SBO Dispatch: 2014's top sustainable business stories; Hurdles for Astoria LNG site

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December 23, 2014

Top Stories Year In Review: Our top sustainable business stories of 2014 (Photos) Henry Paulson came to town, Alta sold its bicycle share division and Portlanders waded into the Willamette River in 2014.   Astoria LNG opponents: Developers may not have permission to build terminal The discovery was made in a court case that Oregon LNG filed in August.   Portland LED specialist lands another $1M in investments Pacific Light Technologies also scored a healthy chunk of cash two years ago.   After praise for CEO's bonus stance, timber firm slammed for alleged clearcutting issues in Oregon Plum Creek's certification for sustainable practices has its share of questions attached to it, according to a Portland group.   Connect with us More Headlines Poll results: PBJ readers nix a carbon tax Wyden applauds Interior Dept.'s coal export revisions Oregon business summit adds commercial state mainstay to agenda

This week's SBO poll How well do you remember 2014? Take our year-end quiz Green Jobs Beer and Wine Merchandiser — New Seasons Market PV Designer — SolarCity Development Project Manager, Western Region — EDP Renewables E-Commerce Digital Marketing Specialist — Keen Event Calendar Featured Event: Oregon Energy Forum Breakfast How will state legalization of marijuana stir the utility pot? Indoor growing operations have the same power density per square foot as data centers, and have a similar potential to create rapid jumps in load demand for utilities – especially in rural areas. At the same time, these new utility customers may still be in violation of federal law. Richard Lorenz, an attorney with Cable Huston, will discuss the legal, regulatory, and practical ramifications of providing utility services to this nascent industry. Sponsored by URS. Learn more & RSVP   Jan 3 — The Portland Christmas Bird Count Jan. 6 — 12th Oregon Leadership Summit (Keynote: Gov. John Kitzhaber) Jan. 9 — PSU Friday Transportation Seminar Jan. 22 — State of the State: Regulation & Legislation Jan. 28 — Oregon Energy Forum Breakfast Meeting View full calendar

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