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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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January 26, 2021

Online fair offers one-stop shop for home, career resources

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With so many people facing financial uncertainty and seeing their energy costs increase while they spend…

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January 22, 2021

Energy Trust funds scholarships in green construction training

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As building construction in Oregon becomes more energy efficient—thanks to consumer demand, code advancements and public…

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January 19, 2021

Energy Trust’s early funding is key to irrigation projects’ success

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Energy Trust has worked with Farmers Conservation Alliance since 2015 on water-saving improvements that can also…

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January 13, 2021

Energy Trust seeks candidates for director of energy programs position

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Energy Trust is conducting a national recruiting search for its next director of energy programs. This…

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January 13, 2021

Peter West’s career will shape Oregon energy sector long after he retires

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As he reflects on his 18-year career at Energy Trust, Director of Energy Programs Peter West…

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December 14, 2020

Diversity, recovery and innovation: Energy Trust’s 2021 budget lays the groundwork for a big year

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Energy Trust’s 2021 budget, which was approved by its board of directors last week, lays the…

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December 10, 2020

Energy Trust’s Kati Harper among NEEA award winners

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Energy Trust’s Kati Harper was among the winners at last week’s Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance's Leadership…

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November 25, 2020

Solar Within Reach marks participation milestone

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More than 50 income-qualified homeowners across Oregon have installed solar energy systems to help power their…

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November 25, 2020

Efficiency is the second largest energy resource in Oregon

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While Oregon is on a path to a cleaner, low carbon future, there are still plenty…

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