2021

An ocean inlet. Rolling hills and homes are on the river. A bridge crosses over it.

Natural gas – friend or foe of the environment?

Research explores public opinions about natural gas, its use and export, among residents in Oregon, Washington and British Columbia.
Aerial view of Cape Falcon on the Oregon coast

Public perceptions of ocean health and marine protection

This paper provides a model for understanding the attitudes and beliefs that foster public support for or opposition to marine protections.
Arial view of flooding in Tillamook, Oregon

Quantifying Uncertainty in Exposure to Coastal Hazards

A unique modeling project developed to address coastal flooding and erosion in Tillamook County, Oregon provides different scenarios based on the uncertainty of climate change and community's potential planning actions.

2020

Aerial view of Cape Falcon on the Oregon coast

Integrating oceans into climate policy

Researchers highlight a policy framework to develop terrestrial and ocean-integrated policies that can complement and enhance terrestrial focused initiatives focused on four specific sectors.
A large array of solar panels at the Hillsboro Intermodal Transit Facility

Public Preferences in a Shifting Energy Future

Researchers used a 2019 online survey sample to compare predictors of support for eight fuel sources for electricity generation in British Columbia, Canada, and Washington and Oregon.
Sea otter floats on its back with its paws on its face.

Restoring Sea Otters to Oregon

Robert Bailey, the president of the Elakha Alliance, gives an overview of sea otters and efforts to reintroduce them to the Oregon coast.

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