SBO Dispatch: Super Bowl's PDX sustainability boost; Anti-coal bill opponents speak

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February 4, 2016

Top Stories How a Portland company made Super Bowl 50 sustainable (Photos) The 49ers' home stadium is a model for energy efficiency in pro sports. Have a look inside. Opponents cite higher rates, lack of reliability in Oregon's coal transition plan A libertarian public policy research group says proposed legislation requiring Oregon utilities to phase out coal and the state to double its renewable energy output is a bad idea. Two cleantech hawks argue why renewable energy legislation is good for Oregon business With major corporations on the road to 100 percent renewable power, it's time for Oregon to phase out coal, say our guest columnists. 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. Connect with us More Headlines ​How 1,000 cider fans will spread the fruits of their labors around Portland this week (Photos) At Startup Week, it's not all tech: There are sneakers and coffee and bone broth (Photos) Oregon lawmakers consider abandoning wooden pallets

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: Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Feb. 10: Drive Oregon and the Energize Oregon Coalition invite you to attend a free test drive event on February 23rd in Salem, Oregon. Ride & Drives will take off from the front steps of the State Capitol, on the north side of the building. Learn more.   Fe. 10: Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Feb. 11: Northwest Environmental Business Council Portland Luncheon Feb. 11: Delivering Passive House at Market Rate Feb. 20: FoodWorx The Future of Food Feb. 24: Electric Mobility and Equity View full calendar

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