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January 7, 2026

2026 Existing Buildings incentive updates

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2026 is bringing new opportunities for businesses across Oregon and Southwest Washington. With incentive updates and…

Read about 2026 incentive updates for businesses
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January 7, 2026

2026 Multifamily incentive updates

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Building performance is a growing priority for multifamily properties, especially when upgrades can reduce operating costs…

Read more about 2026 incentive updates for multifamily properties
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December 18, 2025

Five energy myths that could be costing you extra

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Every household has its own habits when it comes to energy-saving methods, but not all of…

Read more for information about common energy saving myths
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December 18, 2025

Energy Trust evaluations and research support continuous improvement

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One way Energy Trust works to improve our programs and better serve customers is through ongoing evaluations and research…

Read about how evaluation shapes our program design
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December 17, 2025

A fresh spin on clean clothes and energy savings

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Sunshine Laundry has been serving people in Southwest Washington since the early 1970s. When owner Peter…

Read more about ozone laundry systems.
Featured
December 17, 2025

The Oregon Department of Energy releases new Oregon Energy Strategy

With the release of the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE)’s new Oregon Energy Strategy, the state…

Read more about the new Oregon Energy Strategy
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December 16, 2025

Langell Valley Irrigation District: Saving energy, water and money in Southern Oregon

In the rolling high desert east of Klamath Falls, the Langell Valley Irrigation District manages more…

Read about Langell Valley Irrigation District
Featured
December 3, 2025

Last chance to stack federal tax credits with local incentives for home energy upgrades

The clock is ticking for Oregonians to take advantage of stacked savings on home energy upgrades.…

Learn more about available home energy upgrades
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December 1, 2025

Old steam traps out, new savings in for Western Oregon University

While students are away on summer break, Western Oregon University’s maintenance team can focus on larger,…

Read how steam trap repairs pay off
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November 19, 2025

Annual Trade Ally Forums draw hundreds of local contractors across Oregon

Energy Trust held its 2025 in-person Trade Ally Forums last month in Bend, Medford and Portland.…

Read more for highlights from our annual Trade Ally Forums

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