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Oregon Improves Emissions Performance Standard

RNP applauds the Oregon House of Representatives for their passage this week of a bill that clarifies an element in the state’s Emissions Performance Standard (EPS). The EPS establishes the maximum amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions that are permitted for electricity generating plants used to serve Oregon customers. Senate Bill 242, which passed by a 44-15 vote, fixes the language of the EPS to apply to out of state baseload electric plants, in addition to those located in Oregon.

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New Report: Over $9 Billion Invested In Oregon Renewable Resources

Salem, OR – A new report issued today on Earth Day by the region’s leading renewable energy advocacy organization shows that the amount of investment in renewable energy manufacturing and projects in Oregon now totals over $9 billion. Renewable Northwest Project (RNP) analyzed 2012 state economic development data and found that the $9 billion of cumulative investment in the state has resulted in a total of 3,200 MW’s of clean power generation, contributing over $79 million in cumulative public revenue to local communities. It is also estimated that over 4,600 jobs have been created in the renewable energy industry.

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Businesses Urge Governor Inslee to Extend Renewable Sales and Use Tax Exemption

Olympia, WA – 13 renewable energy companies and advocacy groups issued a letter to Washington Governor Jay Inslee today urging support of Senate Bill 5896. If passed, the bill would extend the renewable sales and use tax exemption, which has provided a tangible incentive for clean energy businesses to locate their projects in the state. The policy will otherwise expire in June.

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Renewable Northwest Project Announces LEED® Gold Certification

Portland, Ore. -The region’s leading renewable energy advocacy group, Renewable Northwest Project (RNP), announced today that its office has been LEED® Gold certified. The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance.

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News Highlights

Renewable energy standard works

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Wind energy industry poised to increase velocity in Oregon

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Clean energy advocates provide action plan for climate change solutions

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Advocates, Businesses and Citizens Call for More Solar Power

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RNP Commends PacifiCorp for Modernizing Grid, Saving Consumers Money

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Harvesting Wind Power, Featuring RNP Executive Director

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Newly Established Paul Woodin Memorial Scholarship Accepting Contributions

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Events

Passport to Empowerment

June 1, 2013, Portland, OR
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Solar Home Design Class

June 8, 2013, Lynnwood, WA
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SolWest Fair

July 26, 2013 - July 28, 2013, John Day, OR
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These are just the most recent events. See our full listing of events for more information.
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From The Director
J. Rachel Shimshak Director

Just as the creation of BPA's world-renowned federal hydro system brought jobs, economic vitality and clean energy to benefit our region, BPA's efforts to include new renewable resources into our electricity supply—such as solar, wind and geothermal - have continued the Northwest legacy of harnessing abundant diverse, clean resources to benefit regional customers. As we celebrate BPA's past and present accomplishments, we look forward to future opportunities to benefit our region's economy, communities and environment.

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