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Some other local environmental organizations to check out:
“Sunrise Movement PDX began with a group of young people heeding the call to create a space in Portland’s climate justice community for youth to come together and uplift each other’s voices. We strive to empower our generations to become active and take leadership in this movement.”
“Our mission is to build a diverse grassroots movement to address the causes of climate disruption through justice-based solutions by inspiring, training and mobilizing people to act.”
“The Sierra Club is the most enduring and influential grassroots environmental organization in the United States. We amplify the power of our 3.8 million members and supporters to defend everyone’s right to a healthy world.”
“The Portland Clean Energy Fund is a municipal grant program that was established by a citizen ballot measure, which passed in November 2018 with 65% support from Portland voters. It will distribute $44-61 million every year in clean energy funding for renewable energy, energy efficiency, job training, green infrastructure, and future innovation for all Portlanders, prioritizing low-income residents and people of color.”
Organizing People, Activating Leaders: OPAL is a grass-roots organization aiming to build bases, fortify movements, and activate leaders in BIPOC and low-income communities.