Before drinking water arrives in Hood River homes and businesses, it now performs a valuable, new…
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September 23, 2026
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September 23, 2026
The smarter backup power solution: Solar + storage vs. portable generators
With extreme weather events and wildfires on the rise, Oregonians are facing a greater threat of…
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June 26, 2026
Preparing for wildfires: How solar + storage makes your home resilient
As drought conditions increase wildfire risk across Oregon, more homeowners and businesses are looking at pairing…
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May 29, 2026
Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program reopens June 15
Oregon residents once again have a chance to get up to $5,000 for solar and up…
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May 12, 2026
Annual report highlights benefits delivered to customers and communities in 2025
Energy Trust of Oregon has released its 2025 annual report, highlighting progress toward a vision of…
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April 8, 2026
Solar + storage delivers savings for Meals on Wheels People
With the installation of a new solar and battery storage system, Meals on Wheels People is…
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April 3, 2026
Oregonians going solar now have greater protections in place
On March 5, 2026, Gov. Tina Kotek signed legislation to better protect Oregonians considering solar from…
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March 30, 2026
City of Tualatin taps overlooked energy source for clean hydropower
The City of Tualatin is controlling energy costs and supporting their climate action plan through an…
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March 11, 2026
To go solar safely, beware of scams and lease terms
Installing solar is still a smart move in 2026, but it pays to check our consumer…
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February 26, 2026
What’s it like to go solar? Follow the Olsen family’s experience
This is the first installment in a year-long series that will follow one family’s solar journey.…
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