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Oregon's electric vehicle cluster has created 1,500 jobs and $266M. Read More
A nationwide index shows Oregon now leads the nation when it comes to clean jobs. Read More
A new ranking of metro areas by clean technology prowess places Portland third in U.S. Read More
A new report puts Oregon at No. 9 for clean energy job creation. Read More
Oregon is the third busiest state for geothermal projects under development, according to a new report. Read More
New report from Clean-Edge ranks Oregon 2nd in U.S. for leadership in clean-energy. Read More
Oregon's energy efficiency policy and program implementation helped rank it the fourth most energy efficient state, according to a new report. Read More
A new study ranks Oregon 8th in solar jobs, with job growth up 285 percent (3,340 jobs) over last year. Read More
Oregon BEST seeks versatile, detail and results-oriented professional to join our team as a half-time Operations Specialist. Read More
U.S. Energy Secretary Stephen Chu came to Portland to promote engineering education and said sustainability is the next Space Race. Read More
The University of Oregon's new policy for campus development calls for a net-zero increase in energy use. Read More
Oregon has jumped 40 places since 2008 and now ranks 5th in the U.S. for entrepreneurial activity. Read More
Portland is the second most sustainable city in the U.S. based on green industry projects, LEED certifications, incentives, energy efficiency, and... Read More
Indow Windows' innovative inserts named Top 10 Green Building Products by Sustainable Industries. Read More
Oregon BEST's president among top cleantech business leaders in PNW. More
Oregon BEST and Indow Windows both win "Innovation in Sustainability" Awards! Read More
Help recognize the human capital of our region's clean-tech leadership. Oregon BEST is proud to be a sponsor of the Pivotal Leaders network. Read More
Investing in Oregon's clean-energy sector creates 'green' jobs. Read More
UK delegation visits Oregon to build green business collaborations. Read More
Oregon ranks 2nd in U.S. for clean-energy leadership, new report says. Read More
EPA advisor says Oregon is a global leader in green chemistry realm. Read More
New report from Duke University suggests solar energy costs now lower than nuclear. Read More
A new study ranks Oregon's geothermal energy development third in U.S., and OIT's Geo-Heat Center plays key... Read More
OREGON BEST IN THE NEWS
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Red List Design Finalists Named05/17/2013
Four finalists in the $15,000 Oregon BEST Red List Design Challenge include earthen flooring, plant-based insulation, a salvaged wood lamp, and a window blind that doesn't cut daylight. More.
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Brewing Electricity from Wastewater05/15/2013
An Oregon BEST Commercialization Grant helps company test microbial fuel cell that could clean wastewater, generate electricity, and reduce water usage at Widmer Bros. Brewery. More.
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Grant Funds Solar-Activated Water Treatment04/17/2013
A floating, solar-activated device that can treat stormwater wins an Oregon BEST Commercialization Grant. More.
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CSD Nano: Semi-Finalist at Angel Conference04/15/2013
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Grant Funds Innovative Window Coating03/28/2013
An Oregon BEST Commercialization Grant funds development of new window coating that could save millions on indoor lighting costs. More.