Are Obama and Gov. Inslee Using Same Environmental “Playbook?”
We've detailed the numerous attempts by WA Govnernor Jay Inslee to become the "greenest" state leader in U.S. history. Now, more from his "mentor" in D.C....
View ArticleGov. Inslee, West Coast Leaders “Applaud” Obama’s New Carbon Standards
While numerous business and economic leaders are warning of the negative effects it will have on the economy, political leaders are applauding. Continue reading…
View ArticleGov. Inslee, Bill Gates, Prepared to “Push” Environmental Agenda on China
Apparently Gov. Inslee isn't satisfied with just dragging Washington state into the clutches of environmentalists - regardless of economic impact. Now his sights are set on Asia, and Microsoft's Bill...
View ArticleInslee Now has TWO Programs To Raise Gas Prices?
According to investigative work by SHIFTWA, there's now TWO potential whammies coming to the pump, if Gov. Inslee gets his way. Continue reading…
View ArticleGov. Inslee On ‘Climate Change’ Tour – Millions in Green Grants Awarded
On one hand, we do applaud research and development into alternative energies. Hey, it can't hurt. But on the other hand, should the state be handing out millions of dollars when it can't balance...
View ArticleEnvironmental Groups Sue over Hanford Nuclear Reactor
Three Northwest environmental groups are suing a state agency over what they claim is the effect of the Energy Northwest Nuclear reactor at Hanford on Columbia River water. Continue reading…
View ArticleGov. Inslee Plans to Push Environmental Agenda Despite Election Defeats
The millions of dollars pumped into Washington state Senate races by CA environmentalist Tom Steyer didn't keep Democrats from getting beaten in key Senate races, but Gov. Inslee still plans to push...
View ArticleGov. Inslee Likely To Go Beyond Carbon Pricing for Environmental Agenda
Gov. Inslee just got his environmental report from a panel of "experts", and believes numerous steps are needed to curb emissions. What does that mean? Continue reading…
View ArticleLabor Leaders Against Inslee Using Executive Order on Low Carbon Fuels
Considering the source of this excellent editorial, it's a pretty strong message to Gov. Inslee about trying to ramrod his environmental policy. Continue reading…
View ArticleLegislators, Critics Wary of Gov. Inslee’s Big Push for Electric Cars
One legislator is against extending the state's tax break for electric car owners, and spending money the state doesn't have on charging stations. Continue reading…
View ArticlePolling Results on Gov. Inslee’s Climate Change Policies Coming Wednesday
What do business leaders, voters, think of Gov. Inslee's climate change policies? We will find out Wednesday. The Washington state arm of the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) will...
View ArticleWhich Industries Will Face ‘Pollution’ Tax Under Gov. Inslee’s Environmental...
This week, WA Governor Jay Inslee released information about how he wants to spend $12-plus billion dollars to upgrade roads, bridges and transportation infrastructure in our state. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhy Gov. Inslee’s Environmental Plans Matter To YOU
To some, it may seem distant, thinking what happens in Olympia won't really affect them. But nothing could be further from the truth. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat’s Happened To Green Energy Company Tax Money? An Update
Gov. Inslee is set to embark on am ambitious environmental program which he believes will create a green economy and help erase a billion dollar plus deficit. Continue reading…
View ArticleMost “Grassroots” Environmental Groups Are Actually Part of Much Bigger...
Most of the so-called local community based environmental groups you hear about in the news are anything but that. They're actually like the arms of an octopus; part of much larger well-funded...
View ArticleOregon Legislature Set to Vote on Low-Carbon Fuel Standard Wednesday
Oregon has actually had a low-carbon fuel standard since 2009, but only one part of the bill is actually in operation. The bill is set to expire, or sunset, at the end of 2015. But if it's passed,...
View ArticleEnvironmental Group Wants Carbon Tax on 2016 Ballot
No, that's not a typographical error. Perhaps an example of how close the ties are between extreme environmentalists and Gov. Inslee, supporters of Initiative 732 began their quest to get enough...
View ArticleOregon DEQ Fines Lamb Weston
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has fined the Lamb Weston potato processing facility in Hermiston $127,800 for overapplying wastewater containing nitrogen to farmland and causing nitrate...
View ArticleJohnson: I’m A Fighter For Oregon Ag
This fall, voters in Oregon will select a new Governor. Betsy Johnson, a Central Oregon native, and longtime state lawmaker, said she’s an aggressive advocate for the farming...
View ArticleHorse Heaven Wind Farm Envronmental Draft Released
The Washington State Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council has released the EIS, or environmental impact statement about the proposed massive wind farm south of Kennewick. Continue reading…
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