Oregon Faced a Huge Obstacle in Adding Green Energy. Here’s What Changed This Year.

Oregon has struggled to expand green energy due to an outdated electrical grid unable to handle increased renewable power. Despite a state mandate to transition to green energy, Oregon has lagged behind most of the nation in clean energy growth. Recent reporting by Oregon Public Broadcasting and ProPublica highlighted bureaucratic barriers delaying necessary grid upgrades, prompting a shift in policy. Governor Tina Kotek has issued executive orders to expedite renewable energy development through fast-tracked permits and direct funding for transmission lines. The state's energy department has also recommended creating a state entity to finance and build new transmission lines. This renewed focus on electrical transmission comes as federal policies under President Trump create additional obstacles to renewable energy development.

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