SBO Dispatch: Social equity through EVs; Fossil fuel battle rages; Food rules PDX

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December 29, 2015

Top Stories How an Oregon group is promoting social equity through EVs The program could put lower-income residents behind the wheels of emissions-free cars as early as next year. PSU study reveals economic impact of local food system A new report reveals the local food industry as Portland's fastest-growing sector. Remembering 2015 — Oregon's fossil fuel battle rages on Action at City Hall among major stories of the year in sustainable business. Portland among best beer cities in America (duh) A new list puts Portland close to the top of cities for suds in the U.S. Connect with us More Headlines Portlanders turn up their noses at edible crickets (Photos)

This week's SBO poll What will be the biggest Portland business story in 2016? Green Jobs Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Environmental Compliance Manager), Division of the Oregon Military Department Transportation Support Analyst, Organically Grown Co. Engineer, Wind and Site, Vestas Executive Director, HEAT Oregon Program Assistant – Renewables/Commercial, Energy Trust of Oregon Event Calendar Featured Event: 12th International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic & Social Sustainability Jan. 21 to Jan. 23: The theme of the 12th International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic & Social Sustainability is “Urban Sustainability: Inspiration and Solution.” Conference attendees include leaders in the field, as well as emerging scholars, who travel to the conference from all corners of the globe and represent a broad range of disciplines and perspectives. A variety of presentation options and session types offer opportunities for attendees to share their work, discuss key issues in the field, and build relationships with attendees. Learn more.   Jan. 7: Environmental and Social Aspects of Sustainable Flood Risk Management in Urban Watersheds Jan. 21-23: 12th International Conference on Environmental, Cultural, Economic & Social Sustainability Jan. 26: Stream Team Captain Training Feb. 1: Agent of Change Training Informational Meeting View full calendar

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