Oregon On The Record

No wind and foul wind: Cuts in wind energy and methane from landfills

By Michael Dunne

Published August 19, 2025 at 2:46 PM PDT

We talk with Monica Samayoa of Oregon Public Broadcasting about a Trump Administration executive order which halts offshore wind energy development off the Oregon Coast. Then, we check in with KLCC's Nathan Wilk about the Coffin Butte landfill in Benton County and how it is leaking methane and creating real environmental challenges for nearby residents.

Oregon On The Record

Michael Dunne

Michael Dunne is the host and producer for KLCC’s public affairs show, Oregon On The Record. In this role, Michael interviews experts from around Western and Central Oregon to dive deep into the issues that matter most to the station’s audience. Michael also hosts and produces KLCC’s leadership podcast – Oregon Rainmakers, and writes a business column for The Chronicle which serves Springfield and South Lane County.

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