SBO Dispatch: Why renewables require gas; Anti-coal bill nabs endorsements

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January 28, 2016

Top Stories PGE, Pacific Power on why renewables require new gas infrastructure The utilities defend proposed legislation to eliminate coal in Oregon and double the state's renewable portfolio. Oregon's coal bill gets endorsements as Salem prepares for 2016 session The proposed bill will cut electric emissions in half but not cost an arm and a leg, studies show. Where I'll be today: Drive Oregon Clean Fuels Program event One of the transportation policy's architects weighs in on the state's EV prospects. Oregon forests get $700K+ in grants as restoration efforts take hold Five Oregon forest collaboratives have already received more than $200,000 this year. Connect with us More Headlines Developer abandons giant Troutdale power plant plan Energy Trust program ups the solar ante

This week's SBO poll Should Oregon counties be allowed to ban GMO farming? Green Jobs Accounting Specialist, Fishpeople Seafood Credit Analyst, Beneficial State Bank Energy Services Workload Coordinator, Cascade Energy Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Future 500 Regional Community Food Systems Specialist Contractor, Health Care Without Harm Event Calendar Featured Event: Oregon Water Tech Innovators Meeting Feb. 2: Our speakers will address the challenges and technologies associated with on-site treatment of industrial wastewater before it is discharged into sewer systems or to water bodies. This process is motivated by permit requirements and by sewer system “extra strength” charges for high levels of organics and suspended solids. Learn more.    Jan. 28: Oregon Clean Fuels Program Feb. 1: Agent of Change Training Informational Meeting Feb. 2: Oregon Water Tech Innovators Meeting Feb. 11: Northwest Environmental Business Council Portland Luncheon View full calendar

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