In this month’s newsletter, ODOE launches new County Energy Resilience Grant Program and opens a second round of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funding, the Oregon Climate Action Commission seeks new members, ODOE celebrates the first anniversary of the Community Navigator Program, and more.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy is now accepting applications for a second round of funding through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. ODOE has $1,099,611 million remaining in the program for grants to eligible local governments for energy efficiency, renewable energy, or transportation-related projects.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy is developing the Oregon Energy Strategy, and we invite you to hear an update on the project and learn about ways to get involved!
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, Oregon receives significant federal Solar for All investment, ODOE practices its nuclear emergency response activities, invites Oregonians to Energy Security Plan community meetings, reboots our Grounded podcast, and more.
Read MoreOn the Road in Oregon is an exciting blog series that takes you on a journey through the heart of Oregon's diverse communities. In this series, we're exploring the work of the Oregon Department of Energy's Community Navigator Program as its staff fosters connections and collaboration across the state. This month, RARE Member Alice Weston talks about a recent trip to Lake County.
Read MoreOn March 27, 2024, the Oregon Department of Energy submitted its initial applications to the U.S. Department of Energy for a pair of Home Energy Rebate programs funded by the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, ODOE shares a big month for grant opportunities, including Grid Resilience, Community Renewable Energy Grants, and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants; invites Oregonians to weigh in on the State Energy Strategy; celebrates the state's next generation of energy experts; and more.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy is leading development of a State Energy Strategy that will identify potential pathways to achieving Oregon’s energy and climate policy objectives. It’s vital that we hear diverse perspectives as we develop a strategy that reflects the needs of the state it will serve. We want to hear from you about how you’d like to be involved and what’s important to you.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy has about $1.2 million available for grants to eligible local governments for energy efficiency, renewable energy, or transportation-related projects. The funding is available thanks to the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, ODOE keeps Oregonians up to speed on energy facility siting in the state, celebrates ODOE programs by the numbers for 2023, invites Oregonians to weigh in on future federal home energy rebates, and more.
Read MoreOn the Road in Oregon is an exciting blog series that takes you on a journey through the heart of Oregon's diverse communities. In this series, we're exploring the work of the Oregon Department of Energy's Community Navigator Program as its staff fosters connections and collaboration across the state. This month, two navigators hit the road on “Twos” Day.
Read MoreJoin the Oregon Department of Energy on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 3 p.m. online for a planning update on Oregon’s potential Home Energy Rebate Programs.
Read MoreIn this month’s newsletter, ODOE publishes new study showing cooling needs in Oregon homes, responds to January's severe winter storm, lays some groundwork for the State Energy Strategy, and more.
Read MoreODOE RARE Member Alice Weston shares an On the Road in Oregon update from the upper Klamath Basin, including lessons learned for how to engage with Central and South Central Oregon communities.
Read MoreMany Oregonians do not have adequate cooling equipment at home and face significant health and safety risks during extreme heat waves, according to a new study commissioned by the Oregon Department of Energy.
Read MoreAs we turn to a new year, let’s take a look back at 2023 with the Oregon Department of Energy.
Read MoreIn our last newsletter of 2023, ODOE seeks additional regional administrators for our community heat pump program, shares the latest on federal Home Energy Rebates, publishes the latest Grounded podcast episode, and more.
Read MoreMeet the Oregon Rural & Agricultural Energy Assistance Program team and learn about their updated program name and how the program helps agricultural producers and rural small businesses meet their energy goals with a new informational video!
Read MoreOn this episode of Grounded, we explore ODOE's second Biennial Zero Emission Vehicle Report with EV expert, Jessica Reichers.
Read MoreAs we turn to 2024, ODOE looks forward to helping roll out new programs to help Oregonians save energy at home. The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act invested dollars in Home Energy Rebates – a pair of programs that will help Oregonians make their homes more energy efficient by installing appliances and performing upgrades that will also help residents save money.
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