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Improving the energy efficiency of your home can do a lot to improve your health. A recent report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy looked at 63 energy-efficiency programs across the U.S. It found saving energy can lessen exposure to air pollution, mold, pests and extreme temperatures, thereby reducing the likelihood or severity […]
Energy Trust said goodbye to two dedicated leaders this week as Debbie Kitchin and Roger Hamilton stepped down from its board of directors. Under their guidance, the organization not only helped thousands of Oregonians save and generate renewable energy, it increased investments in diversity, equity and inclusion in its operations and defined its strategic focus […]
The North Lincoln Fire & Rescue Bob Everest Fire Station underwent a series of renovations and upgrades thanks to a bond that passed in 2018. Located in the heart of Lincoln City, the station is ready to benefit the community for years to come. “The building is seismically retrofitted and energy efficient,” says Rob Dahlman, […]
Since higher energy costs disproportionately affect people with lower incomes, Energy Trust programs that make homes more efficient can also support investments in affordable housing. In recent years, Energy Trust has worked with affordable housing providers across the state to save thousands of dollars a year on energy costs, from Polk CDC in Dallas to […]
As part of its efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in its operations, Energy Trust has hired its first diversity, equity and inclusion lead. Tyrone Henry comes to Energy Trust from Portland Community College, where he did outreach to diverse contractors for PCC construction projects. Before that he worked as a contractor for 12 […]
Congratulations to the Deschutes Valley Water District for heading up a 10-year effort that achieved a major milestone: In November, the first steelhead since the 1960s swam unaided into the upper reaches of the Crooked River, a tributary of the Deschutes River. The fish made the journey up the recently constructed fish ladder at Opal […]
Energy Trust has introduced a new Solar Within Reach incentive to help income-qualified homeowners across Oregon go solar. Solar Within Reach provides higher incentives that cover more of the upfront cost of installing solar projects and is delivered by highly-qualified solar contractors. For the past year, Energy Trust has been exploring ways to deliver solar-specific offers […]
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