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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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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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