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July 21, 2023

What energy, climate legislation did Oregon lawmakers pass this year?

Oregon’s legislative session ended last month with a flurry of activity—including passage of new energy and…

More on the energy, climate legislation passed this year
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July 20, 2023

Retrocommissioning is a big word with an even bigger payback for Clackamas Community College

Retrocommissioning (RCx) is a detailed process that evaluates a building’s energy performance with the goal of…

More on the retrocommissioning of the college
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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…

More on the Coos County tours
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June 27, 2023

Market challenges, opportunities in 2024 start to take shape

Between growing demand, rising costs, new funding opportunities and fast-approaching deadlines for utilities to meet ambitious…

Read more about how Energy Trust is preparing for a busy 2024
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June 21, 2023

Efficiency upgrades help Tienda Mi Tierra save energy and money

Julio Rodriguez opened his Mexican grocery, Tienda Mi Tierra, in September 2022. Located in the Rockwood…

Read more about how Tienda Mi Tierra saved energy and money.
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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 30, 2023

International conference underlines need for local solutions

A recent conference reinforced the need for Energy Trust’s community-based approaches when it comes to clean…

More about the international conference
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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…

More about how to stay safe in sweltering weather
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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…

Read more about Villas Market
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May 9, 2023

Clean Water Services optimizes controls to equalize influent flow and save $25,000 a year in energy costs

  Clean Water Services, a water resources management utility serving 620,000 customers in Washington County, does…

More about Clean Water Services

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