February 6, 2023 — The City of Eugene voted five to three tonight to phase out fossil fuels like gas in new homes and buildings, a historic step that will cut climate pollution, improve air quality, and lower utility bills for households. The vote from the City Council delivered a major victory to the dozens of climate, environmental justice, health, housing and racial justice groups who organized for more than two years in favor of the policy.
July 27, 2022 — In a major step toward a clean energy future, the Eugene City Council voted today to move forward with a suite of measures advancing the transition off of gas in homes and buildings. The motions include one directing staff to draft ordinance language to mandate that all new homes be constructed 100% electric by June 1, 2023; a second advancing conversations to transition new commercial and industrial construction to require all electric; and a third directing the City Manager
Download PDF Version Position Title: Coalition Coordinator, Fossil Free Eugene CoalitionLocation: Eugene, OR*This position is work from home, and coalition meetings are currently being held remotely due to the pandemic. However, we expect to resume in person meetings at some point in 2022, thus being based in Lane County, Oregon is required.Reports to: Fossil Free … Continue reading Fossil Free Eugene & Lane County Seeks Coalition Coordinator
