ODOE to Hold Virtual Workshops for Study on Small-Scale and Community Renewable Energy Projects

The Oregon Department of Energy has scheduled four virtual workshops this spring and summer for the HB 2021 Study on Small-Scale and Community Renewable Energy Projects.

Members of the public are welcome to listen in on the workshops as our study’s work group members and department staff discuss findings and consider content to include in the final report. There will be a chance for public comment at the meetings, as well. Meeting materials and links to log in to the meetings will be available on our website prior to workshop dates.

Small-Scale Renewable Energy Study: Workshop Dates and Topics

  • Workshop #1: Ownership and Access
    Thursday, April 28, 2022
    9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

  • Workshop #2: Opportunities and Barriers
    Friday, June 3, 2022
    9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

  • Workshop #3: Economic, Resilience, and Other Impacts and Benefits
    Tuesday, June 28, 2022
    9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

  • Workshop #4: Project Recap and Possible Recommendations
    Thursday, July 28, 2022
    9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Background

In 2021, the Oregon Legislature directed the Oregon Department of Energy to convene a diverse workgroup of Oregon stakeholders to examine opportunities to encourage development of small-scale and community-based renewable energy projects that can contribute to economic development and local energy resilience. Based on the workgroup's findings, ODOE will produce a report describing the current status and trends for small-scale renewable energy development. The final report is due to the Legislature by September 30, 2022.

Please visit our website for more information.

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