Energy Trust is increasing cash incentives for solar and battery storage for 2026. But with the…
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Considering a solar lease? Proceed cautiously
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August 21, 2025
Salem family’s solar + storage project marks the 30,000 solar milestone for Energy Trust
A new solar plus battery storage installation at the Salem home of Lisa Talbott-Wafer and her…
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Energy efficiency remains among Oregon’s most affordable energy resources
Energy fuels daily life in Oregon, powering the homes and buildings people live and work in.…
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Breathe easier during allergy season with energy-smart choices
If you’ve been sneezing (a lot), you’re not alone. Allergy season is hitting hard in Oregon…
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Farmworker Housing is cutting energy costs and helping families save
For families living in one of Farmworker Housing Development Corporation’s (FHDC) 11 properties in Oregon’s mid-Willamette…
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April 25, 2025
Free energy education workshops empower renters to take control of their energy costs
In 2024, multifamily property owners facilitated nearly 100 free educational workshops for their renters with help…
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April 16, 2025
Solar Within Reach makes Coos Bay homeowner’s solar dream come true
Valerie Eiselein gives careful attention to her house and her finances. As an educator and grandmother,…
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Spring tips to keep your home comfortable
Spring is in the air, and with it comes changing temperatures across the Pacific Northwest. Whether…
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7 questions to consider before going solar
Maybe you have wondered if solar—or solar plus battery storage—could be a good addition to your…
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Claim home energy tax credits to maximize savings
Federal tax credits created through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) to help people make their homes more…
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