XRPDX

Extinction Rebellion in Portland, Oregon – XRPDX – is a local chapter in the international Extinction Rebellion movement. XRPDX organizes people in the Portland, Oregon Metro area: By taking action (online and in person) to resist fossil fuel infrastructure and educate the broader public about the climate emergency. We support our allies in social justice struggles by spreading the word through a bimonthly newsletter; a website and blog and social media channels. We are building a supportive activist culture of appreciation and skill-sharing. We share a love of the natural world and a vision of a more just and equitable world.

DEQ Public Hearings Cancelled

December 2, 2024November 17, 2024 by XRPDX

Meet at 350PDX Workspace DEQ pauses Zenith air quality permit process, cancels air quality permit meetings. You are invited to: Zenith On The Ropes CelebrationTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19th @ 6:00 pmThe 350PDX Workspace3639 N Mississippi Avenue. … Read more

CLIMATE ORGANIZATIONS SPONSOR SYSTEM CHANGE FILM SCREENING AND PANEL DISCUSSION

November 17, 2024November 13, 2024 by XRPDX

(Portland, Oregon) In the immediate aftermath of the national elections, over 20 local organizations supporting climate and environmental action are cosponsoring a film showing and discussion panel focused on developing a just and sustainable economy. … Read more

Right-sized Interstate Bridge Crossing of the Columbia

October 23, 2024 by XRPDX

This is testimony on behalf of XRPDX, a 1500 member climate justice organization that is part of a global climate movement. We have no argument with the supplemental environmental impact statement (EIS) in terms of … Read more

CPP Testimony

October 8, 2024 by XRPDX

My name is Dr. Jennifer Krauel, and I live here in Portland. I’m here today as an Oregonian and a member of the climate action group Scientist Rebellion. I’m here to share my support for … Read more

RUMBLE ON THE RIVER #17–Webinar

October 24, 2024October 8, 2024 by XRPDX

Another Bad Idea for the Columbia River Ecosystem The Houston-based company, NEXT Renewables LLC Oregon is proposing to construct a major new renewable diesel refinery at Port Westward, near Clatskanie, on the Columbia. This project … Read more

Protest at the World Forestry Center

September 11, 2024 by XRPDX

Join the forest defense & climate justice movement Wednesday, September 25th for a protest at the World Forestry Center to confront these Wall Street elites and call out their false climate solutions and show them … Read more

The Climate Protection Program

October 8, 2024August 29, 2024 by XRPDX

Climate Protection Program is good for the community

The Climate Protection Program (CPP) aims to reduce 90% of harmful emissions from the state’s largest polluters by 2050. Implementation of the CPP was delayed for three years on a technicality following a suit by oil and … Read more

Protest NW Natural Slowdown on the CPP

August 29, 2024August 17, 2024 by XRPDX

What: Protest NW Natural trying to stop/delay/weaken the Oregon Climate Protection PlanWhen: Noon, Wednesday, August 21,2024Where: NW Natural Headquarters. 250 SW Taylor Street, Portland, OR The Oregon Climate Protection Program (CPP) is on hold while … Read more

Demanding the End of Military Aid to the Philippines

August 7, 2024August 7, 2024 by XRPDX

Over 65 activists confronted U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley at his town hall event on Friday, August 2, 2024 including members of the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (ICHRP), BAYAN Oregon, Malaya Portland, … Read more

NW Natural and Street of Dreams

August 17, 2024August 7, 2024 by XRPDX

Please join us on Saturday, Aug 10, at 10 am, for our second weekend of action at the Street of Dreams home tour. We will be waving signs, handing out leaflets, and educating people about the … Read more