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University of Oregon power station upgraded
Turner Construction is tackling a $40 million upgrade to the the University of Oregon's Central Power Station. The upgrade will increase energy efficiency and meet a higher demand for power over the next four years.
UO hires designers for architecture building
The University of Oregon has hired a team of design and engineering firms to help plan a new home for its School of Architecture and Allied Arts.
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.
Floor complete in Matthew Knight Arena
Hoffman Construction has finished building the floor of the new Matthew Knight Basketball Arena at the University of 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.
White Stag Block receives national recognition
Venerable Group's redeveloped White Stag Block in Old Town Chinatown is one of 23 projects that will be honored at the National Preservation Awards ceremony in Austin, Texas on Oct. 29. The award will be presented to Art DeMuro, president of Venerable Group.
Lewis Integrative Science Building Bid Package No. 2 Sub-bid
Bid Date/Time: Nov. 11, noon. This project consists of Bid Package No. 2 for the new Lewis Integrative Science Building at the University of Oregon in Eugene.
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.
UO study examines buildings’ health effects
Whereas impacts of the outdoor environment on human health have been widely studied, researchers at the University of Oregon hope discover health impacts from the indoor environment.
UO project sidesteps public bidding process
The development team behind the University of Oregon's athletics facilities expansion plans to bypass the public bidding process, which it says is time consuming and expensive.
Senate funds University of Oregon residence hall
The state Legislature on Tuesday approved Senate Bill 5564, which allows the state to sell $75 million in bonds to build a residence hall on the east end of the University of Oregon's campus.
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
