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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…

More about the benefits of energy efficiency for rural communities
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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 27, 2021

Logos Public Charter School increases learning opportunities for students

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Logos Public Charter School brings a personalized learning model to Medford, Oregon, combining in-person classes, online…

Learn how this building is saving over $17,000 in annual energy costs
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December 3, 2020

Sustainability shines at CraterWorks makerspace

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If you live in Central Point, Oregon and like to dream big, CraterWorks makerspace is the…

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December 2, 2020

Introducing our 2020 Net Zero Fellow: Mark McKechnie of Oregon Architecture, Inc.

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Congratulations to Mark McKechnie on receiving Energy Trust of Oregon’s 2020 Net Zero Fellowship grant. An…

Learn more about Mark’s net-zero research
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November 25, 2020

Energy Trust staff in Southern, Eastern Oregon provides local connections to customers

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For utility customers living in Southern or Eastern Oregon, one of the ways they learn about…

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November 17, 2020

New facility helps Bethlehem Inn provide hope to unhoused individuals

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Bethlehem Inn, an emergency shelter that serves unhoused individuals and families in Central Oregon, recently upgraded…

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November 11, 2020

LatinoBuilt helps local contractors grow their businesses

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LatinoBuilt, a trade association supporting Latino contractors throughout Oregon, is working to bring energy efficiency to…

Learn how LatinoBuilt is expanding energy efficiency education.
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October 20, 2020

Energy Trust resources for nonprofits, local governments and service providers

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Using less energy or generating renewable energy can pay off in many ways, from creating local…

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October 14, 2020

Energy Trust teams up with community partners to offer higher incentives

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Energy Trust’s 2020-2024 Strategic Plan calls for engaging underserved customers with relevant energy efficiency and renewable…

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