Category Archives: Stabilization Strategies

In 2004, Pacala and Sokolow published “Stabilization Wedges: Solving the Climate Problem for the Next 50 Years with Current Technologies” in the journal, Science. In this article, they outlined a multilateral approach to stabilizing climate change using existing technologies. Rather than coming up with one BIG solution to global warming – an elevator down from dangerously high atmospheric temperatures – they conceived of a stack of relatively slender “wedges” that can provide us with a way – a somewhat more gradual escalator – back down to sustainable levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide.

Idaho Native Plant Society

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The official website says that “The Idaho Native Plant Society (INPS) is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to promoting interest in native plants and plant communities, and collecting and sharing information on all phases of the botany of native plants in Idaho. The Society seeks to foster an understanding and appreciation of our native flora and to preserve this rich heritage for future generations. In keeping with our mission, it is the intent of the INPS to educate its membership and the public about current conservation issues that affect Idaho’s native flora and habitats. Membership is open to anyone interested in our native flora”.

Organization Type: Not-For-Profit Corporation

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Mail: P.O. Box 9451 Boise, ID 83707

The Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership

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The Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership’s focus is on the conservation and protection of the Columbia River Estuary.  They are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization supported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Their Strategies include Habitat Restoration, Monitoring and Education.

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(503) 226-1565

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811 SW Naito Parkway Suite 410
 Portland, OR 97204

Alaska Conservation Foundation

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Alaska Conservation Foundation (ACF) is a public foundation dedicated to Alaska’s conservation. They serve as a funder funder and supportive resources for nonprofits that work for conservation in Alaska. They inspire for Alaska to be economically sustainable and naturally thriving.

The mission is to build “strategic leadership and support for Alaskan efforts to take care of wild lands, waters, and wildlife, which sustain diverse cultures, healthy communities, and prosperous economies.”

Organization Type: Non-Profit

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(907) 276-1917

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911 West 8th Ave., Suite 300 Anchorage, AK 99501-2340

Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST)

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Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST)

Mission Statement:  COASST is a citizen science project of the University of Washington in partnership with state, tribal and federal agencies, environmental organizations, and community groups. COASST believes citizens of coastal communities are essential scientific partners in monitoring marine ecosystem health. By collaborating with citizens, natural resource management agencies and environmental organizations, COASST works to translate long-term monitoring into effective marine conservation solutions.

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Realizing the pressing needs of marine natural resource management, coastal conservation, and the need for good science and a stewardship ethic among citizens, the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) sees a future in which all coastal communities contribute directly to monitoring local marine resources and ecosystem health through the establishment of a network of citizen scientists, each collecting rigorous and vital data. Through their collective efforts, and the translation of their individual data into baselines against which any impact—from human or natural origins—can be assessed, nearshore ecosystems worldwide will be actively known, managed, and protected.

Organization Type: Not-for-Profit Organization

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(206) 221-6893

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Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST),School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington Box 355020, 1122 NE Boat Street, Seattle, WA 98195-5020

Oregon Environmental Council

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“Founded in 1968, Oregon Environmental Council is a nonprofit, non-partisan, membership-based organization. The Oregon Environmental Council advances innovative, collaborative solutions to Oregon’s environmental challenges for today and future generations.” The Oregon Environmental Council works for clean air and water, a healthy climate, an unpolluted landscape and sustainable food and farms

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(503) 222-1963

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222 NW Davis Street, Suite 309 Portland, Oregon 97209

Washington Wild

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Washington Wild is a non-profit organization that fits into the “Forest Conservation and Agricultural Soils” wedge.  Washington Wild uses education to inform the community of the threats to the forests in Western Washington.  They also do civil engagements to where they push congress to pass bills that protect the environment.  With over 2000 members they are pushing to protect over 126,000 acres of wilderness in the state of Washington.  While 70% of their income is from donations, 75-80% is used on their efforts.  An honest and local organization, Washington Wild is successful in conserving our forests.

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(206) 633-1992

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305 North 83rd Street Seattle, WA 98103

Renewable Northwest Project

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According to their website “RNP’s mission is to promote the implementation of environmentally responsible renewable resources, such as wind, solar and geothermal, in the Northwest.”

Organization Type: Not-For-Profit Corporation

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(503) 223-4544

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Renewable Northwest Project 421 SW 6th Ave, Suite 1125 Portland, OR 97204-1629

Green Empowerment

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“Green Empowerment provides villages in the developing world access to clean water, electricity through renewable energy, and sustainable solutions” Green Empowerment’s end goal is to help create a sustainable world with clean water, renewable energy and a healthy environment. Green empowerment has projects in 8 countries and have delivered water to the homes of 10,416 people.

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(503) 284-5774

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140 SW Yamhill Street Portland, Oregon 97204

Olympic Forest Coalition

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The Olympic Forest Coalition works to conserve and restore natural forest ecosystems and their processes on the Olympic Peninsula.

“The programs of OFCO focus on educating members of the public, officials, agencies, and other environmental, community and recreation groups on issues of importance to help achieve these goals.”

Organization Type: Not-For-Profit Corporation

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Olympic Forest Coalition, PO Box 461 Quilcene, WA 98376

Northwest Sustainable Energy for Economic Development (SEED)

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As said on their website “Northwest SEED educates, equips, and empowers communities to develop their own solutions that provide real community benefits. As a non-profit organization, they work directly with communities to identify practical solutions that support a sustainable local economy founded on locally owned energy.”

Organization Type: Non-Profit Organization

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1 (866) 759-SEED or (206) 328-2441

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1402 3rd Ave. Suite 901 Seattle, Washington 98101