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Builders seeing value of green chemistry
Researchers and building industry professionals are beginning to notice the economic benefit of green chemistry, the science of removing hazardous chemicals from materials.
Dr. Martens store
There will be a new Dr. Martens footwear store in Portland鈥檚 Pearl District. Renovation is underway on a 5,000-square-foot space at the corner of West Burnside and Northwest 10th Avenue.
American Society of Landscape Architects Awards
Award of Excellence Project Name: Dorris Ranch Living History Master Plan Update Landscape architect: MIG Client: Willamalane Park and Recreation District Other team members and consultants: Architecture Resources Group, Friends […]
Now may be the time to fix your bond portfolio
Investors poured $409 billion into bond investments in the 12 months ending in March 2010, according to the Investment Company Institute. In my opinion, the problem with this strategy is […]
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91视频 Dictionary: Brownfield
brownfield: an abandoned site that has been previously used for industry but can be redeveloped for residential or commercial use. They are often contaminated or need extensive clearing.
91视频 Dictionary: Water table
water table: the surface of groundwater, or the level at which the groundwater pressure is equal to atmospheric pressure.
91视频 Dictionary: Construction Manager at-Risk
Construction Manager at-Risk, or CM at-Risk: a project delivery method in which the construction manager must stick to a guaranteed maximum price. The construction manager acts as consultant to the owner in the development and design phases, but as a general contractor during the construction phase.
91视频 Dictionary: Green roof
green roof, or eco-roof, or living roof: a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and planted over a waterproofing membrane.
91视频 Dictionary: Carried interest
carried interest: a share of any profits that the general partners of a venture capitalist firm, hedge fund or real estate partnership receives as compensation once the asset they oversee is sold.
91视频 Dictionary: Biofuel
biofuel: a fuel that is derived from naturally occurring materials, or biomass.
91视频 Dictionary: Cellulosic ethanol
cellulosic ethanol: a biofuel made from wood, grasses or the non-edible parts of plants
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
