Hi Ashland!
Let’s come together to protect this beautiful place we love. For now. And for future generations.
“Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.”
– Ryūnosuke Satoro—Japanese Writer and Poet
The heart of climate action…
Is about protecting this glorious place.
Making sure the things we love are here for our kids. Spending a quiet morning in Lithia Park. Skiing a bluebird day on Mt. A. Staking out our parade spots on Siskiyou. Dipping our toes in Emigrant Lake.
Want to feel empowered? Want to know what YOU can do to make a difference? Not alone, but together — as a community.
Welcome to the Ashland Climate Collaborative. We’re so glad you’re here.
Meet the Franks and feel the inspiration! Our Community Stories feature Ashlanders who are making a difference every day!
We focus on the big moves — right here, right now
Cleaning up our home energy and weatherizing our homes
Conserving water in our homes and yards
Reducing food waste and composting food scraps
Choosing healthy ways to travel around town
Adapting our homes and yards to wildfire
Supporting our neighbors and community
Tell the state YOUR health priorities
Every five years, Oregon’s Public Health Department updates its State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP). We are gathering community feedback to help shape the state’s health priorities for 2025-2029. Your input is essential!
Rank your top three choices or add your own. Priorities include Healthy Environments, Emergency Preparedness & Response, Equitable Social Conditions, and more.
Our theme for April is wildfire
Wildfire preparedness events
Get ready to Take Action with the 2025 Better Prepared Wildfire Series this spring and summer!
It’s more important than ever to be proactive and prepared when it comes to wildfire. Through workshops with tips and discussions, you’ll gain tools and knowledge to reduce wildfire risks and build resilience. The time to act is now — don’t wait for a crisis to strike!
- April 21: Wildfire Preparation
- May 4: Ashland Wildfire Protection Plan Open House
- May 14: Protect Your Home and Yard
- July 16: What’s Your Plan?
This FREE series is a collaboration between between Ashland.news, Ashland Together, the City of Ashland, and the Ashland Climate Collaborative.
Learn ways to defend your home
This month, we roll out two important wildfire articles.
Thanks to Chris Chambers of the Ashland Fire Department Wildfire and Community Risk Reduction Division for writing “Ashland Wasn’t Built with Wildfire in Mind — It’s Time to Adapt.“
City of Ashland Volunteer of the Year Charisse Sydoriak shares her favorite wildfire resources in Isobel Whitcomb’s “With Wildfire, a Defensible Space Makes a Difference.”
We’re the Ashland Climate Collaborative
We bring people together who want to do what they can about climate pollution — right here in Ashland. Get involved to protect what you love.
We’re all IN, Ashland!
Our action teams
Action teams are guides — experts in home energy, transportation, composting, water conservation, and climate clubs. Their sole purpose is to pave the way for community climate solutions — and they’d love to meet you!
Electrify Ashland Now
Water Conservation
Climate Clubs
Streets for Everyone
Community Compost
“Thanks to Electrify Ashland Now I saved a boat-load of money on insulation for my home! Thanks for helping me weatherize and make my home more energy efficient!”
– TRISH, ASHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Community Support
Meet the dedicated businesses and organizations who support our work to energize Ashland. Together, we’re making a difference!
Blog articles, stories, and more!
Discover the most important steps you can take — and take inspiration from neighbors who are making a difference.
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