Sightline Institute

Sightline Institute is an independent, nonprofit research and communications center—a think tank—founded by Alan Durning in 1993. 

Our work:

Sightline equips the Northwest’s citizens and decision-makers with the policy research and practical tools they need to advance long-term solutions to our region’s most significant challenges. Our work includes in-depth research, commentary, and analysis, delivered online, by email, and in-person to Northwest policy champions. Find out more about our accomplishments, read our latest work, or sign up for our emails.

Our mission:

Sightline Institute’s mission is to make the Northwest a global model of sustainability—strong communities, a green economy, and a healthy environment.

Our vision:

We envision in the Pacific Northwest an economy and way of life that are environmentally sound, economically vibrant, and socially just. We believe that if northwesterners succeed at reconciling themselves with the natural heritage of this place—the greenest part of history’s richest civilization—we can set an example for the world.

Our impact (with your help):

Champion the best solutions Sightline focuses on policies that can bring long-term prosperity to the region.

Inform our region’s leaders and citizens  Our in-depth research reports,blog commentary and analysis, and daily news digest keep Northwest policy champions on top of their game.

Empower citizens and decision-makers  Sightline’s practical tools  help Northwest leaders make the case for sustainability policy.

Stay Connected

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Twitter: @sightline

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