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April 21, 2021

New community solar projects bring solar to more Oregonians

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The first three community solar projects through the Oregon Community Solar Program are now online, bringing…

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April 19, 2021

Survey validates Energy Trust work to connect with new customers

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Energy Trust’s focus on reaching people of color, those in rural parts of the state, renters…

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April 14, 2021

Meet Tracy Scott, Energy Trust’s next director of energy programs

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Energy Trust has selected Tracy Scott to be its next director of energy program when outgoing…

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March 25, 2021

Q&A with community solar as program marks first anniversary

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The Oregon Community Solar Program gives customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power and Idaho Power…

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March 25, 2021

Energy Trust announces 2021 diversity, equity and inclusion goals

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Energy Trust’s vision is clean, affordable energy for everyone. Achieving this means working to reach previously…

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March 22, 2021

Despite challenges, Energy Trust delivers on clean energy goals in 2020

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Energy Trust participants overcame countless challenges in 2020 to save energy and generate renewable energy. Their…

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February 23, 2021

Honoring Black leaders in energy efficiency, environmental justice

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In honor of Black History Month, Energy Trust is highlighting the contributions of Black leaders in…

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February 22, 2021

Racial disparities in the energy industry: measuring equity

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The killing of George Floyd and ensuing protests brought America’s history of systemic racism to the…

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February 9, 2021

New report highlights benefits of energy efficiency for rural communities

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Rural residents on average spend 40% more than their urban counterparts on energy bills relative to…

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February 2, 2021

The Burnside Boardwalk affordable housing project will build community through energy efficiency

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Bill Reed refers to himself as a “watt cutter.” As the designer behind Burnside Boardwalk, an…

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