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September 17, 2026

Energy savings help Salem Kroc Center do more for the community

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Since 2009, The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Salem has been a place where people come…

Learn more about Salem Kroc Center’s DDC upgrade
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September 14, 2026

Four Paths to Save Big for Industry and Ag Businesses

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Industrial facilities and agricultural producers have many opportunities to reduce energy costs, improve system performance and…

Explore the options to find the best fit for your goals
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September 8, 2026

Feedback survey provides insight into customer satisfaction

Energy Trust of Oregon recently published its 2025 Fast Feedback Survey End of Year Report, which…

Read more about Energy Trust's latest customer feedback
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September 8, 2026

Progress report shows energy results on track

Energy Trust has released its first public report showing progress under its 2026-2030 Multiyear Plan. The…

Read more about Energy Trust's progress in 2026
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August 14, 2026

Energy Trust’s Kathleen Belkhayat receives ACEEE Champions of Energy Efficiency in Buildings Award 

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Energy Trust of Oregon is excited to share that its own Kathleen Belkhayat has received the 2026 Champions…

Read more about Kathleen Belkhayat's recent ACEEE award
Featured
August 3, 2026

Stewardship meets energy efficiency at Mount Angel Abbey

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Nestled in the rolling hills of the Willamette Valley, Mount Angel Abbey is a Benedictine community…

Read more about Mount Angel Abbey’s HVAC upgrade
Featured
July 27, 2026

New tool makes it easier to track incentive application status

On July 31, Energy Trust of Oregon launched a new online application status tool to provide…

Read more about Energy Trust's new application status too
Featured
July 23, 2026

Local favorites Lardo and Grassa serve up energy savings

For Portland diners, the names Lardo and Grassa are more than familiar. They’re local favorites. Lardo…

Read more about energy savings at Lardo and Grassa
Featured
July 22, 2026

Tips for wildfire season

As wildfire season continues across Oregon, prolonged drought and extreme summer heat are increasing the risk…

Read more about staying safe during wildfire season
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July 22, 2026

Aloha High School upgrades deliver major energy savings

Matt Lichtenfels’ work for Beaverton School District is a bit like detective work. As the district’s…

Read the full story about Aloha High School’s energy-saving upgrades

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