SBO Dispatch: SolarWorld's battery bet; Previewing Oregon's big climate bills

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February 2, 2016

Top Stories Why a residential power advocate wants Oregon to leave coal behind The issue has emerged as the topic of the day in Salem as lawmakers huddle over a new renewables bill. The Oregon Environmental Council's Andrea Durbin on why lawmakers need to pass 2 pro-climate bills Here's why the Oregon Environmental Council is supporting two carbon-related bills currently under review in the state Legislature. Freshwater Trust to open 1st California office The conservation finance-focused nonprofit has been on a growth streak. SolarWorld move targets the residential market With two partners, the company looks to integrate solar technologies and create better storage. Connect with us More Headlines During Oregon's birthday week, funds sought for sustainable tourism 2015 Executives of the Year: Chris Brown, Vestas

This week's SBO poll Should Oregon lawmakers forsake coal and embrace renewables? Green Jobs Project Coordinator, Green Building Services Inc. Executive Assistant, Energy Trust of Oregon Construction Coordinator, Sunlight Solar Energy Inc. Sustainability Intern, Thornton Tomasetti Accounting Specialist, Fishpeople Seafood 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.    Feb. 2: Oregon Water Tech Innovators Meeting Feb. 11: Northwest Environmental Business Council Portland Luncheon Feb. 11: Delivering Passive House at Market Rate Feb. 24: Electric Mobility and Equity View full calendar

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