How One Oregon Activist Is Using a Decades-Old Liberal Policy to Stall Green Energy Projects

Retiree uses decades-old law to stall crucial energy projects in home state: 'I kind of have a reputation'

A retired state employee in Oregon has been using her knowledge of the state's bureaucratic processes to stymie renewable energy projects, according to a joint report from ProPublica and Oregon Public Radio. "I kind of have a reputation," said 76-year-old Irene Gilbert, per ProPublica. What's happening? According to the Oregon Department of Energy, no one in the state has filed more lawsuits seeking to quash solar and wind projects, or efforts t…

How one Oregon activist is using a decades-old liberal policy to stall green energy projects

Irene Gilbert is a 76-year-old retired state employee on a mission, fighting energy projects like large wind farms in Oregon’s rural communities. Renewable energy advocates treat activists like her as gadflies who should be stopped.

How One Woman Is Stalling Green Energy Projects in Oregon

Irene Gilbert is a 76-year-old retired state employee on a mission, fighting energy projects like large wind farms in Oregon’s rural communities. Renewable energy advocates and lawmakers treat activists like her as gadflies who should be stopped.