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January 5, 2024

Find the right heating, cooling for your home to save energy, lower costs

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With a long list of new federal tax credits available through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)…

More on finding the right heating, cooling for your home
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November 16, 2023

How home energy audits help you lower your monthly bills

With a long list of new federal tax credits available through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)…

More on what a home energy audit can do for you
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September 20, 2023

Why weatherization is the first step you should take to enhance your home’s energy efficiency

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With a long list of new federal tax credits available through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)…

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July 26, 2023

Energy-saving upgrades can carry extra benefits for people with disabilities

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Energy-efficient homes not only save residents money on their energy bills, but they can also bring…

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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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January 20, 2023

Energy Trust supports rebuilding following powerful hailstorm in Wallowa

In August, an isolated storm with high winds and dense hailstones large enough to puncture a…

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December 16, 2022

Energy Trust at 20: Home energy use continues to evolve

In honor of Energy Trust’s 20th anniversary this year, we’re asking our staff experts to reflect…

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August 3, 2022

Solar Savers: Increased incentives help Josh Chang go solar

For Josh Chang and his wife Heidi, solar power seemed like a nice, “someday” dream for…

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October 27, 2021

Watch Energy Trust summits with residential, business customers

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Engaging customers of color, customers with lower incomes and rural customers is a core focus of…

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September 23, 2021

Equity and innovation: Three takeaways from CLEAResult’s Energy Forum

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The energy-efficiency industry must innovate to effectively respond to challenges, from growing costs to climate change…

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