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December 1, 2021

Meyer Memorial Trust’s new headquarters embodies organizational values of sustainability and equity

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When Meyer Memorial Trust decided to build a new headquarters, the Oregon foundation wanted to create…

Read more about Meyer's sustainable and equity-centered design
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November 9, 2021

Columbia Gorge Confections proves sustainability can be sweet

Jessica Wright can’t help but think about the impact her business has on the environment—now and…

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November 3, 2021

Hip, affordable Lolo Pass Hotel brings style and sustainability to Portland’s eastside

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When sisters Lauren and Lee Gonzalez decided to open Lolo Pass Hotel on Portland’s east side,…

More on Lolo Pass Hotel's sustainability efforts
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November 2, 2021

Baker County Library overcomes challenges, leads by example with energy efficiency

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Ed Adamson, a facilities specialist with the Baker County Library, views the library as a valuable…

More on Baker County Public Library
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November 1, 2021

Changemaker: Alison Kwok helps fill the gaps in architectural education

This is a part of a series of blog posts amplifying community voices.   Alison Kwok is…

More on Alison Kwok
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October 8, 2021

How to optimize energy use at your business

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Commercial buildings are diverse in both appearance and end use. Buildings range from the tiny dry…

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October 4, 2021

Join the People’s Ecochallenge and support social change at your business

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Many people and organizations are looking for ways to reduce their impact on the planet and…

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September 30, 2021

Changemaker: Michelle DePass places people at the center of change and advocacy

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This is a part of a series of blog posts amplifying community voices.   Michelle DePass was hired to…

Learn more about Michelle
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September 22, 2021

Umatilla School District offers K-12 students more than just an education

Umatilla School District’s superintendent, Heidi Sipe, accepts a check from Energy Trust.

The Umatilla School District continues to have an active energy program since enrolling in Energy Trust…

Umatilla School District continues to save energy and money
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September 7, 2021

SEM internship program builds foundation for career paths in the energy industry

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Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program provides organizations the opportunity and resources to…

More about SEM internships and career paths in the energy industry

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