On November 28th, the Energy Council responsible for giving Governor Inslee a recommendation on how to proceed on the Vancouver, WA Tesoro Oil Terminal unanimously voted to disapprove the project.
Why? Because year after year 300,000 citizens have demonstrated by showing up, giving testimony, and being part of this coalition that this project is simply too risky and not in the best interest of the Pacific Northwest, our communities, and our climate.
What is next? The Council’s recommendation now goes to Governor Inslee to make a final decision. Once on his desk, Governor Inslee has 60 days to issue a decision.
We won’t let up until this project is done but for now, let’s celebrate and take a moment to thank all the people who have stepped up in opposition. This list is long – tribal members and leaders, public servants, doctors and other health professionals, community and environmental advocates, first responders, businesses small and large, labor unions, commercial and tribal anglers, families, people of faith and activists from across the region.
See the press release on this win and a short list of the press from yesterday. Let’s keep this up!
Seattle Times: Reject Oil-by-Train Terminal for Vancouver, WA
Portland Tribune: Washington Energy Siting Council Rejects Oil Terminal in Vancouver
The Columbian: EFSEC unanimous in vote against Port of Vancouver terminal
