For years, Oregon has been working to write and enforce rules to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from commercial trucks. Now the Trump administration and the U.S. Senate could derail that effort.

Beginning in 2027, grocers and restaurants will have to use recycled paper bags.

Joining the Exchange is Beth Boos, the Community Engagement Manager at the Rogue River Watershed Council and John Speece, the Project Manager.

Interview with the author of The Age of Melt

Oregonians looking to purchase or lease an electric vehicle can now apply for some cash back, as the state reopens its popular rebate program this week.

The U.S. Senate voted Thursday to prevent California from enforcing regulations on tailpipe emission from new cars and trucks, upending state regulations for the nearly 40% of Americans whose states follow California standards.

In fire-prone Southern Oregon, residents of the Greensprings joined forces to carry out a 12-acre prescribed burn—lighting controlled fire to reduce wildfire risk and restore forest health. The effort reflects a growing movement to use“good fire” to reshape landscapes and build community resilience.

The surprising development dredges up debate on a topic that once inspired multiple Republican walkouts.

Tony Schick and Monica Samayoa of OPB join the Exchange to discuss their investigation conducted in partnership with ProPublica.

Max Light-Pacheco, Community Engagement Manager at OEC joins the Exchange to discuss.

Joseph Vaile, Senior Representative for the Northwest Program of Defenders of Wildlife, joins the Exchange.

Joining the Exchange are Christina Ammon and Joshua Paddock Dean.