Company generates electricity from duckweed
Pacific Domes of Ashland sells BioEnergy Domes capable of generating electricity from duckweed—and then using the exhaust to grow more duckweed.
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Oregon Port faces rebuilding after tsunami
The Port of Brookings Harbor must rebuild much of its infrastructure after Friday’s tsunami surge.
Eugene retailers get makeovers
Some of Eugene’s vacant boxy former retail stores are being redeveloped into rows of boutiques.
Tokyo to Portland flights resume
Flights from Tokyo to Portland resumed Sunday after being grounded since Friday.
Green energy incentives impact unclear
It is unclear how much of an impact the Business Energy Tax Credit has had on Oregon’s high unemployment rate.
Capital gains taxes under fire
Oregon lawmakers are again considering several proposals aimed at cutting taxes on investment income.
Clearwire CEO resigns
Three top executives, including CEO Bill Morrow, have left Wireless broadband provider Clearwire Corp.
Lithium Balance considers Portland
Lithium Balance, a battery company based in Denmark, is considering Portland as the potential site for its U.S. headquarters.
Oregon may consider four-day workweek
House Bill 2932 would have Oregon plan and implement a four-day workweek for state workers.
Money transfer scams doubled in 2010
International money transfer scams doubled in 2010, continuing to bilk unsuspecting Oregonians out of their money.