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New LEED process launched for groups of existing buildings
A program launched this week by the U.S. Green Building Council aims to help owners of groups of buildings streamline the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification process.
Port of Portland headquarters receives LEED platinum designation
After tracking Gold certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design by the U.S. Green Building Council just over a year ago, the Port of Portland鈥檚 new headquarters has upped the ante.
LEED pilot credit spurs new debate on certified wood
As debate continues over proposed changes to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating system, forest certification is emerging as a heated issue. A pilot credit announced last week moves away from the Forest Stewardship Council-only policy, although the U.S. Green Building Council has not made final decisions about how to deal with the complex issues surrounding wood certification.
Changes coming for LEED commissioning requirements
Proposed 鈥淟EED 2012鈥� monitoring requirements would increase the importance of commissioning because Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design projects would need to meet projected performance goals to retain certification.
Earth Advantage, local LEED alternative, prepares to launch
In 2010 and 2011, nine projects participated in the Earth Advantage Commercial pilot program, an alternative certification to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. The Earth Advantage Institute plans to launch a full program before the end of this year.
Video: Watch the new Oregon Zoo hospital rise
Here’s a video for the construction and zoo geeks out there: Metro has posted a time-lapse of construction on the Oregon Zoo’s Veterinary Medical Center. Skanska USA is building the […]
Video: Watch the new Oregon Zoo hospital rise
Here’s a video for the construction and zoo geeks out there: Metro has posted a time-lapse of construction on the Oregon Zoo’s Veterinary Medical Center. Skanska USA is building the […]
What’s your green building made of?
Local attorney Joseph Eckhardt of Stoel Rives has an interesting piece on Environmental Leader about the “green inputs” that go into buildings to reach certifications like LEED. His basic point […]
What’s your green building made of?
Local attorney Joseph Eckhardt of Stoel Rives has an interesting piece on Environmental Leader about the “green inputs” that go into buildings to reach certifications like LEED. His basic point […]
How to make building occupants greener
LEED certification and zero-energy consumption can be planned in the earliest stages of a project, but users of a building have the ultimate say in how much energy is going […]
How to make building occupants greener
LEED certification and zero-energy consumption can be planned in the earliest stages of a project, but users of a building have the ultimate say in how much energy is going […]
Armed forces reserve building takes a shine to LEED
The second phase of the Lane County Armed Forces Reserve Center project in Springfield qualified for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design gold certification.
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
