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Dec 18, 2019
Entries sought for database of zero-energy buildings
Portland-based New Buildings Institute is inviting designers, builders, developers and owners of zero-energy and low-energy commercial buildings to submit projects for its Getting to Zero Buildings Database.
Jun 5, 2019
Nonprofits join forces to advance zero-energy construction
The U.S. Green Building Council and the New Buildings Institute announced recently that they signed in Seattle a memorandum of understanding to work together.
Aug 10, 2018
Planning under way for first Sustainable Building Week
The inaugural Sustainable Building Week, planned for this fall, was born out of organizers鈥� desire to restore Portland鈥檚 reputation as a green industry leader.
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
