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Let's be blunt for a moment here: Politics is feeling more than a bit brutal. But on the home front, there are points of hopefulness and light. Enjoy one of them: Our interview with 's Jes Larson, available in written and audio formats. It's a fascinating look at the recent Affordable Housing Bond and a hint as to what the future may bring the Metro region!

Interview with Welcome Home Coalition’s Jes Larson - MPower Oregon Read our interview with one of the author's of Portland's successful Affordable Housing Bill.

When science and politics mix: In 2015, Energy Star saved Americans over $34 billion. So...why is the Administration fighting to cut the program?

The Energy Star Program Saves Americans Billions. So, Why Cut It? Evidently, President Trump and his environmental protection chief Scott Pruitt are just getting warmed up.Now they’ve set their sights on one of the most successful and noncontroversial energy-related programs the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has ever managed – Energy Star, a program tha

Make no mistake: These examples of willful ignorance are difficult to read. But if you're energized by causes and , take heart. There is mounting proof that by and large, the marketplace "gets" clean energy, and that it's here to stay.

EPA: White House plans to 'close out' Energy Star, other programs A preliminary budget proposal from the White House would eliminate federal leadership of Energy Star, a popular voluntary program for companies to seek labels for energy-efficient consumer products and appliances.

Some light weekend reading for your perusal: This new report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition shows why investments boost economic mobility, reduce , and improve health outcomes. So...why is it so chronically underfunded?

CHCDF: National Low Income Housing Coalition The Campaign for Housing and Community Development Funding (CHCDF) is an education, strategy and action hub for national organizations dedicated to adequate federal housing and community development funding for lower