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December 1, 2025

Old steam traps out, new savings in for Western Oregon University

While students are away on summer break, Western Oregon University’s maintenance team can focus on larger,…

Read how steam trap repairs pay off
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November 19, 2025

Powering the future of farming: Rusted Gate Farm’s path to net-zero

A modern municipal building labeled "Rusted City Hall" with beige walls, dark trim, and a tall glass-paneled section reflecting the surroundings. Solar panels line the roof, and young landscaping plants border a paved walkway leading to the entrance. The sky is clear and blue, suggesting a clean, well-maintained environment.

In Oregon's Rogue River Valley, Rusted Gate Farm is far more than a typical agricultural operation.…

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November 19, 2025

Annual Trade Ally Forums draw hundreds of local contractors across Oregon

Energy Trust held its 2025 in-person Trade Ally Forums last month in Bend, Medford and Portland.…

Read more for highlights from our annual Trade Ally Forums
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November 18, 2025

Ray’s Food Place finds energy-saving wins in everyday operations

C&K Market, Inc., is a small independent grocery retailer based in Medford, Oregon. Their flagship retail…

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November 18, 2025

Meet Energy Trust’s outreach managers

Energy Trust’s outreach team connects customers across Oregon with services and incentives and builds partnerships within…

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November 18, 2025

Considering a solar lease? Proceed cautiously

While it might sound like a low-cost path to solar benefits, it’s important to do your…

Learn more about a solar lease
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November 13, 2025

Save money and energy at home with these DIY tips

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Oregon homeowners have an opportunity to maximize home improvement budgets with Energy Trust cash incentives and…

Read more on DIY tips to save energy and money
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November 3, 2025

Boys and Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington turn energy savings into support for local youth

Built in the 1950s, the building that once housed Hazel Dell Elementary was later transformed into…

Read more about their roof insulation upgrade
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October 29, 2025

Roadmap for recovery: Talent, Phoenix emerge with energy-saving homes five years after fires

Landscape photo of new homes built after the Labor Day fires of 2020 in Talent, OR.

In September 2020, a series of wildfires burned more than 1 million acres across Oregon, destroying…

Read more about energy efficient wildfire rebuilding
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October 28, 2025

Pacific Pine Products: Rural business committed to energy savings and improving its community

Nestled in the high desert of Lakeview, Oregon—one of the most rural communities in the state—Pacific…

Read more about how Pacific Pine is benefiting their community and saving money

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