Eugene paves pathway for climate action and green jobs
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Solution Areas: Climate Justice Governance & Leadership
Text below from Eugene Clean Energy Fund.
On November 3, voters passed Measure 20-388 by a 17-point margin, approving the creation of the Eugene Clean Energy Fund to invest millions of dollars into local climate resiliency, energy efficiency, and green workforce development.
Thank you for showing up at the polls and taking action at the local level to protect our communities, climate, and small businesses.
You proved that when Eugenians believe in something, we show up and fight. We made a statement to the Trump administration and massive corporations: Community power is stronger than fear and greed.
We celebrate this win and what it means for our city: now we can support Eugene’s green infrastructure and local energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that help to reduce emissions, protect clean air, and create good paying jobs. Even though the election is over, our coalition isn’t going anywhere, we will work diligently to ensure the initiative is implemented effectively, and that the funds go to their highest and best use.
Thank you to every voter and every volunteer that made this win possible. We did it together, and now we look to the future — together.
Stay tuned for details about our celebration event!
The Initiative
Local climate, health, housing, social, and racial justice organizations have come together to develop the Eugene Clean Energy Fund (ECEF) Initiative. Thanks to your help, Measure 20-388 passed with 56% of the vote!
Through a fee on the profits of the largest, wealthiest businesses in Eugene, ECEF will fund community-driven programs to:
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Reduce household energy burden and improve home comfort;
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Expand public-owned renewable energy and other green infrastructure;
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Create jobs in the green economy;
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Build community-wide climate resiliency, especially for Eugene’s frontline and historically marginalized areas.