Back to News
Oregon News
The following news clips highlight Oregon involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.
October 7, 2009
DOE Delivers $72 Million to Seven States and Territories for Clean Energy
To support local energy efficiency projects and conservation efforts, DOE has awarded Recovery Act funds to Idaho, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, and the U.S. Virgin Islands under its Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program. More
August 14, 2009
Oregon Begins Biodiesel Fuel Requirements at Gas Stations
Oregon's requirement for gas stations to sell B2—2 percent biodiesel blended with conventional diesel—began August 5 in nine Oregon counties. The new rule mandates that all Oregon counties must sell the B2 mixture starting October 1. More
July 1, 2009
DOE Awards $454 Million for Clean Energy in 18 States
The states of Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington. and West Virginia have received $454 million in Recovery Act funds through DOE's State Energy Program. More
June 17, 2009
Federal Agencies to Assist with Clean Energy Development in the West
DOE and the Western Governor's Association released a report on June 15 that identifies 37 "hubs" for renewable energy in the western United States, plus 17 in western Canada and in Baja California. The hubs could yield nearly 200,000 megawatts of renewable power, and DOE and other federal agencies will strive to help make that happen. More
May 27, 2009
Interior Department Awards $15 Million for Forest Thinning on Public Lands
The Interior Department will direct Recovery Act funds toward 55 projects to remove "hazardous fuels" from areas susceptible to wildfires. Of those 55 projects, 23 in eight states are designated as biomass utilization projects, which means that the small trees, accumulated deadwood, and underbrush will be converted to energy. More
November 26, 2008
California and Oregon Build an Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles
All-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are expected to grab a growing share of the vehicle market in coming years, and new private and public efforts in California and Oregon are intended to encourage residents, companies, and local governments to buy or lease the vehicles. More
November 19, 2008
BLM Offers Geothermal Leases in Utah, Idaho, and Oregon
Utah, Idaho, and Oregon have significant geothermal energy resources, even though only three geothermal power plants have been built in the three states. To encourage more development, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will offer nearly 200,000 acres for lease in December. More
August 4, 2008
Oregon Approves 909-Megawatt Wind Farm
A 909-megawatt wind farm in northcentral Oregon has been approved for a site certificate by the Oregon Energy Facility Siting Council. The Shepherds Flat Wind Farm will double Oregon's current wind capacity. More
April 14, 2008
Oregon Governor Outlines Vision for Climate-Friendly Transportation Policies
Governor Ted Kulongoski has announced his vision for how Oregon can incorporate policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the state’s transportation plan. His plan includes alternative fuels and alternative vehicles. More
April 2, 2008
FERC and Oregon to Coordinate Reviews of Wave Energy Projects
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the State of Oregon have agreed to coordinate their reviews of wave energy projects along the state's coastline. The state wants to be a leader in wave energy and is preparing a comprehensive siting plan for wave energy projects. More
