible Superfund status KLCC radio July 2023
- Oregon’s Legislature passes nation’s strictest incinerator monitoring bill Salem Statesman-Journal June 2023
Food Issues
- Eugene-based Beyond Toxics highlights risk to food safety after SCOTUS decision KVAL.tv July 2024
- We Fought the Lawn...and the Bees Won Eugene Weekly March 2023
- Willamalane to end use of most toxic pesticides at Dorris Ranch orchards Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- Willamalane may adopt organic management practices at Dorris Ranch after pesticide use concerns Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Senate bill offers protection from aerial sprays March 2021
- Oregon Lawmakers Take On Phasing Out A Controversial Pesticide, Again January 2020
- Food Study Finds Pesticide Residues In Oregon March 2019
- Harmful pesticides found in common store-brand foods February 2019
- Increased DEQ pesticide authority worries farm groups January 2018
- 'Third World conditions': Many Oregon farmworkers live in substandard housing November 2017
- Protect Portland’s Pollinators: The Bee Jubilee (blog) May 2015
- Bee deaths could impact Oregon wine industry April 2015
- More Than a Million People Ask Lowe’s to Stop Selling Bee-killing Pesticides October 2014
- Oregon's GMO Sellout May 2014
- To bee or not to bee: Colony collapse threatens honeybees and plants they pollinate September 2013
- 'If bees weren't pollinating, we wouldn't have half of this produce' August 2013
- Pesticides Killing Bee Population (video) August 2013
- National Bee Day is Saturday, Aug. 17 (Eugene Weekly Biz Beat) August 2013
Forestry Issues
- Learn about sustainable practices on annual resilient forest tour this summer Register-Guard June 2022
- Letter to the Editor: We live in constant threat July 2020
- The forgotten diversity of the pioneering timbermen - Opinion by Lisa Arkin March 2020
- Letter to the Editor: The forgotten diversity of the pioneering timbermen March 2020
- Brown announces 'historic' agreement February 2020
- Oregon environmental groups, timber companies strike ‘extraordinary’ compromise, signaling end to November ballot fight February 2020
- As wildfire smoke clears, Oregon looks to controlled burns September 2018
- Oregon Makes Case For Prescribed Fire Smoke August 2018
- July 25, 2018 KSKQ radio interview with Lisa Arkin on Resilient Forests July 2018
- Discussion in Eugene highlights clear-cut differences in opinion held by timber executive and environmentalist April 2018
- Paint the Town Green November 2017
- Green Groups Object to Logging Companies Bid to Be on Sustainable Business Network Board November 2017
- Bill would remove barrier to Oregon pesticide lawsuits March 2017
- Modern forestry and the environment March 2017
- Oregon lawmakers backing pesticide restrictions poised to shape farm policy February 2017
- AERIAL SPRAY RESPONSE - Lisa Arkin's letter to the editor December 2016
- BEYOND TOXICS LEADER FINDS POLITICS OBSTACLE TO CLEAN WATER, HEALTHY FORESTS September 2016
- Timber Cover-Up (LinkedIn blog by Paul Tice) September 2016
- Timber's Cover-Up July 2016
- EW Activist Alert 6-30-2016 June 2016
Forestry Pesticide Reform
- Pesticide Regulation Still Uncertain After GOP Walkout Prevents Vote March 2020
- Going after troublesome weeds with steam March 2020
- Brown announces 'historic' agreement February 2020
- Oregon environmental groups, timber companies strike ‘extraordinary’ compromise, signaling end to November ballot fight February 2020
- Oregon Lawmakers Take On Phasing Out A Controversial Pesticide, Again January 2020
- Pesticide Spraying on Roadsides November 2019
- Oregon joins lawsuit challenging EPA over chlorpyrifos September 2019
- Health and Environmental Groups Call on EPA to Revoke Glyphosate's Registration September 2019
- Eugene Stops Glyphosate Use On City Property August 2019
- Oregon (And The EPA) Failed To Ban This Toxic Pesticide July 2019
- Oregon’s State Forests Under Fire June 2019
- Op-Ed: Sustainable farming can protect children April 2019
- Oregon Aerial Pesticide Bills Get Hearings In Salem April 2019
- Capitol News Conference on SB 853 and HB 3058 March 2019
- Rules governing weedkiller linked to Sisters tree deaths delayed March 2019
- Oregon Lawmakers Consider Ban On Pesticide Chlorpyrifos March 2019
- 'It kills everything, it kills birds and bees, it harms children and farm workers' March 2019
- Oregon Legislature Considers Pesticide Reform Bills March 2019
- Talent fights weeds with organics March 2019
- Food Study Finds Pesticide Residues In Oregon March 2019
Government
- Oregon DEQ sues J.H. Baxter, related companies for repair costs at shuttered facility KEZI-TV October 2024
- Officials push for Superfund status at Eugene’s deactivated J.H. Baxter plant KLCC radio September 2024
- First chemical removal in EPA's $10M J.H. Baxter cleanup this week KMTR-TV August 2024
- Residents, environmental groups oppose expansion of Coffin Butte Landfill KEZI-TV August 2024
- Wyden, Merkley, Hoyle call for EPA investigation into Coffin Butte Landfill Salem Statesman-Journal August 2024
- State will restart rulemaking for greenhouse gas limits Portland Tribune January 2024
- Most uses of controversial pesticide are now prohibited in Oregon OPB January 2024
- Oregon officials, activists call on AG Rosenblum to investigate NW Natural KOIN-TV December 2023
- Lane County to decide on facility that would divert food, recyclables from landfill KLCC radio December 2023
- Turtles and turf: Eugene activists urge caution in city's designs for sports complex KLCC radio November 2023
- Landfills in Washington and Oregon leaked ‘explosive’ levels of methane last year Grist October 2023
- Methane leaks at Coffin Butte Landfill in Oregon pose 'potential safety concern,' EPA says Eugene Register-Guard October 2023
- Eugene City Council debates ban, suspension or location restrictions of new gas stations October 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- Local organizations plead for moratorium on new gas stations being built in Eugene KEZI-TV October 2023
- City of Eugene considers ban on construction of new gas stations KVAL-TV October 2023
- Eugene non-profit to distribute free air conditioners to at-risk households this summer KMTR-TV July 2023
- EPA and DEQ brief locals on J.H. Baxter cleanup, including possible Superfund status KLCC radio July 2023
- Local group protests the City of Eugene's natural gas ban KEZI-TV June 2023
- What's next for homes contaminated by the J.H. Baxter wood treatment plant in West Eugene Register-Guard April 2023
Green and Clean Home
- New documentary provides troubling visual of the dangers of a common appliance: ‘I was able to see this noxious plume’ Yahoo News December 2023
- Making the switch to eco-friendly cleaners Mom Magazine - Lane County February 2023
- 7 Hidden Health Dangers of Spring Cleaning February 2017
- Environmentalists call Walmart 'Going Green' goal monumental (video) September 2013
- Raising a stink about the contents of fragrances January 2012
- EPA Selects Four Pacific Northwest Groups For Environmental Justice Grants December 2011
Healthy Air Oregon
- Lisa Arkin interview on KPOV radio April 2020
- Marion County gives trash burner another year to win state tax credits September 2019
- Oregon Eyes Linking Toxic Air Pollution Permits to Health Risks June 2018
- Regional pollution workshop Saturday October 2017
- Guest Editorial: Oregon needs local toxics-reporting laws by Mary O'Brien and Lisa Arkin March 2016
- Clean-diesel trucks could clear air and win more bids June 2015
- EPA announces $371,000 for Oregon clean diesel projects March 2015
- Complaint Filed Over Power Plant Air August 2014
- Beyond Toxics Files Civil Rights Complaint Over Seneca Biomass Permit August 2014
- LRAPA Accused of Discrimination August 2014
- Seneca air proposal criticized - Eugene R-G October 2013
- Seneca biomass plant applies to increase pollutant cap July 2013
- Seneca power plant requests increase in pollution cap July 2013
- Kids in West Eugene Most Prone to Asthma - KEZI-TV July 2013
- Tons of Pollution - Seneca applies to increase its emissions to 17 tons July 2013
- Eugene Council Says No to Coal Trains October 2012
- Anti-coal resolution passes in Eugene City Council vote October 2012
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Local impacts of coal exports unacceptable October 2012
- County puts off coal consideration October 2012
- Jobs, environment at core of coal debate October 2012
Legislation
- Oregon’s Legislature passes nation’s strictest incinerator monitoring bill June 2023
- Oregon Legislature debates medical waste burning at Covanta incinerator in Marion County Salem Statesman-Journal March 2023
- Toxic chemicals in schools, toys and personal care products could soon be banned in Oregon Salem Statesman-Journal February 2023
- Legal action: Coalition tries to defend Oregon’s climate protection program The News Guard September 2022
- Wrongful Pesticide Use on OR School Grounds Worries Public-Health Advocates October 2021
- Resolution: Oregon's natural resource policy must consider environmental justice impacts June 2021
- Opinion: Land-use bill would give seat at the table to those left out April 2021
- Guest View: A just future for all Oregonians April 2021
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Senate bill offers protection from aerial sprays March 2021
- Will 2021 Be the Year for Environmental Justice Legislation? States Are Already Leading the Way January 2021
- Bill would add climate change, environmental justice to state land-use goals January 2021
- Environmental equality January 2021
- Bills would rewrite Oregon's land use law to include environmental justice, climate change January 2021
- Lisa Arkin interview on KPOV radio April 2020
- Pesticide Regulation Still Uncertain After GOP Walkout Prevents Vote March 2020
- Oregon Lawmakers Take On Phasing Out A Controversial Pesticide, Again January 2020
- Supporters of Clean Energy Bill Pass Preliminary Hurdle October 2019
- Improving Oil Train Safety: Railroads will have to create contingency plans with HB 2209 July 2019
- Oregon (And The EPA) Failed To Ban This Toxic Pesticide July 2019
- Op-Ed: Sustainable farming can protect children April 2019
Non Toxic Oregon
- HB2409 gives homeowners freedom of choice, R-G Guest Editorial March 2022
- Willamalane to end use of most toxic pesticides at Dorris Ranch orchards Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- Willamalane may adopt organic management practices at Dorris Ranch after pesticide use concerns Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- SOME PEOPLE IN JACKSON COUNTY ARE WORRIED ABOUT HERBICIDES December 2019
- Pesticide Spraying on Roadsides November 2019
- Nontoxic roadsides for southern Oregon October 2019
- Non Toxic Oregon is Here! September 2019
- Talent moves toward organic park management September 2019
- Eugene Stops Glyphosate Use On City Property August 2019
- Eugene's Moratorium On Glyphosate August 2019
Northwest Coal Trains
- Improving Oil Train Safety: Railroads will have to create contingency plans with HB 2209 July 2019
- Coal Export Negotiations End April 2013
- Court Victory for Groups Fighting Coal Exports! February 2013
- Eugene Council Says No to Coal Trains October 2012
- Anti-coal resolution passes in Eugene City Council vote October 2012
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Local impacts of coal exports unacceptable October 2012
- County puts off coal consideration October 2012
- Commissioners table coal port issue October 2012
- Debate over Eugene coal train pits jobs against environment October 2012
- Jobs, environment at core of coal debate October 2012
- County delays coal issue decision October 2012
- Pacific Northwest Says No to Coal Trains September 2012
- Coal: Road to riches or the wrong track? September 2012
- R-G COMMENTARY by Lisa Arkin: Coal deals Oregon a bad hand August 2012
- Health and Health Care Forum hosted by Roberta Hall interviewed Lisa Arkin and Alison Guzman August 2012
- International Investors Want In On Oregon Coast Coal Terminal April 2012
Pesticide Reform
- Oregonians might benefit from recent EPA policy changes on pesticide spray drift Klamath Sports and News July 2024
- EPA updates protections from pesticide drift for farm workers, communities Oregon Public Broadcasting July 2024
- Most uses of controversial pesticide are now prohibited in Oregon OPB January 2024
- Which pesticides are polluting Oregon streams? New site shares state findings Oregon Public Broadcasting August 2022
- HB2409 gives homeowners freedom of choice, R-G Guest Editorial March 2022
- Willamalane to end use of most toxic pesticides at Dorris Ranch orchards Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- Willamalane may adopt organic management practices at Dorris Ranch after pesticide use concerns Eugene Register-Guard December 2021
- Wrongful Pesticide Use on OR School Grounds Worries Public-Health Advocates October 2021
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Senate bill offers protection from aerial sprays March 2021
- Letter to the Editor: We live in constant threat July 2020
- Wheeler’s back yard to receive chemical soup again July 2020
- North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection – Pesticides & Environmental Justice Presentation Feb. 29th March 2020
Regenerative Ecosystems
- The Birds and The Bees and Some Turtles May 2024
- Turtles and turf: Eugene activists urge caution in city's designs for sports complex KLCC radio November 2023
- Eugene Mural Brings New Attention to Native Oregon Plants Public News Service July 2022
- 'Sign of inclusivity': Eugene leaders remark on new Kalapuya mural KVAL-TV July 2022
- Kalapuya Mural dedication to be held at Westmoreland Park KLCC radio July 2022
- Susan Applegate's Spectacular Kalapuya Lifeways Mural Unveiled at Westmoreland Community Center KLCC radio June 2022
- Beyond Toxics 8th Annual Bee Jazzy - EW blog June 2022
- Learn about sustainable practices on annual resilient forest tour this summer Register-Guard June 2022
- Kalapuya's relationship to native plants focus of new mural OPB May 2022
Safe Public Places
- Poisoned Pines In Central Oregon To Be Cut February 2019
- Tree deaths near Sisters spawn state investigation January 2019
- Oregon officials criticized for pesticides killing pines (AP) June 2018
- Environmental groups blast ODOT, Forest Service over pesticide error June 2018
- County Looks at Spraying Roadsides with Herbicides April 2016
- County Commission Pondering Roadside Pesticides September 2014
- State fines company over Curry County herbicides August 2014
- Homeowners don't need free access to toxic pesticides: Guest Opinion February 2014
- Uphill Fight To Ban Bee-Killing Toxics October 2013
- Store-bought plants treated with bee-killing pesticide, study says August 2013
- National Bee Day is Saturday, Aug. 17 (Eugene Weekly Biz Beat) August 2013
- STUDY: Treated plants sold to consumers kill bees (video) August 2013
- 2013 legislative session wasn’t a total loss for product safety advocates July 2013
- Safe Public Places Act July 2013
- New pesticide reduction law a significant win July 2013
- Eugene Non-Profit Works to Ban Pesticide Responsible for Major Bee Die-off June 2013
- Oregon Adopts IPM Policy for All State-Owned Land June 2013
- Non-Pesticide Pest Management on JPR June 2013
- Senate passes state IPM committee bill May 2013
- Bill to cut pesticide use by Oregon state agencies wins Senate support May 2013
Social and Racial Justice
- A Roadmap to Environmental Justice For West Eugene Ethos Magazine October 2023
- Eugene non-profit to distribute free air conditioners to at-risk households this summer KMTR-TV July 2023
- Eugene Mural Brings New Attention to Native Oregon Plants Public News Service July 2022
- 'Sign of inclusivity': Eugene leaders remark on new Kalapuya mural KVAL-TV July 2022
- Kalapuya Mural dedication to be held at Westmoreland Park KLCC radio July 2022
- Susan Applegate's Spectacular Kalapuya Lifeways Mural Unveiled at Westmoreland Community Center KLCC radio June 2022
- A chronic polluter closes its doors. What’s next? High Country News June 2022
- Kalapuya's relationship to native plants focus of new mural OPB May 2022
- Oregon Wood Processing Plant Closes, but Complaints Linger on The Click May 2022
- City Club of Eugene: Annual Meeting, Elections, Annual Turtle Awards May 2022
- Eugene councilors planning sessions on expanding authority over polluters April 2022
- Eugene meeting will focus on regulating polluters March 2022
- After 80 years, Eugene's J.H. Baxter plant shutters but legal entanglements remain KLCC January 2022
- J.H. Baxter shutdown follows series of environmental violations KEZI-TV January 2022
- Dirty Dirt: JH Baxter in west Eugene is ceasing operations while residents wait for cleanup after soil samples show contamination in six west Eugene properties January 2022
- J.H. Baxter wood treatment plant in west Eugene to end operations Monday Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Plans to clean up Eugene yards contaminated near J.H. Baxter plant still in the works Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Oregon DEQ finds carcinogenic compounds in west Eugene yards around J.H. Baxter & Co. plant Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Soil removal ordered for homes near J.H. Baxter plant in Eugene January 2022
- City of Eugene closes Trainsong Park temporarily due to dioxins in soil KMTR-TV January 2022
Soil Health
- Oregon DEQ sues J.H. Baxter, related companies for repair costs at shuttered facility KEZI-TV October 2024
- OHA releases health consultation on J.H. Baxter and surrounding neighborhoods KLCC August 2024
- Eugene expects federal funds for cleanup of Trainsong Park KLCC radio May 2024
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Most uses of controversial pesticide are now prohibited in Oregon OPB January 2024
- Lane County to decide on facility that would divert food, recyclables from landfill KLCC radio December 2023
- Landfills in Washington and Oregon leaked ‘explosive’ levels of methane last year Grist October 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- A Roadmap to Environmental Justice For West Eugene Ethos Magazine October 2023
- Local organizations plead for moratorium on new gas stations being built in Eugene KEZI-TV October 2023
- EPA and DEQ brief locals on J.H. Baxter cleanup, including possible Superfund status KLCC radio July 2023
- State warns Eugene neighborhood of dioxin contamination in soil The Lund Report March 2023
- ETHOS PODCAST - episode 1 - Still Waiting: West Eugene Residents stand by, continuously threatened by their own soil. May 2022
- After 80 years, Eugene's J.H. Baxter plant shutters but legal entanglements remain KLCC January 2022
- J.H. Baxter shutdown follows series of environmental violations KEZI-TV January 2022
- J.H. Baxter wood treatment plant in west Eugene to end operations Monday Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Plans to clean up Eugene yards contaminated near J.H. Baxter plant still in the works Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Oregon DEQ finds carcinogenic compounds in west Eugene yards around J.H. Baxter & Co. plant Eugene Register-Guard January 2022
- Soil removal ordered for homes near J.H. Baxter plant in Eugene January 2022
- City of Eugene closes Trainsong Park temporarily due to dioxins in soil KMTR-TV January 2022
Toxic Chemicals
- Oregon DEQ sues J.H. Baxter, related companies for repair costs at shuttered facility KEZI-TV October 2024
- Officials push for Superfund status at Eugene’s deactivated J.H. Baxter plant KLCC radio September 2024
- Bethel-area residents angry and frustrated over proposed fuel facility project KEZI-TV September 2024
- OHA releases health consultation on J.H. Baxter and surrounding neighborhoods KLCC August 2024
- Despite calls for public vote, Lane continues with food waste diversion project KLCC radio August 2024
- First chemical removal in EPA's $10M J.H. Baxter cleanup this week KMTR-TV August 2024
- Oregonians might benefit from recent EPA policy changes on pesticide spray drift Klamath Sports and News July 2024
- EPA updates protections from pesticide drift for farm workers, communities Oregon Public Broadcasting July 2024
- Proposed landfill expansion in Benton County sees second attempt KLCC radio July 2024
- Eugene expects federal funds for cleanup of Trainsong Park KLCC radio May 2024
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Community Conversation Podcast - Environmental Pollution on Your Doorstep Education YouTube March 2024
- Oregon's Hidden Air Pollution Problem: Fossil Fuels in Buildings Sierra Club March 2024
- Most uses of controversial pesticide are now prohibited in Oregon OPB January 2024
- New report highlights the dangers of gas appliances in homes Fox26 December 2023
- Lawmakers, advocates ask state to investigate NW Natural for misleading claims about natural gas Oregon Capital Chronicle December 2023
- Oregon officials, activists call on AG Rosenblum to investigate NW Natural KOIN-TV December 2023
- Eugene City Council debates ban, suspension or location restrictions of new gas stations October 2023
- Eugene City Council wrestles with ban on new gas stations to reduce use of fossil fuels Oregon Public Broadcasting October 2023
- A Roadmap to Environmental Justice For West Eugene Ethos Magazine October 2023
Traditional knowledge
- Performance inspires cross-cultural insight, connection, education at Island Park The Chronicle August 2023
- Eugene Mural Brings New Attention to Native Oregon Plants Public News Service July 2022
- 'Sign of inclusivity': Eugene leaders remark on new Kalapuya mural KVAL-TV July 2022
- Kalapuya Mural dedication to be held at Westmoreland Park KLCC radio July 2022
- Susan Applegate's Spectacular Kalapuya Lifeways Mural Unveiled at Westmoreland Community Center KLCC radio June 2022
- Kalapuya's relationship to native plants focus of new mural OPB May 2022
Waste Management
- Despite calls for public vote, Lane continues with food waste diversion project KLCC radio August 2024
- Pressure mounts on methane-polluting Oregon landfill to clean up its act August 2024
- Coffin Butte Landfill proposed expansion raises environmental and health concerns OPB - Think Out Loud August 2024
- Residents, environmental groups oppose expansion of Coffin Butte Landfill KEZI-TV August 2024
- Wyden, Merkley, Hoyle call for EPA investigation into Coffin Butte Landfill Salem Statesman-Journal August 2024
- A huge landfill in Oregon is spewing methane. Its owners want to expand. Canary Media August 2024
- Benton County residents report odor and fire risks at Coffin Butte landfill August 2024
- Proposed landfill expansion in Benton County sees second attempt KLCC radio July 2024
- Coffin Butte Landfill workers allege safety and environmental violations - Yahoo Yahoo News April 2024
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Lane County to decide on facility that would divert food, recyclables from landfill KLCC radio December 2023
- Lane County says proposed waste processing facility could divert 80,000 tons of trash November 2023
Water Quality
- Officials push for Superfund status at Eugene’s deactivated J.H. Baxter plant KLCC radio September 2024
- Bethel-area residents angry and frustrated over proposed fuel facility project KEZI-TV September 2024
- Pressure mounts on methane-polluting Oregon landfill to clean up its act August 2024
- Proposed landfill expansion in Benton County sees second attempt KLCC radio July 2024
- Oregon cites Republic Services' Coffin Butte Landfill following worker complaints Salem Statesman-Journal April 2024
- Most uses of controversial pesticide are now prohibited in Oregon OPB January 2024
- Methane leaks at Coffin Butte Landfill in Oregon pose 'potential safety concern,' EPA says Eugene Register-Guard October 2023
- State warns Eugene neighborhood of dioxin contamination in soil The Lund Report March 2023
- Which pesticides are polluting Oregon streams? New site shares state findings Oregon Public Broadcasting August 2022
- Groups petition Oregon to regulate dairy air emissions Capital Press August 2022
- Advocates File Petition Demanding the State of Oregon Address Mega-Dairy Air Pollution Common Dreams August 2022
- A chronic polluter closes its doors. What’s next? High Country News June 2022
- Learn about sustainable practices on annual resilient forest tour this summer Register-Guard June 2022
- Celebrate the planet with these local Earth Day events April 2021
- R-G GUEST VIEWPOINT: Senate bill offers protection from aerial sprays March 2021
- Wheeler’s back yard to receive chemical soup again July 2020
- The Tuesday Point: An interview with Lisa Arkin April 2020
- Free to breathe and thrive March 2020
- North Coast Communities for Watershed Protection – Pesticides & Environmental Justice Presentation Feb. 29th March 2020
- Going after troublesome weeds with steam March 2020
Worker Rights
- Coffin Butte Landfill workers allege safety and environmental violations - Yahoo Yahoo News April 2024
- Jackson Co. holding PPE drive for farm employers Wednesday July 2020
- Pesticide Regulation Still Uncertain After GOP Walkout Prevents Vote March 2020
- The forgotten diversity of the pioneering timbermen - Opinion by Lisa Arkin March 2020
- Letter to the Editor: The forgotten diversity of the pioneering timbermen March 2020
- Oregon joins lawsuit challenging EPA over chlorpyrifos September 2019
- Oregon (And The EPA) Failed To Ban This Toxic Pesticide July 2019
- Pesticide rules won’t protect workers October 2018
- Oregon OHSA: Aerial spraying allowed when farmworkers in on-site housing July 2018
- State: Farmworkers to 'shelter in place' from pesticides July 2018
- Oregon Finalizes Farmworker Pesticide Protection Standards July 2018
- After unprecedented input, Oregon OSHA adopts new farmworker protection standards July 2018
- Increased DEQ pesticide authority worries farm groups January 2018
- LETTERS IN THE EDITOR'S MAILBAG: OSHA misses point on pesticides December 2017
- Wood products workers voice concerns about state’s Cleaner Air Oregon plan December 2017
- Oregon wrestles with pesticide spray zone regulations December 2017
- Protecting Farmworkers From Pesticides By Sheltering Them Indoors Draws Skepticism December 2017
- R-G EDITORIAL: Don’t spray farmworkers December 2017
- DOZENS SPEAK AGAINST PROPOSED OSHA RULES AFFECTING FARM WORKERS December 2017
- Oregon OSHA meets with community members who say they are unsatisfied with their proposal December 2017