solar energy

Aug 5, 2021

Here comes the sun … and potential power

These days, photovoltaic panels are becoming critical elements of many projects in the Portland-metro area.

Jul 27, 2021

Oregon governor signs ambitious clean energy bill

Oregon's clean energy bill, which sets one of the most ambitious timelines in the country for moving to 100 percent clean electricity sources, was signed by Gov. Kate Brown on Tuesday.

Oct 24, 2018

Consultant gets 4 years for tax fraud tied to solar case

A Seattle-based energy consultant has been sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for engaging in a fraud scheme involving solar energy tax credits with a former Oregon Department of Energy employee.

Aug 22, 2018

Audit: Oregon agency continued supporting solar company

An Oregon agency continued to financially back a solar panel company despite its default on loan repayments to the state.

Aug 10, 2018

Coming soon: net-zero-energy units for rent

A project team is hoping Tillamook Row, in the Eliot neighborhood, will become the first net-zero-energy multifamily development in Portland to offer units for rent.

Aug 9, 2018

Photos: Tillamook Row aiming for net zero

Tillamook Row, a 16-unit Zero Energy community with shared amenities in Portland is now leasing. Developed by BCMC Properties, and designed and built by Green Hammer, Tillamook Row is the […]