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Economy, Ecology, Equity
Oklahoma Sustainability Network serves to connect and educate the people of Oklahoma concerning the many aspects of sustainability. We are a catalyst and a resource for the improvement of Oklahoma’s economy, ecology, and equity.
Energy Policy Work
Read examples of OSN’s Testimony and Position Statements in utility cases
Projects
Clean Air & Energy
Since 2007 OSN has actively participated in rulemakings, rate cases, hearings, policy inquiries, and technical conferences at the Corporation Commission, the Department of Environmental Quality, and other venues where energy policy is on the agenda. We encourage the implementation of proven, cost-effective programs and technologies that conserve our resources, protect our airshed and public health, and save money for all of us.
OSN has persistently advocated for the development of state-of-the-art energy efficiency rules and programs, including programs specifically designed for low-income customers. We review annual reports from Oklahoma’s regulated utilities and we participate in ongoing stakeholder meetings, established by OSN, at PSO, OG&E, ONG, and CenterPoint. We file expert formal comments in regulatory cases at the Corporation Commission, with an emphasis on defining, quantifying, and monetizing the Cost-Benefit components that are usually left out of the calculations (sometimes called “externalities”) – including water conservation, emissions reductions, and long-term societal value.
OSN also supports policies and proposals for the deployment of low-cost renewable energy, including both large-scale utility solar and smaller distributed solar resources. Oklahoma has a strong heritage of energy leadership, and OSN believes that a diverse portfolio of energy resources will encourage economic development, job creation, and market competition. We advocate for policies and investments that will encourage new business activity across the state, leading to higher productivity, economic resiliency, and safer technologies.
In 2008, Governor Henry appointed OSN’s energy policy director to the Air Quality Council at DEQ, where he represented the general public on rulemakings for the Clean Air Act. He was reappointed to the Council by Governor Mary Fallin in 2012 and served a full 7-year term through 2019.
About OSN
OSN envisions a healthy and resilient Oklahoma where people and businesses invest in the many generations to follow.
Economy | Ecology | Equity
Leadership
Dr. Isaac Rutel
President
Hannah Jackson
Vice President & Secretary
Eric Pollard
Treasurer
Dr. Chad Settle
Director At-Large
Montelle Clark
Director-at-Large
Energy Policy Director
Gene Perry
Director-at-Large
Eddie Terrill
Director-at-Large
Resources
Energy
OSN is actively engaged in supporting and developing Energy Efficiency programs in Oklahoma by working on utility cases at the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, to ensure these programs remain robust and prioritized. Energy efficiency programs help Oklahoma residents and businesses save money by using less electricity and natural gas.
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co.
Public Service Co. of Oklahoma
Oklahoma Natural Gas
Summit Utilities
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP)
Having trouble paying for your heating or cooling bills? Find out if your household meets the income requirements.
Renewable Energy
Most customers can choose low-cost, Oklahoma-sourced renewable energy for their home or business.
Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co.
Public Service Co. of Oklahoma
Electric Vehicles
EV Coalition
PSO Energy Star Level 2 EV Charger Rebate
Oklahoma Electric Co-operative’s EV program
Clean Energy for All
Visit the White House website to find available tax credits for rooftop solar installations, energy-efficient appliances, heating and cooling systems, and electric vehicles. Also, sign up for updates about more tax credits and rebates that will become available in 2023.
Climate Change
U.S. National Climate Assessment
Climate Assessment: Southern Great Plains (including Oklahoma)
American Security Project
News
The Oklahoman: “Climate change will hit state’s farmers, tribes and infrastructure”
The Oklahoman: “Climate change report: Native Americans face unique challenges”
The Oklahoman: “Oklahoma reacts to changing climate”
Carbon Clock
The Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change demonstrates how much Carbon Dioxide can be released into the atmosphere to limit global warming to a maximum of 1.5°C and 2°C, respectively.
Sustainability in Cities
adaptokc is Oklahoma City’s first sustainability plan.
Water
Oklahoma’s Water for 2060 Act.
Oklahoma City
Regional Transportation Authority of Central Oklahoma
Oklahoma City Streetcar
METRO Transit
Embark
Tulsa
Tulsa Regional Transit Plan: Fast Forward
Tulsa Transit
Norman
Edmond
Around Oklahoma
Passenger Rail Oklahoma
Heartland Flyer
Walk Score
Bike Month
Local Foods
Community Garden Toolkit(PDF)
A resource put together by Tulsa non-profit Global Gardens for schools and other community groups just starting a community garden.
The Kerr Center for Sustainable Agriculture
The Kerr Center offers free information and resources on farming and gardening, raising livestock, and buying and selling locally.
Urban Agrarian
A business that runs routes across the state in the Veggie Van—a truck that runs on waste vegetable oil—picking up produce and other locally made food and delivering it to restaurants and markets in central Oklahoma.
Thoughts on Sustainability
“Top 10 Myths about Sustainability” – from Scientific American
“Catastrophe Is Not the Only Option” – Welcome speech by Bob Waldrop at the 2007 OSN Conference
“It’s All About Us” – Keynote speech by Bob Waldrop at the 2006 OSN Conference
“The Ability of Sustainability” – Luncheon speech by Michael Patton at the 2004 OSN Conference
Donate
OSN is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that relies on grants, charitable donations, and volunteer resources. Your tax-deductible contribution will be used to ensure the continued success of the Network and its mission of supporting the Oklahoma people and policies that are building our sustainable future!
