SBO Dispatch: EPA defends Superfund plan; Pacific Power's solar deal; Salmon booster

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September 15, 2016

Top Stories The EPA responds to criticism of its Superfund cleanup plan After numerous public comments disparaging the proposed Portland Harbor Superfund site cleanup plan, the Environmental Protection Agency is looking to set the record straight. Pearl District affordable housing complex opens Friday, targets sustainability stamp The Abigail will offer 128 affordable units for family and 27 market-rate apartments on a former brownfield site in the Pearl. New renewable energy acquisitions put Pacific Power ahead of the RPS curve The company is purchasing new renewable energy from Oregon solar projects. Portland architects land top spot on AIA's annual national ranking The firm's local projects include Director Park, Twelve West and Randall Children's Hospital. Connect with us More Headlines SolarWorld enters settlement talks after $793M judgement Election 2016: Cannabis company founder talks taxes, political races Freshwater Trust grants boost local rivers, salmon habitat

This week's SBO poll Do you support a ban on bulk fossil fuel terminals in Portland? Event Calendar Featured Event: Roots at the Redd This September, Ecotrust is putting down new roots at the Redd and celebrating 25 years of working to make the region thrive. A birthday bash to remember, they’ll share a hearty taste of home with delicious regional cuisine, groove to the locally grown acoustics of Horse Feathers and take time to toast the people working to make this place better for future generations.  Learn more.   Sept. 17: Festival of Nations Sept. 20: Roots at the Redd Sept. 21: Being a Naturalist in the Life of a Child Sept. 24: Beach and Riverside Cleanup Sept. 24: CART-2-ART View full calendar

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