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October 6, 2026

Investing in Oregon’s irrigation infrastructure

As drought conditions and climate change put increasing pressure on Oregon’s water sources, farmers and irrigation…

Read more about how Energy Trust is support irrigation districts
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October 6, 2026

Draft Ninth Northwest Power Plan released for public comment

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On August 11, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council voted unanimously to release its draft Ninth…

Read more about the draft Ninth Northwest Power Plan
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September 30, 2026

Oregon’s upcoming home energy rebate (HOMES and HEAR) programs begin recruiting local contractors

Oregon Department of Energy recently announced that its two new federally funded energy rebate programs (also…

Oregon’s new home energy rebate programs are one step closer to launch
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September 25, 2026

Back-to-school and fall prep: Simple DIY energy-saving tips for Oregon families

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As summer winds down and students head back to the classroom, household routines undergo a major…

Learn simple DIY energy-saving tips
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September 23, 2026

Hidden hydropower helps Hood River

Before drinking water arrives in Hood River homes and businesses, it now performs a valuable, new…

Learn how pump stations can be adapted to generate clean power and savings
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September 8, 2026

Feedback survey provides insight into customer satisfaction

Energy Trust of Oregon recently published its 2025 Fast Feedback Survey End of Year Report, which…

Read more about Energy Trust's latest customer feedback
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September 8, 2026

Progress report shows energy results on track

Energy Trust has released its first public report showing progress under its 2026-2030 Multiyear Plan. The…

Read more about Energy Trust's progress in 2026
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August 14, 2026

Energy Trust’s Kathleen Belkhayat receives ACEEE Champions of Energy Efficiency in Buildings Award 

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Energy Trust of Oregon is excited to share that its own Kathleen Belkhayat has received the 2026 Champions…

Read more about Kathleen Belkhayat's recent ACEEE award
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July 30, 2026

Too much for assistance, not enough to self-fund: Closing the energy gap for one Gladstone homeowner

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Laura Scholtka spent her career as an insurance claims adjuster before retiring early in 2012. These…

Learn how energy upgrades can improve comfort and lower bills.
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July 27, 2026

New tool makes it easier to track incentive application status

On July 31, Energy Trust of Oregon launched a new online application status tool to provide…

Read more about Energy Trust's new application status too

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