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July 21, 2023

RARE’s Allegra Starr helps Grants Pass plan for the future

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This post is part of a series featuring 2023 members of the University of Oregon’s Resource…

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July 11, 2023

Changemaker: Pooja Sonalee Apple draws inspiration for adaptive reuse and sustainability solutions from nature

This is part of a series of blog posts amplifying community voices. Pooja Sonalee Apple worked…

Read more about architect Pooja Sonalee Apple
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June 29, 2023

Affordable housing community saves and serves with solar

How can affordable multifamily housing construction projects keep costs in check and still include solar? The…

More on increased incentives making solar possible for affordable housing
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June 28, 2023

Energy Trust board visits Coos County, tours energy-saving projects

Energy Trust’s board of directors took its meeting on the road in June, spending two days…

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June 21, 2023

New board members bring equitable environmental perspectives

Energy Trust welcomed three new members to its board of directors in May: Jane Peters, Ellsworth…

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June 19, 2023

Community organization bridges gaps in energy equity

Energy insecurity, or the inability to meet basic energy needs, is more likely to be experienced…

Learn more about how Community Energy Project can support and empower Black homeowners to access clean energy resources that can reduce home energy costs
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May 31, 2023

Changemaker: Chandra Robinson creates impactful spaces rooted in inclusion and sustainability

This is part of a series of blog posts amplifying community voices. Growing up in Portland,…

Read more about Changemaker Chandra Robinson
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May 24, 2023

How Energy Trust is helping Oregonians stay safe in sweltering weather

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As extreme heat events continue to pose significant challenges for Oregonian, Energy Trust is exploring new…

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May 24, 2023

Villas Market: An example of community spirit

For 13 years, Villas Market, a family-owned Hispanic grocery store and market, has been more than…

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May 12, 2023

Annual report highlights Energy Trust results, community impact in 2022

As Energy Trust enters its third decade of service to Oregon and Southwest Washington, it remains…

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