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Southern Oregon University may gain biomass facility
A $250,000 grant awarded to Southern Oregon University recently could be the first step toward creation of a new source of clean energy for the Ashland area.
HM3 Energy advances torrefaction process for coal-replacement fuels
HM3 Energy uses a process called torrefaction to turn woody debris into pellets that can be burned for cleaner electricity. While torrefaction technology has become more common in the past couple of years, commercialization has challenged many companies.
‘Ideal’ biomass plant in Vancouver, Wash., hits another snag
Schneider Electric and Clark County thought the high volume of logging and forest activity in southwest Washington would make Vancouver, Wash., the 鈥渋deal鈥� place to build a new biomass facility. Turns out, they may be wrong.
ZeaChem joins biomass firms with plans in Oregon
Oregon is becoming an attractive location for biomass plants thanks to a recent extension of tax credits. Oregon extended its biomass tax credit until 2018, which has made planning for commercial facilities easier. Construction is 70 percent complete on ZeaChem Inc.'s demonstration-scale plant in Boardman.
Corn is for eating, grass is for fuel, new study finds
According to new study that was reported yesterday in The New York Times, 30 percent of the 2009 U.S. corn crop was dedicated to ethanol production. Thankfully, something more productive and NOT a food can be turned into ethanol fuel.
Energy Roundup: BETC, biomass, electric cars and wave energy
There’s never a dull moment in the energy sector around here – here are some of the projects that caught my eye this week. Clark County will move ahead with […]
Energy Roundup: BETC, biomass, electric cars and wave energy
There’s never a dull moment in the energy sector around here – here are some of the projects that caught my eye this week. Clark County will move ahead with […]
EPA eases off biomass regulation, for now
The Environmental Protection Agency will defer new greenhouse gas permitting requirements for biomass facilities for three years, clearing the way for Oregon's biomass plans.
Forest overgrowth targeted for biomass
Forest-thinning operations in Eastern Oregon could generate wood waste for the biomass industry, but some say the practice could also lead to excessive thinning.
Biomass backlash
Though it has been getting more attention lately as a potential ally in the quest for energy independence, biomass facilities have come under fire in recent months. In Gainesville, Fla., […]
Biomass backlash
Though it has been getting more attention lately as a potential ally in the quest for energy independence, biomass facilities have come under fire in recent months. In Gainesville, Fla., […]
Biomass projects in Oregon awarded $3M
Three biomass projects in Oregon have received some of $3 million in federal funds, according to Gov. Ted Kulongoski's office.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
