SBO Dispatch: Why New Seasons supports GMO labels; Nonprofit greens its portfolio

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October 7, 2014

Top Stories Why New Seasons execs support GMO labeling New Seasons Market invited vendors to go through the GMO certification process a year ago. About 3,000 did. Find out what happened next.   The Department of Energy shows some love for Portland libraries Beaverton and Hillsboro signed up for the Department of Energy's Better Buildings Initiative. This week, they get to show off the results of projects to boost energy efficiency at their libraries.   Beyond divestment: Oregon Environmental Council greens up its investments The nonprofit dedicated to clean air and water kicked Monsanto, oil and coal out of its portfolio. Now it has a new system for investing its six-figure endowment.   Why the University of Oregon tackled the Gates-led condom challenge The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is supporting research to improve condoms in a bid to increase usage and decrease the transmission of disease.   Connect with us More Headlines Oregon rejects Ambre coal terminal

This week's SBO poll Is Oregon as prepared to respond to a train-related oil spill as it is for a marine spill? Green Jobs Portfolio Manager/General Manager — VZA Homes Home Performance Consultant — GreenSavers HVAC Team Leader — GreenSavers Director of Construction and Facilities — New Seasons Market Oregon Director — Climate Solutions Event Calendar Featured Event: Climate Solutions 6th Annual Dinner This premier climate and clean energy fundraiser, featuring a keynote by Nike's Hannah Jones, will bring together leaders from all sectors of the clean energy economy, environmental advocates, and elected officials. Nov. 20 in Portland. Learn more & RSVP   Oct. 2, 7 & 9 — 2014 MED Week Conference Oct. 9 — NEBC Portland Luncheon Oct. 11 — High Desert Green Solar Tour (Central Oregon) Oct. 16 — GoGreen Portland Conference Oct. 16 — IIDA Oregon October Forum — Harper's Playground: Design and Accessibility Oct. 17 — GoGreen GRI Full Day Certification Course Oct. 21 — Build Local Fall Showcase View full calendar

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