A U.S. District Court judge has thrown out a case against Portland General Electric (PGE) that alleges the utility is violating water quality standards at a large hydroelectric project in central Oregon.

The situation may improve as utilities venture into the charging market. 

During an energy forum yesterday, renewable energy leaders spent the majority of the breakfast explaining the nuances of a landmark law, Senate Bill 1547B — which transitions Oregon away from coal energy.

Janrain plans to announce $15.5 million in new venture capital today, making it one of the biggest venture rounds for an Oregon software company in many years.

The Portland restaurant community has banded together in support of Aviary, a fellow restaurant damaged by illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July.

Portland builders took home two coveted awards at the 2011 North American Handmade Bicycle Show in Austin.