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October 6, 2026

Draft Ninth Northwest Power Plan released for public comment

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On August 11, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council voted unanimously to release its draft Ninth…

Read more about the draft Ninth Northwest Power Plan
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September 30, 2026

Oregon’s upcoming home energy rebate (HOMES and HEAR) programs begin recruiting local contractors

Oregon Department of Energy recently announced that its two new federally funded energy rebate programs (also…

Oregon’s new home energy rebate programs are one step closer to launch
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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
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July 2, 2026

Community Partner Network launches, supporting greater impact for underserved communities

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In June, Energy Trust of Oregon launched the Community Partner Network, a centralized pathway to connect…

Read more about our Community Partner Network
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May 4, 2026

Board visit to Clatsop County highlights local clean energy projects

In April, Energy Trust of Oregon’s board of directors held their annual regional board meeting in…

Read more about Energy Trust’s Clatsop County board visit
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February 23, 2026

Energy Trust Board of Directors elects officers for 2026

At its Feb. 4 meeting, Energy Trust of Oregon’s Board of Directors elected new 2026 officers.…

Read more about Energy Trust’s 2026 Board leadership
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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 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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