The Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center, located on the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, is at the forefront of sustainability in Oregon. The health center is enrolled in Energy Trust of Oregon’s Path to Net Zero. Not only is it the first emerging net zero energy health care building in Oregon, but it is the first tribal building to make this commitment as well.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy will host a public webinar on May 13, 2021 to walk through parts of the agency’s 2020 Biennial Energy Report that focus on energy and climate in Oregon.
Read MoreMake every day Earth Day with tips and tricks for energy savings, climate change information, and other earth-conscious actions to incorporate into your daily life.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, a new strategic plan sets ODOE's four-year direction, a determination on radioactive materials at an Oregon landfill, a focus on energy-resilient communities, and more.
Read MoreIn our 2020 Biennial Energy Report, we highlighted some of the cool stories happening around energy in Oregon. One of our stories was about TITAN Freight Systems, an Oregon-based overnight transportation services company that has made the switch to 100% renewable diesel for its trucks. Read on.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, Oregon leads the way with electric vehicle adoption support, ODOE to present agency 2021-2023 budget on March 1, a bright future for agrivoltaics, and more.
Read MoreAs we turn this corner to 2021, we look back on a year that was like no other.
Read MoreThe Earth Advantage Advanced Home Energy Score series is a live webinar training session that will be offered this January.
Read MoreFor the fourteenth year in a row, Oregon ranks among the top 10 most energy efficient states in the country, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. ACEEE’s 2020 scorecard ranks Oregon tied at No. 9.
Read MoreThe U.S. Department of Energy recently acknowledged the City of Portland’s Bureau of Planning and Sustainability and nonprofit Earth Advantage for their efforts in promoting energy efficiency through Home Energy Score programs.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter: life during COVID-19, a tour with McMinnville Water & Light, activating the Oregon Fuel Action Plan, a vacancy on the Energy Facility Siting Council, and more.
Read MoreThere are a number of ways heated or cooled air can leave your home or office, and all of them cost you money. The good news is most weatherization fixes are relatively inexpensive, will improve comfort, and can pay for themselves within two years.
Read MoreIn our February newsletter, a successful launch for the Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, ODOE issues Notice of Violation to an Oregon landfill, energy facility siting news, and more.
Read MoreIn our January newsletter, ODOE wraps up the 2015-2019 Strategic Framework, launches the new Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, showcases ODOE's work during January Legislative Days, and more.
Read MoreODOE Director Janine Benner reflects back on 2019 and looks forward to 2020. Thanks for being part of our work this year — Happy New Year!
Read MoreWondering what you can do to keep your energy use from spiking while things heat up in the kitchen this holiday season? Try adding this list of simple energy saving tips to your recipes this year!
Read MoreEarlier this year, Governor Brown and the Oregon Legislature established bold, new targets for zero emission vehicle adoption by passing Senate Bill 1044.
Read MoreThere’s no question that upgrading the windows in your home or business can save on energy costs. But before you make the investment, be sure you’ll get the benefits you expect.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, Oregon ranks among the top ten most energy efficient states again, a tour of the Hanford Nuclear Site, a fond farewell to longtime volunteer Barry Beyeler, and more.
Read MoreWhen it comes to saving energy, many of us know the basics, such as adding insulation, turning off lights when not in use, and investing in a programmable thermostat. But a not-so-well-known energy saver is how strategic landscaping can help cut your energy costs. And fall is a great time for planting.
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