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July 27, 2021

Nonprofit accelerates energy investment in rural Lake County

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With 8,000 residents, South Central Oregon’s Lake County is more remote than many of Oregon’s rural…

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July 12, 2021

Changemaker: Anna Mackay reframes what it means to be a real estate developer

Photo credit: Heather Hawksford Welcome to the latest installment in our series of interviews with women…

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June 18, 2021

‘Black history is American history.’ Kheoshi Owens on Juneteenth, reparations and ending racism

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This is the first in a series of blog posts amplifying community voices.  For Kheoshi Owens,…

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June 17, 2021

Efficient exhaust system is latest major cost-saving upgrade at Portland Community College

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Investment in energy efficiency projects and other sustainability efforts continue to bring major savings for Oregon’s…

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June 16, 2021

Virtual conference offers advice on resilience, emergency preparedness

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While emergencies like pandemics and natural disasters are challenging for everyone, the impact is often greater…

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June 4, 2021

Energy Trust selects small-scale community solar projects for custom incentives

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In May, Energy Trust of Oregon selected five small-scale (<360 kWAC) community solar projects aiming to…

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June 3, 2021

Oregon Community Solar Program seeks public input on next phase

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The Oregon Community Solar Program recently celebrated its first year of bringing access to local, clean…

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June 2, 2021

Changemaker: Karina Ruiz reimagines learning environments to create a more equitable future

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Welcome to the latest installment in our series of interviews with women who are transforming the…

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May 20, 2021

Collaboration helps Washington Co. residents stay safe, save money at home

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A collaboration between the nonprofit Community Action and Energy Trust is helping people in Washington County…

More about how Washington County residents are saving money and staying safe at home
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May 5, 2021

Net Zero Fellow’s research shows energy-saving opportunities for new multifamily buildings

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The latest research conducted with the support of Energy Trust of Oregon’s  Net Zero Fellowship grant…

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