The Climate Protection Program is critical to meeting Oregon's greenhouse gas reduction goals. The CPP establishes a declining cap, or limit, on greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuels used throughout Oregon, including diesel, gasoline, and natural gas. The program is designed to reduce these emissions 50% by 2035 and 90% by 2050.
In addition to significantly reducing climate pollution, the CPP:
- Supports reductions in other types of air pollution.
- Enhances public welfare, particularly for environmental justice communities, including communities of color, tribal, low-income, and rural communities.
- Provides regulated companies with compliance flexibility options to manage their costs.
- Supports a strong statewide economy.
- Prioritizes equity by promoting benefits and reducing burdens for environmental justice communities most impacted by pollution and with less access to cleaner energy alternatives.