Eugene Clean Energy Fund Officially Qualifies for the November 2026 Ballot
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
The Eugene Clean Energy Fund, supported by environmental groups and labor unions, has qualified for the November 2026 ballot after the city recorder certified sufficient valid signatures. A grassroots campaign collected signatures in under 100 days, mobilizing volunteers, community organizers, and justice groups. A successful vote would impose a 2% Large Retailer License Fee on billion‑dollar corporations earning over $1 billion in U.S. profits and $500,000 in Eugene, generating at least $15 million annually for local clean‑energy projects, training, and infrastructure. The initiative mirrors Portland’s 2018 fund, aiming to benefit low‑income and historically marginalized communities.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The measure gives Eugene a mechanism to hold major retailers accountable for climate costs, turning corporate profits into tangible local investments in renewable energy, job training, and green infrastructure.
- · It represents a concrete step toward a community‑driven clean‑energy economy that prioritizes equity and resilience.
