Economic Development and Green Jobs

Working in conjunction with Oregon's governments, businesses, academic and nonprofit organizations, these programs bring a sustainability perspective to Portland's economic development efforts.

National League of Cities, Green Cities Conference

The National League of Cities has chosen Portland to host their first Green Cities Conference. The City of Portland and Portland Development Commission along with over 100 of Oregon Sustainable Businesses hosted the opening night reception on April 19, 2009.

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PDX Lounge

PDX Lounge is an open-source marketing and economic development platform for both emerging and established sustainable industry leaders in Oregon. The business model is built on collaborative resource-and best practice-sharing. Learn more.

Portland Oregon Sustainability Institute

Developing a hub for sustainability research, networking, outreach and training. Learn more. 

Oregon Sustainable Wood Products Forum

A networking and training event co-hosted on May 13, 2008. Learn more.