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OSU center gets LEED platinum certification
The Oregon State University Energy Center has been certified as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum, the highest level, by the U.S. Green Building Council.
OSU using scanners to watch for landslides
Researchers at Oregon State University are studying the combined use of aerial and land scans as a way to keep an eye on dangerous landslide sites and deal with problems proactively, rather than cleaning up problems after they occur.
OSU tests the limits of Oregon bridges
Scientists and engineers at Oregon State University are studying the stress thresholds of connecting plates, components in bridges that could cause major disasters if they failed.
Check it out – simulated bridge collapse!
Oregon State University civil engineers will create a simulated bridge failure that will mimic the one that caused the Interstate 35W failure in Minneapolis in 2007, OSU announced today. That […]
Check it out – simulated bridge collapse!
Oregon State University civil engineers will create a simulated bridge failure that will mimic the one that caused the Interstate 35W failure in Minneapolis in 2007, OSU announced today. That […]
Universities, agencies join to plan roads
A newly-launched transportation collaborative could lead to reduced spending, more accurate planning of roads and bike routes, and a streamlined pathway for university students to enter into careers with several agencies in Oregon.
Oregon schools score high marks for sustainability
A new report card by the Sustainable Endowments Institute gave B+ grades to both the University of Oregon and Oregon State University - and cited both as campus sustainability leaders.
OSU Education Hall being rehabilitated
Built more than a century ago, Education Hall on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis is in the early stages of phase one of an exterior stone rehabilitation, complete interior, seismic and systems renovation.
Materials degree at OSU still a sapling
A new renewable materials degree at Oregon State University evolved out of the wood science program at the College of Forestry. The new program has been updated and altered at the suggestion of an industry that's growing, despite the poor economy.
Oregon land use policy not working as planned
Oregon's land use policy has received many accolades from around the world since it was first incepted over 35 years ago. But a new study conducted by an Oregon State University geosciences professor has found that it's still difficult to demonstrate that it has accomplished one of its primary goals - protecting agricultural lands and a thriving forest, farm and ranching industry.
Researchers shoot for better, cheaper solar panels
Solar panels, despite their hype, at best only convert 22 of the sunlight they absorb into electricity. Researchers at Oregon universities hope to change that by using physics. They say their methods will result in solar panels that are more efficient - and less expensive.
Oregon BEST invests $1M at university labs
The Oregon Built Environment & Sustainable Technologies Center this morning announced it will invest $1 million at four Oregon university labs. Portland State University, the University of Oregon, and Oregon State University will use the money to purchase equipment to further research within their labs.
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
