Energy Trust of Oregon

As a Climate and Energy Consultant at Port of Portland, Andrea Caudill has big plans for reducing carbon emissions. One of her goals includes focusing on renewable fuels that can reduce toxic air pollutants. These improvements have the potential to benefit anyone living or working around the port facilities—including historically marginalized communities. In her interview, Andrea discusses what inspired her to combat climate change and the details of her decarbonization plan for the port. #Changemaker #SustainabilityLeader #PortOfPortland #Decarbonization

🌞 Exciting News! New, higher Energy Trust incentives are making it even easier for homeowners to install solar or solar + battery storage. Customers of PGE and Pacific Power are now eligible for combined incentives up to $7K or more per home. Check out our latest blog to learn how we can make solar + storage more affordable for you.

Energy Trust for Business lights the way for a small business in Coos Bay! 💡🚲 After 20 years with the State, Eric Clough chased his dream of opening a bike shop on Coos Bay's waterfront. But before his dream could shine, he needed the right lighting. Learn how Front Street Community Bike Works benefitted from Energy Trusts no-cost lighting offer!

Efficient and renewable buildings support so much more than just lower energy bills. We were proud to partner with the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde on the energy efficient features in their new Public Health Building. Take a virtual tour with this KGW-TV segment! https://lnkd.in/d27NeqqM

Communities, like those along the Oregon coast, are working to prepare and respond to the consequences of natural disasters and the impacts of climate change – all while balancing affordability. Earlier today, our director of innovation and development, Lizzie Rubado, attended the Southern Oregon Coast Housing Summit to speak on the role of clean energy in creating healthy, resilient communities. From upgrading to more efficient heating and cooling systems to simple, low-cost weatherization steps, big and small changes reduce energy costs and help keep housing costs lower than they would be otherwise. #OregonCoast #AffordableHousing #EnergyEfficiency

Calling all future tradeswomen of Oregon! The Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair in Portland is a place to explore apprenticeships and debt-free, lucrative career options. Come visit our booth on May 18 to learn about careers in energy efficiency such as solar, commercial lighting, construction and more. Be inspired, empowered and prepared to take the next step toward your future in the skilled construction trades. #OregonTradeswomenCareerFair #Tradeswoman #EnergySavers #Sustainability

Our community partners like Seeds for the Sol are helping make sure all Oregonians’ homes are safe, comfortable and affordable. For the Dayton family in Albany, Seeds for the Sol completed a home energy assessment and coordinated the installation of high-efficiency insulation and ductless heat pumps — at no cost. Energy Trust’s Community Partner Funding provides community organizations with increased incentives for home retrofits in the communities that need them most. Learn more and see more stories like this in our latest annual report: https://lnkd.in/gi3c-Wdx