Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has signed an executive order to accelerate and broaden the adoption of climate-resilient strategies.

Order 25-26 will be incorporated into existing state programs for the benefit of ecosystems and Oregon communities.

The Initiative Will Protect Lands and Waters from Climate Change

In a statement, Kotek says the initiative will prioritize and protect lands and waters to help landowners withstand and recover from the impacts of climate change.

The executive order will protect more than 10% of the state’s most climate-resilient natural lands and waters over the next decade. Relevant state agencies will identify and prioritize areas while maximizing the benefits of clean water, wildlife habitat, and community health.

Farmers, Foresters, Fishers, Businesses, and

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