SBO Dispatch: Locals cheer coal decision; Duke U: Coal exports can cut emissions 21%

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August 19, 2014

Top Stories Environmental, business and civic groups cheer coal terminal decision Oregon rejects a key permit Ambre Energy needs to construct its coal export infrastructure on the Columbia River.   Duke University: Coal exports can reduce emissions A peer-reviewed study from Duke University says overall carbon emissions could be significantly reduced if South Korea switches to U.S. coal.   Conference explores going the distance with wave energy The ninth annual Ocean Renewable Energy Conference takes a hard look at the state of ocean energy and what it will take to "go the distance".   Report: 'Granny flats' thrive in Portland as city promotes density with breaks on fees Almost seven times as many so-called "granny flats" — separate on-premise residences often for elderly relatives — were built last year in Portland compared to 2010 thanks to the city's $11,000 building permit credit, one Realtor reports.   Connect with us More Headlines Oregon rejects key permit for coal export terminal Tribal insurer looks to connect NW tribes

This week's SBO poll Will you actively seek out .organic businesses when the new domain takes effect? Green Jobs Environmental Scientist 2 — Arcadis Natural Resource Specialist — U.S. Department of Energy Policy Advocate (Washington State) — Renewable Northwest Store Manager — cracked pots ReClaim It! Event Calendar Featured Event: Oregon BEST FEST The Northwest's premier cleantech innovation conference convenes university researchers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to envision, build, and accelerate solutions to environmental challenges. September 15 and 16 in Portland Learn more & RSVP   Aug. 25-26 — Learning to Sell Energy Effectively Sept. 4 — Small Hydro Workshop (Sisters, Oregon) Sept. 9 — Value It Green Home Tour Sept. 11 — NEBC Summer Mixer Sept. 15 — Oregon BEST FEST Sept. 24 — Oregon Solar Energy Conference Sept. 25 — EcoFilm Festival Presents: TINY< A STORY ABOUT LIVING SMALL View full calendar

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