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City Bureaus & Urban Forestry Join Forces to Plant More Street Trees

Urban Forestry is partnering with other Bureaus to pilot a project to plant more street trees in the curb/parking zone. These new curb designs (shown in the photo above) slow traffic to improve road safety and provide space for trees.

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Don't flush your money down the toilet

Leaks can waste a lot of water and money. There’s no better time than Fix-a-Leak Week (March 20-26) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.

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How to catch a running toilet

Toilet leaks are the most common household leaks. There’s no better time than Fix a Leak Week (March 20-26) to track down household leaks that waste more than ONE TRILLION gallons of water nationwide each year.

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Portland Clean Energy Fund releases first draft of Climate Investment Plan

The five-year investment plan outlines PCEF’s commitment to climate justice.

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Portland achieving results through innovations in its solar permitting process

Property owners want to reduce their reliance on the energy grid and promote cleaner and more sustainable sources of electricity. The City of Portland is testing new approaches in the review of permits for solar panel arrays.

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Help Protect Portland’s Ash Trees and Watch for Emerald Ash Borer

This page provides information about the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and Portland Parks & Recreation's EAB Management Plan.

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Garbage service delays due to snow and ice

In case of snow or ice, leave garbage, recycling, and compost carts at the curb. They will be emptied as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Have an idea? We have a Mini Grant.

Applications are always open, and we will make our next selections after the April 1 deadline.

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Finding leaks from space

Yes, you read that right--from space! Learn how we're using satellites to find leaks and save water and money.

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Extended: PCEF Committee recruitment application

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a change agent for Portlanders? Bring your passion, expertise, and unique perspective to our efforts to invest equitably in climate-justice projects by applying to be a PCEF Committee member!

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PCEF Climate Investment Plan review panels

Frontline communities are disproportionately affected by climate change, which is why we need their expertise and unique perspectives in this work. 

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Now available: PCEF community visioning online survey

Share your ideas to achieve a climate-resilient Portland.

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Survey results: CIP accessibility and engagement survey

We asked to hear from you, and here's what you told us

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City Council Statement: ‘A Roadmap for the Next Two Years’

Resolution authorizes Chief Administrative Officer Michael Jordan to implement Measure 26-228, provides insight on how Commissioners-in-Charge will lead organizational change to prepare for City Administrator management, establishes 90-day action plans that address Portland’s most urgent need.

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RiverViews, Winter 2023

RiverViews is a newsletter from the Bureau of Environmental Services — your sewer and stormwater services provider.

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Drop in at one of our CIP Community Visioning events

We want to hear from you!

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Holiday garbage and recycling tips

How to set out your holiday tree, tips for sorting common holiday waste, how to set out extra trash, and what to do in case of snow and ice.

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Commissioner Carmen Rubio passes new Renewable Fuel Standard

New standard represents the most aggressive carbon reduction policy in recent years.

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