SBO Dispatch: After $217M deal, NuScale eyes approval; Oregonians set recycling standard

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January 22, 2015

Top Stories After $217M deal, NuScale will seek approval for nuclear system in 2016 The Portland company has federal support, its first customer and is hoping to have approval to sell its system as soon as 2020.   Pacific Power's $1.8M looks to bolster Northwest solar projects The utility's Blue Sky program invests nearly $2 million in solar arrays in Oregon and Washington.   SolarWorld wins final round in dumping case against China, Taiwan The International Trade Commission agrees with SolarWorld that Chinese and Taiwanese solar practices harmed U.S. manufacturers.   In recovery: Oregonians set new standards for recycling The rates are the highest since the state started tracking such matters in 1992.   Connect with us More Headlines Let it rain: Hatch celebrates Oregon's new crowdfunding rules A lotta grapes: Oregon wine industry worth $3.35B to the state economy Iovation lands on Portland's green list Beaverton energy firm sold to California outfit

This week's SBO poll Is Oregon's economy really back? Green Jobs Digital Marketing Specialist — Indow Development Director — Sustainable Northwest Ochocco Mountains Campaign Organizer — Oregon Wild Marketing Associate — 3Degrees Manager Inventory Control — Vestas Event Calendar Featured Event: Oregon Energy Forum Breakfast Jan. 28 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. Click here to learn more and RSVP.   Jan. 22 — State of the State: Regulation & Legislation Jan. 24 — Winter Twig Training at Beaver Creek Jan. 28 — Oregon Energy Forum Breakfast Meeting Jan. 28 — SOLVE Ambassador Training Jan. 29-30 — Workforce Training for Cleantech Innovators Feb. 5 — Organicology Conference Feb. 12 — NEBC Portland Luncheon Feb. 23 — Agent of Change Sustainable Leadership Training View full calendar

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