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September 21, 2018

Energy-efficient homes abound on Southern Oregon Tour of Homes

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Judging by the number of EPSTM rated homes on this year’s Southern Oregon Tour of Homes,…

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July 27, 2018

Mi Casa

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In English Sin importar si usted está rentado o comprando donde viva, puede mejorar la comodidad…

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December 12, 2017

Take advantage of Oregon’s Residential Energy Tax Credit before it expires at year-end

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Oregon’s state energy tax credit, called the Residential Energy Tax Credit, will expire on December 31, 2017. While…

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September 22, 2016

10,000 efficient homes and counting

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More than 10,000 homes have now been rated with EPS™, Energy Trust’s home energy performance rating.…

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September 16, 2016

Building efficiency into Habitat for Humanity homes

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When she moved into a subdivision constructed by Willamette West Habitat for Humanity, the dream of…

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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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February 26, 2016

Online solar mapping tool expands to Portland

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This month, Mapdwell® expanded their solar mapping coverage to 2.2 million inhabitants of homes and businesses…

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October 30, 2015

Seize the daylight savings

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When Daylight Saving Time ends on November 1, Oregonians will rely more on light bulbs to…

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