The Salmon and the Snake
Breaching the Snake River dams may offer the best shot at ensuring a healthy future for salmon in the Columbia Basin. Can a grand bargain be reached to reimagine the region with fewer dams?
Parna Mehrbani Honored with Multnomah Bar Association Diversity Award
Tonkon Torp partner Parna Mehrbani was honored with the 2021 Multnomah Bar Association (MBA) Diversity Award in recognition of her commitment to fostering and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the legal profession. The award was presented virtually at the MBA’s Annual Meeting.
2021 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon
Our annual ranking of the state’s most sustainable employers.
Blue Energy’s Big Future
Offshore wind power would bring much-needed revenue to coastal communities, but the sector must mature quickly to keep up with the competition.
Labor Issues Hamper Buy American Ethos
Consumers are willing to spend more money on U.S.-made products, but domestic supply chains continue to pose challenges.
Harnessing the Worth of Water
A new Portland company sees opportunity in recycling wastewater, as drought and water scarcity present looming social and economic challenges.
Biden Administration Accelerates State Climate Solutions
Environmental disasters and new federal policy spike demand for renewable energy.
Accommodating Anxiety & Other Mental Illnesses in the Workplace
Brand Story – Mental health issues can influence employees’ well-being, morale, and productivity, but that is not the only potential impact on the workplace.
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.
Is Selling a Viable Option with an Unresolved PPP on the Books?
Brand Story – When the second round of PPP funding became available in January 2021, our firm saw a significant drop off in the number of clients seeking a second PPP loan.