Biden Administration Accelerates State Climate Solutions
Environmental disasters and new federal policy spike demand for renewable energy.
- Published in Politics
Shippers Benefit From Trade Uptick
The executive director of the Port of Portland discusses how a rising Asian middle class and international e-commerce have boosted Oregon’s trade outlook.
- Published in Economy and Finance
Psychedelic Mushroom Firms Move In
The leader of one of the world’s largest psilocybin manufacturers predicts Oregon’s magic mushroom market will blossom.
- Published in Manufacturing
Video Game Studios Eye Tie Ups
Developers saw a surge of revenue from COVID-19, which some are using to create new partnerships.
- Published in Arts and Entertainment
Behind The Bill To Curb Health Costs
New legislation seeks to stem the rise in health care mergers and acquisitions.
- Published in Health Care
Long-Term Childcare Fix On The Horizon
Rep. Suzanne Bonamici joins fellow lawmakers to reintroduce an act to make childcare more accessible.
- Published in Education
China Trade Relations Crucial to Recovery
A surge in prejudice against Asian Americans undermines relations with the state’s largest trading partner.
- Published in Economy and Finance
Distilleries Face Crossroads
Small-batch distilleries saw immense growth in past few years, but COVID-19 lockdown is forcing the sector to innovate to survive.
- Published in Manufacturing
A Tale of Two Cities
As COVID-19 changes the working landscape, staffing firms have adapted to higher demand for remote work, skills shortages and an expanded, nationwide candidate pool.
- Published in Professional Services
Film Industry Rebounds
After shutting down briefly at the onset of COVID-19, Oregon’s film sector has become an economic lifeline.
- Published in Arts and Entertainment