Southeast Portland residents and industry representatives got a chance to comment last night on Cleaner Air Oregon, a set of rules Gov. Kate Brown proposed that would limit industrial air toxics. We captured a few comments as neighborhood advocacy groups squared off against rail company employees. Related Story: DEQ ramps up penalties for asbestos violations “I’ve … Read more
A Portland City Club panel explores the intersection between indigenous leadership, natural resource management and environmental justice.
The manufacturing of alternatives to plastic products could be the next frontier in the cleantech sector.
Oregon’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has levied $177,750 in penalties against 14 businesses for violating rules for the safe removal of asbestos from buildings since it introduced more stringent regulation at the start of this year.
As Portland and other cities grapple with the fallout from environmental pollutants, a Eugene company develops a natural method to test for environmental toxins.
Troutdale Energy Center, an offshoot of Ares Management, revoked plans to develop a gas power plant between the Troutdale Airport and Columbia River.
The remainder of the 25,000-acre Boardman Tree Farm sold and will be cleared for potatoes and cattle.
On June 12, Edible Portland and Ecotrust are holding their 7th annual Local Hero Awards, with a keynote by Nell Newman, to honor outstanding members of our local food community.
The Multnomah Bar Association Young Lawyers Section (MBA YLS) is adopting the American Bar Association’s Wills for Heroes program.