In May 2020, Jessie Miller learned she was becoming a foster mom. She rushed to buy…
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February 18, 2025
Comfort for a cause: Hermiston nonprofit saves energy while improving comfort
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January 15, 2025
Empowering Affordable Housing with Energy Efficiency and Solar
(Photos courtesy of Central City Concern) A new affordable housing development in Portland is tackling critical…
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January 7, 2025
2025 Existing Buildings incentive updates
Businesses across Oregon and Washington are embracing sustainable practices, creating a ripple effect of benefits for…
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December 18, 2024
Beaverton’s first year-round shelter combines sustainability and compassion
This fall, the City of Beaverton unveiled its first permanent, year-round homeless shelter. A former mattress…
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November 25, 2024
With Energy Trust support, Oregon schools save energy and strengthen classrooms
Schools are some of our most important buildings. As community hubs, schools aren’t just places where…
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November 15, 2024
City of Beaverton and Energy Trust celebrate hydropower success
This fall, Energy Trust of Oregon was pleased to join the City of Beaverton in celebrating…
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November 6, 2024
Learn how the Salem Navigation Center transformed vacant office space into a low-barrier shelter providing services, stabilization and sustainability for transitional housing
The Salem Navigation Center is a first-of-its-kind low-barrier shelter—a space where people can come as they…
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November 6, 2024
Mentorship program helps trade contractors grow their businesses
To help contractors integrate into Energy Trust of Oregon’s trade ally network, the Peer Mentorship Program…
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November 5, 2024
From classrooms to cash incentives: How Centennial School District is leading in energy efficiency
Since 2005, Centennial School District has worked with Energy Trust of Oregon to create a brighter,…
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October 31, 2024
Oregon’s new transit garage: Leading the way in transit sustainability and efficiency
TriMet needed a major upgrade to meet its goal of maintaining and operating an all-electric, zero-emission…
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