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May 13, 2016

2016 ENERGY STAR® awards recognize Gresham-Barlow School District and Energy Trust trade allies

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Each year, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy honor organizations that…

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May 13, 2016

Bike shop gears up for savings with LEDs

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Just in time for the national Bike More Challenge, Portland’s Cyclepath bike shop installed LED lighting…

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May 11, 2016

Iron Horse Lodge keeps housing affordable and energy efficient for low-income seniors in Prineville

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From left: Back: Mike Maxham (SunWest Builders), Steve Buettner (SunWest Builders), Wayne Powderly (SunWest Builders), Mike…

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May 10, 2016

Clean Water Services’ new cogeneration system turns waste into watts

Pictured (left to right): Chair Andy Duyck, Clean Water Services/Washington County; Michael Kaplan, Oregon Department of Energy; and Betsy Kaufmann, Energy Trust of Oregon

Pictured (left to right): Chair Andy Duyck, Clean Water Services/Washington County; Michael Kaplan, Oregon Department of Energy;…

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April 8, 2016

Share energy-saving tips for Earth Day

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Is your company or green team looking for energy-saving tips to share in a newsletter with…

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April 6, 2016

Big savings for small-town grocery store

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How did owners of Jacksonville’s Ruch Country Store reduce energy costs, enhance the store’s appearance and…

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March 29, 2016

Lather, rinse, save

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Spring is a great time to clean up your home—and your energy bills. In many households,…

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March 29, 2016

Welcome to the new Energy Trust blog

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This month, the Energy Trust blog has a new look and format to help you find…

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March 23, 2016

Trade Ally of the Month: Ambassador Fireplaces

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Located in Springfield, Ambassador Fireplaces offer gas fireplace and water heating equipment installations to Lane County…

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March 10, 2016

Oregon lawmakers close session with new clean energy laws

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Solar system installed by Energy Trust trade ally Imagine Energy. Before adjourning on March 3, the…

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