SBO Dispatch: Portland's big wave win; Life after Boardman; Saying no to fossil fuel

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November 17, 2016

Top Stories Portland wave energy team snags a coveted $1.5M prize Score one for the underdogs, the outsiders, the dreamers, the guys with day jobs toiling in the early mornings and late at night. And score one for Oregon, the state that has positioned itself as the nation's wave energy leader. How PGE will replace Boardman power and reach renewable energy targets Portland General Electric's massive IRP casts one eye toward 2040, when it will be required to source half its energy from renewables and go without coal. Portland set to ban new bulk fossil fuel terminals after council smooths out details Mayor Charlie Hales says it would be a historic step for the city, a bold statement in support of climate change action made all the more necessary by the election of Donald Trump. Portland Realtors blast home energy reporting proposal The group made its stance clear as Portland leaders mull whether sellers should pay for full energy audits. Connect with us More Headlines BNSF, environmental groups strike uneasy deal on open-top Gorge coal trains

This week's SBO poll Which Portland industry faces the toughest road under the Trump administration? Event Calendar Featured Event: The Climate Solutions 8th Annual Dinner With the theme "Building a Bright Future Together," the dinner will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2016, at the Hilton Portland, 921 S.W. 6th Ave. The Annual Dinner is Climate Solutions' premier fundraising event in Portland, drawing almost 400 business and community leaders, conservationists, and elected officials. This event provides Climate Solutions the opportunity to raise critical funds, celebrate accomplishments and create a forum for climate and clean technology leaders.  Learn more   Nov. 19: Wild Arts Festival Dec. 6: Climate Solutions 8th Annual Dinner View full calendar

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