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Obama launches program to make commercial buildings more energy efficient
President Obama yesterday announced the launch of a new program that would make commercial buildings 20 percent more energy efficient during the next 10 years. The program is called the […]
Obama launches program to make commercial buildings more energy efficient
President Obama yesterday announced the launch of a new program that would make commercial buildings 20 percent more energy efficient during the next 10 years. The program is called the […]
TriMet receives $4.2M for energy-efficient braking
Transit agency TriMet has received a $4.2 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration to improve regenerative braking on light rail.
Take the BOMA Carbon4Square challenge
Local businesses are being asked to check their watts, wheels, waste and water use as part of a citywide sustainability challenge from the Building Owners and Managers Association of Portland. […]
Take the BOMA Carbon4Square challenge
Local businesses are being asked to check their watts, wheels, waste and water use as part of a citywide sustainability challenge from the Building Owners and Managers Association of Portland. […]
In sustainable home building, less is more
A study by Oregon's Department of Environmental Quality showed that reducing the size of a home by 50 percent can result in a 36 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions over the life of the home.
IEA: Fossil fuel dependence to continue to 2035
Despite governments adopting policies to reduce dependence on oil, fossil fuels are expected to remain the world's dominant energy source through 2035, according to a report released today by the International Energy Agency.
Lawsuit calls LEED into question
A lawsuit filed against the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED program has some in the built industry worried that the flagship certification program for energy-efficient buildings may be ineffective.
Gresham energy project finishes early
A project to improve energy use at Mt. Hood Community College has finished four months ahead of schedule.
Contractors try to make job sites greener
More owners are expecting greener work sites with minimal carbon footprints, and contractors are responding by evaluating how they can reduce their energy consumption.
Portland ranks 12th for Energy Star buildings
Energy Star just released its annual rankings for the top 25 U.S. cities with the most Energy Star labeled buildings for 2009. Portland currently ranks 12th in the nation.
Upgrade now, energy savings pay later
Equilibrium Capital Group is using a financing strategy where building owners get energy-efficiency upgrades in return for their energy savings.
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
