In this month's newsletter, ODOE gets ready to enroll contractors for upcoming home energy rebates, launches a new Oregon Electric Fleet Network, submits new clean energy project reports to the Governor, awards nearly $1 million in Building Performance Standard incentives, publishes a new Grounded episode, and more.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy has submitted three major deliverables required under Governor Kotek’s Executive Order 25-29: a report on Siting and Permitting Large-Scale Electricity Infrastructure, a report on Reducing Barriers to Clean Energy Deployment, and a Proposed Framework for Strategic Transmission Siting. Together, these reports and proposed framework address the issue of how to accelerate the pace at which clean energy projects and associated transmission infrastructure are permitted, built, and brought online in Oregon. These efforts will ultimately support access to the energy needed for Oregon homes and businesses to continue to grow and thrive.
Read MoreThe fuel emergency declared by Governor Tina Kotek on November 24, 2025 has ended as of December 9, 2025 following repairs to the Olympic Pipeline in Washington state.
Read MoreOn November 19, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order 25-29, which focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing Oregon’s clean energy future. The EO calls on state agencies to prioritize implementation of the Oregon Energy Strategy pathways.
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