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New law impacts state solar projects
A bill passed during the Oregon Legislature‘s recent special session requires prevailing wage to be paid for private solar projects on public property. Gov. Ted Kulongoski signed House Bill 3651 […]
Senate passes BETC reform
The Oregon Senate today passed House Bill 3680, which reduces the amount of Business Energy Tax Credits available for large-scale wind projects and sets sunset dates for credits related to manufacturing and renewable energy projects.
Wind companies brace for BETC changes
With changes to reduce the amount of tax credits for large-scale wind energy projects set to pass the Senate later this week, wind companies are concerned about getting their projects off the ground and keeping Oregon competitive as a destination for wind development.
Oregon House passes BETC reform
Members of the House today passed legislation to reform Oregon's Business Energy Tax Credit.
BETC legislation moves out of committee
The House Revenue Committee late Friday passed legislation that will alter the Business Energy Tax Credit by creating a cap and eventually phasing out tax credits for big wind energy projects.
Group says electric vehicles will create jobs
A report submitted to Governor Kulongoski by the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Infrastructure Working Group says that electric vehicles represent Oregon's largest opportunity for job creation.
Builders keep close watch on Oregon special session
When the Oregon Legislature meets for a monthlong special session in February, decisions related to the state's Business Energy Tax Credit and lien rights will be under close scrutiny by local industry trade groups.
Caution recommended in BETC overhaul
As the Oregon Legislature prepares to overhaul the state's Business Energy Tax Credit, the Oregon Department of Energy is working to make sure the BETC isn't thrown out with the bathwater. Particularly, ODOE is working to revamp the program's pass-through option, which allows a project owner to transfer its BETC to a partner for a lump-sum cash payment.
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
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- 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
