Energy and Environment – Page 18

Driving green

BY KIM MOORE

Transportation accounts for the second-largest source of greenhouse gases in the U.S. (28% in 2012), and the use of renewable fuels, such as biodiesel and ethanol, is booming in light of state and national programs to make transportation fuels cleaner.

April 7, 2023May 30, 2014 Written by Kim Moore

Salvage operation

BY JONATHAN FROCHTZWAJG

For Far West Fibers, one of Oregon’s largest and oldest mixed-recycling companies, garbage alchemy has long been big business.

April 7, 2023May 30, 2014 Written by Jonathan Frochtzwajg

Proceed with caution

BY COURTNEY SHERWOOD

Business and civic leaders weigh the risks and rewards of going green.

April 7, 2023May 30, 2014 Written by Courtney Sherwood

News

Workforce Training Pipeline Helps Oregon Building Owners Cut Energy Costs, Modernize Infrastructure and Meet Compliance Standards - A training program for the building management workforce that saves Oregon building owners big money and advances the careers of building managers is open for enrollment.
Agricultural Connections Expands Access to Local Food Across Central Oregon - Residents can shop local through a growing regional pickup network, subscription boxes and flexible online ordering options.
Becoming Financially Independent: A Practical Checklist for Young Adults - Financial habits that can help lay the groundwork for long-term stability.
Ask the Execs: Leading Green - Four executives from this year’s 100 Best Green Workplaces in Oregon share how sustainability shapes company culture, operations, employee engagement and more.
Living Smartly - King Living founder David King on how thoughtful furniture design meets long-term sustainability.
Rooted in the Region - How Burgerville turns Pacific Northwest ingredient sourcing into a sustainability model — and a better burger.