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Leading Oregon to a safe, equitable, clean, and sustainable energy future.

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(1/2) The Oregon Department of Energy helps individuals, businesses, nonprofits, Tribes, and other organizations in Oregon complete energy-saving, renewable energy, and energy resilience projects through several programs.
February 4, 2026 at 6:59 PM
Our January newsletter is now available! Check out what ODOE has been up to so far in 2026👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2026/1/...
January 2026 Newsletter — Energy Info
In this month's newsletter, learn about our new climate reports, review a wrap-up report from our wildfire rebuilding incentive, get a heads up about a new Building Performance Standard incentive, lea...
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January 30, 2026 at 11:43 PM
The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet tomorrow, January 30, 2026. The public meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. online. Learn more, including how to participate👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2026/1/...
Oregon Climate Action Commission to Meet Virtually on January 30, 2026 — Energy Info
The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet on January 30, 2026. The public meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. online. 
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January 29, 2026 at 9:31 PM
Applications for ODOE’s Grid Resilience Grant Program are due by 3 p.m. this Friday, January 30, 2026. The program offers incentives to eligible entities with projects that that strengthen resilience of the electric grid in Oregon communities. Learn more: www.oregon.gov/energy/Incen...
State of Oregon: INCENTIVES - Grid Resilience Grant Program
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January 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Created by the Oregon Legislature through HB 5006 in 2021, ODOE’s program issued incentives for site-built homes, manufactured homes, multi-family buildings, & commercial structures across Oregon counties affected by the 2020 Labor Day fires. Learn more👇
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ODOE’s Energy Efficient Rebuilding Program Issues More than 850 Incentives to Wildfire Survivors — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy’s Energy Efficient Wildfire Rebuilding Incentive Program offered funding to support rebuilding efforts and encourage energy efficient design and equipment. Created by t...
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January 27, 2026 at 11:26 PM
(1/2)Important note to Oregonians: ODOE does not send employees or representatives for door-to-door visits in neighborhoods or communities. If an ODOE employee were to visit a property, they would schedule the visit in advance, identify themselves and their affiliation, and...
January 22, 2026 at 11:07 PM
Biomass is all around us – from Oregon’s forests, to agricultural products to municipal waste. Tune into our latest #podcast episode to learn about using organic matter as fuel:
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Blog by the Oregon Department of Energy, including energy in the news, press releases, podcast episodes, and more.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:27 PM
2 new reports published by ODOE in coordination with the Oregon Climate Action Commission highlight how Oregon's lands support climate mitigation efforts & the Oregon workforce needs that could bolster efforts to meet climate goals. Learn more👇
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New Reports Highlight Importance of Oregon Lands for Climate Mitigation and Workforce Needs to Support Natural Climate Solutions — Energy Info
Two new reports published by the Oregon Department of Energy in coordination with the Oregon Climate Action Commission highlight how Oregon's lands support climate mitigation efforts and the Oreg...
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January 6, 2026 at 11:34 PM
2025 marked 50yrs of Oregon Department of Energy public service. We’ve been taking time to look back and reflect on what got us here. Thank you for joining us in celebrating our anniversary! Take a look at some highlights we’ve shared throughout the year👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
ODOE at 50: On to the Next 50 — Energy Info
2025 marks 50 years of Oregon Department of Energy public service. As we continue leading Oregon to a safe, equitable, clean, and sustainable future for the next 50 years (and beyond!), we’ve been tak...
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December 19, 2025 at 6:19 PM
ODOE staff will be presenting the recently published Oregon Energy Strategy during an informational webinar on December 17 at 1:30 p.m. Learn more, including how to participate: www.oregon.gov/energy/Data-...
State of Oregon: DATA & REPORTS - Oregon Energy Strategy Engagement Opportunities
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December 16, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The Oregon Department of Energy released a draft report on Monday for the Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Development and Training Programs Needs – a public comment period is now open through noon on December 22. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
ODOE Draft Report on Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Needs Available for Public Comment — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy released a draft report for the Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Development and Training Programs Needs study Monday and opened a public comment period through no...
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December 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Reminder: We're hosting a webinar today! Details 👇
ODOE will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. A webinar will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. on the same date and a public comment period will be open through Dec. 19, 2025. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/11...
ODOE to Release Draft Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory Report with Webinar, Comment Period — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory, host a webinar, and open a public comment period.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Planning for gray and black sky days when it comes to energy and fuel emergencies. New #podcast episode out now 👇
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Grounded Podcast Episode 52: Hoping for blue skies, planning for black skies — Energy Info
In this episode of Grounded, we’re joined by ODOE’s Energy Security Manager Traci Naile to discuss ODOE’s planning and response and Mid-Columbia Economic Development District’s Energy and Project Mana...
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December 3, 2025 at 9:47 PM
ODOE staff will present information about the agency's Oregon Rural & Agricultural Energy Assistance program during Sustainable Northwest's webinar on Oregon's Rural and Agricultural Energy Transition December 9 from 1-2 p.m. Learn more: mailchi.mp/sustainablen...
Register for these upcoming Making Energy Work events - 12/9/25 and 1/27/26
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December 2, 2025 at 10:38 PM
In our last newsletter of 2025, we launch a new Oregon Energy Strategy bolstered by an Executive Order from Governor Kotek, look back at the history of energy planning in Oregon, welcome a new Energy Facility Siting Council member, and more. Check it out 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
November 2025 Newsletter — Energy Info
In our last newsletter of 2025, we launch a new Oregon Energy Strategy bolstered by an Executive Order from Governor Kotek, look back at the history of energy planning in Oregon, welcom...
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December 1, 2025 at 5:36 PM
ODOE will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. A webinar will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. on the same date and a public comment period will be open through Dec. 19, 2025. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/11...
ODOE to Release Draft Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory Report with Webinar, Comment Period — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory, host a webinar, and open a public comment period.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:37 PM
OR Gov Tina Kotek issued Exec Order 25-29 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions & advance OR’s clean energy future. The EO calls on state agencies to prioritize implementation of the pathways in the OR Energy Strategy recently published by ODOE. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/11...
Governor Kotek Issues Order Bolstering Oregon Energy Strategy Actions — Energy Info
On 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 t...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:28 PM
🎙️Learn about the new heights of wind with ODOE assistant director for siting Todd Cornett on the most recent episode of Getting Grounded, our mini podcast series on energy fundamentals. Tune in 👇

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Getting Grounded: New Heights of Wind — Energy Info
On this episode of Getting Grounded, our energy fundamentals series of mini episodes, we are joined by Todd Cornett, ODOE assistant director for siting, to cover wind’s evolution in Oregon.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Making its official debut, the #OregonEnergyStrategy is a first-of-its-kind report charting a course for Oregon's Energy Future.

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November 12, 2025 at 5:10 PM
In October's newsletter, ODOE teases a new Oregon Energy Strategy, makes all funding available for the Heat Pump Purchase Program, checks in with past ODOE directors for the agency's 50th anniversary, and more. Check it out 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...
October 2025 Newsletter — Energy Info
In our October edition of the newsletter, ODOE teases a new Oregon Energy Strategy, makes all funding available for the Heat Pump Purchase Program, checks in with past ODOE directors for the agency's ...
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October 31, 2025 at 7:21 PM
ODOE directors of the past and present share their stories of ODOE at 50 in our latest podcast episode.
Listen now👇
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Grounded Podcast Episode 51: Directors’ Stories of ODOE at 50 — Energy Info
In this episode of grounded, we’re joined by five former directors and current Director Benner, who each share memories of their time at ODOE as we highlight key moments from ODOE’s 50 years.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The Oregon Department of Energy is now accepting incentive applications for the new Early Compliance Action and Planning Program to help Oregon building owners meet requirements for the state’s Building Performance Standard. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...
ODOE Now Accepting Incentive Applications for Building Performance Standard Early Compliance Action and Planning Program — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy is now accepting incentive applications for the new Early Compliance Action and Planning Program to help Oregon building owners meet requirements for the state’s Bui...
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October 22, 2025 at 10:29 PM
The @oregondot.bsky.social expects to begin accepting applications for the fourth round of funding for the Community Charging Rebates Program on November 6, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to join Forth for one of five upcoming info sessions. Learn more👇 goelectric.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...
Round 4 of ODOT’s Community Charging Rebates Program Coming Soon — Go Electric Oregon
The Oregon Department of Transportation expects to begin accepting applications for the fourth round of funding for the Community Charging Rebates Program on November 6, 2025.
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October 17, 2025 at 6:38 PM
The Oregon Climate Action Commission invites the public to provide input on model results from the Transformational Integrated Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction project. Input received by 5pm 10/31 will be shared with Commissioners and ODOE. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...
OCAC Invites Public Input on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Project — Energy Info
The Oregon Climate Action Commission invites the public to provide input on model results from the Transformational Integrated Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction (also known as TIGHGER 2.0) proje...
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October 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
ODOE is excited to learn that the Hanford Site in WA successfully started up its Low-Activity Waste Facility, which will solidify tank waste in glass for permanent, safe disposal. Congratulations to the U.S. DOE on this important milestone! 🥳 Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...
ODOE Congratulates U.S. DOE on Important Hanford Cleanup Milestone — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy is excited to learn today’s news that the Hanford Nuclear Site in south-central Washington successfully started up its Low-Activity Waste Facility, which will solidify ...
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October 15, 2025 at 8:56 PM