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Oregon ranks No. 7 nationwide for wind projects
Oregon ranks No. 7 in the country for wind energy projects after the third quarter of 2011, according to a report from the American Wind Energy Association. Washington ranks No. 6.
BPA reworking process for planning transmission lines
Renewable energy developments in the Northwest may soon benefit from more flexibility in the transmission planning process.
OSU recognized for high use of renewable energy
Oregon State University is the largest buyer of green power in Corvallis and recently earned recognition from the Environmental Protection Agency as the second-largest purchaser of any university in the United States.
Wind industry, BPA still at odds over curtailment decision
The Bonneville Power Administration was blasted by wind farm owners for its decision earlier this year to curtail wind production, but the agency this week responded by saying the policy was a last resort.
West Butte wind farm approved for Central Oregon
Plans for the West Butte Wind Project won federal approval last week, bringing Central Oregon closer to its first commercial-scale wind farm. U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar approved the 104-megawatt wind turbine facility along with three other renewable energy projects in California.
Entire world jumping on crazy green energy bandwagon
Global investment in renewable energy grew by 32 percent during 2010, with a record level of $211 billion invested in that year, mainly in wind farms in China and rooftop solar panels in Europe.
Umatilla County approves strict rules on wind development
After two years of debate and multiple public hearings and work sessions, Umatilla County commissioners last week passed some of the strictest wind development rules in Oregon.
Stakeholders say BETC cuts will halt momentum
The future of Oregon鈥檚 Business Energy Tax Credit has spurred debate in public hearings in the Legislature recently. And at least one thing is certain about the program that provides incentives for conservation, manufacturing and renewable development projects: It will soon be much smaller.
Bonneville Power Administration vs. wind energy
“Rather than being an environmental issue, the policy is a classic case of anti-competitive and discriminatory behavior by a utility with a conflict of interest,” said Rob Gramlich, senior vice […]
Bonneville Power Administration vs. wind energy
“Rather than being an environmental issue, the policy is a classic case of anti-competitive and discriminatory behavior by a utility with a conflict of interest,” said Rob Gramlich, senior vice […]
Google invests $100M in Shepherds Flat wind farm
Google is getting deeper into renewable energy investment, this week investing $100 million in the Shepherds Flat wind farm in eastern Oregon, the company announced. This brings Google’s renewable energy […]
Google invests $100M in Shepherds Flat wind farm
Google is getting deeper into renewable energy investment, this week investing $100 million in the Shepherds Flat wind farm in eastern Oregon, the company announced. This brings Google’s renewable energy […]
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
