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Will We See More Seismic Retrofitting in the Construction Industry?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Earthquake retrofits are a hot topic in Portland, Oregon. The city council has specifically explored the need to upgrade unreinforced masonry buildings , which are likely to sustain significant damage during an earthquake. These discussions also lead to questions about the new seismic retrofitting industry in the region.

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Cannabis Cultivation has Growing Environmental Implications

Green Building Law Update

The rate producers and processors pay falls between the small commercial and large commercial energy rates. In Oregon the Cannabis Environmental Best Practices Task Force has approved recommendations expected to be presented to the legislature later this month. 4) Investigate water regulations for small‐scale producers.

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Oregon Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

For a list of Oregon economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Entrepreneurial Development Loan Fund (EDLF): EDLF provides direct loans to help start-ups, micro-enterprises and small businesses expand or become established in Oregon. loan origination fee.

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Marisol Malibu: Setting a New Standard for Zero Carbon Real Estate

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While 12 months of occupancy data is required for full Zero Carbon Certification, developers will often want to demonstrate their sustainability achievements to prospective buyers/tenants earlier on. Sustainable Timber: Timber used on the project was handpicked to ensure sustainability. . ZERO CARBON READY: A NEW PATHWAY.

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Daimler NA Unveils Two Electric Freightliner Models

Construction Equipment

Freightliner Trucks premiered two fully electrified commercial vehicles - a Freightliner eCascadia heavy-duty truck and a Freightliner eM2 106 medium-duty truck - Wednesday during the Daimler Trucks Capital Market and Technology Day in Portland, Oregon.

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Designing the oft-overlooked transition between air barrier and fenestration

Construction Specifier

The Slate apartment in Portland, Oregon. Specifying an air barrier system in commercial buildings can improve indoor air quality (IAQ), provide energy savings by reducing heating and cooling cost, help control air leakage, and support sustainable design. Photo ©Joshua Jay Elliot/courtesy Works Progress Architecture.

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Geothermal ?Big Tent? Event to take Place August 16 | Geothermal.

Contractor Magazine

Plumbing Commercial Plumbing. The “big tent” even takes place Thursday, August 16 at Oregon Dairy, 2900 Oregon Pike, Lititz, PA. “A day at Oregon Dairy will deepen attendees’ knowledge geothermal technology, its many uses and incredible energy efficiency.” Username or e-mail: *. Password: *.

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