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June 16, 2021

Energy Affordability Act offers utility bill relief for low-income Oregonians

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New legislation could provide financial relief to thousands of Oregonians struggling to pay their utility bills.…

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June 10, 2021

Utility assistance options available for Oregonians

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The economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals, businesses and communities may continue far into…

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June 4, 2021

Energy Trust selects small-scale community solar projects for custom incentives

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In May, Energy Trust of Oregon selected five small-scale (<360 kWAC) community solar projects aiming to…

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June 3, 2021

Oregon Community Solar Program seeks public input on next phase

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The Oregon Community Solar Program recently celebrated its first year of bringing access to local, clean…

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June 2, 2021

Changemaker: Karina Ruiz reimagines learning environments to create a more equitable future

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Welcome to the latest installment in our series of interviews with women who are transforming the…

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June 1, 2021

Stay cool in the heat with these no-cost tips for home

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Much of Oregon will see the hottest temperatures of the year today. Looking for some easy…

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May 25, 2021

2021 amended budget approved, includes more electric savings

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The Energy Trust Board of Directors unanimously approved Energy Trust’s Amended 2021 Budget and 2021-2022 Action…

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May 25, 2021

Annual report highlights results and collaboration in 2020

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Energy Trust of Oregon released its 2020 Annual Report highlighting customer success stories and results on…

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May 25, 2021

Energy Trust reports results of first diversity goals 

Back in 2018, Energy Trust developed 10 diversity, equity and inclusion goals to improve and enhance offers for customers it…

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May 25, 2021

With classrooms empty, schools make energy upgrades during pandemic

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Remote learning in 2020 left many classrooms empty. The silver lining? Many schools and colleges seized…

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