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...

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...

🎙️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 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/11...

Making its official debut, the #OregonEnergyStrategy is a first-of-its-kind report charting a course for Oregon's Energy Future. energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/11...

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...

ODOE directors of the past and present share their stories of ODOE at 50 in our latest podcast episode. Listen now👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...

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...

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...

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...

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 and the State of Oregon congratulate the U.S. Department of Energy, its contractors, and all the parties and individuals who have been involved in planning, designing, and building the vitrification plant at the Hanford site. www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/h...

ODOE has $11.5M available to support projects that strengthen resilience of the electric grid in OR communities. This is the 2nd round of funding through this program - available thanks to the federal 2021 Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/10...

ODOE Codes & Standards Policy Analyst Madeline O'Dwyer will be sharing all about Oregon's new building performance standards program on October 8 as part of Sustainable Building Week, hosted by ZERO Coalition. Learn more and register at the link below! www.eventbrite.com/e/oregon-dep...

🚌⚡️Portland General Electric is now accepting apps for the 2025 Electric School Bus Fund. Using funding from @oregondeq.bsky.social's OR Clean Fuels Program PGE will pay for the incremental cost of an electric school bus & charging infrastructure. Learn more 👇 portlandgeneral.com/energy-choic...

In Sept's newsletter, ODOE publishes a # of reports, celebrates 50yrs of supporting public schools, presents an updated OR Energy Security Plan, & more. Now someone go wake up the guy from Green Day so he doesn't fall behind on all the work we're doing💚😎 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/9/...

2025 marks 50yrs of ODOE public service. As we continue leading OR to a safe, equitable, clean, & sustainable future, we’re reflecting on what got us here. This month, we take a look back at how ODOE has supported public schools over the yrs. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/9/...

The @oregondot.bsky.social Climate Office has about $6M available for repairs/upgrades to public Level 2 & DC fast charging stations across Oregon. Eligible charging station owners or operators, electric utilities, & public entities can apply today! Learn more👇 goelectric.oregon.gov/blog/2025/9/...

Missed the opportunity to weigh in on ODOE's next strategic plan? We have good news! We've extended the deadline to end of the day Tuesday, 9/23. Please take a few minutes and let us know what you think ODOE should focus on over the next few years: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ODOE-SP202...

Hydropower generates a third of Oregon's electricity, showcasing the Pacific Northwest's unique connection to this energy source. Learn more in our newest #podcast episode. #GettingGrounded energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/9/...

The 2025 Biennial Zero-Emission Vehicle Report is out now and provides data-driven insights into the transition to zero-emission vehicles, including insights direct from a survey of Oregon households. We've parked the report here for you: energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/9/...

#ICYMI The Oregon Department of Energy recently released the draft Oregon Energy Strategy for public comment. Share your thoughts on the draft recommendations by September 22 to weigh in on Oregon's long-term energy future! odoe.powerappsportals.us/en-US/energy...

#ICYMI We want to hear from you! More info👇

The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet this Friday, September 12. The public meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. online. Learn more, including how to participate👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

ODOE is a proud sponsor of @oregoncub.bsky.social's 15th Annual Energy Policy Conference: Changing for a Changing Climate. Join us there on October 3! Register today: oregoncub.org/conference

#ICYMI Participate in our strategic plan survey by September 19 to help shape the framework that will guide ODOE's focus over the next few years: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ODOE-SP202...

August slipped away into a moment in time, which means ODOE's monthly newsletter is out! energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

ODOE has started a process to update our strategic plan and we want to hear from you! The framework will guide ODOE's focus over the next few years by prioritizing our work and building stronger collaboration with the people we serve. Weigh in today: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ODOE-SP202...

2025 marks 50 yrs of ODOE public service. As we continue leading OR to a safe, equitable, clean, & sustainable future, we’re reflecting on what got us here. This month, we take a look back at the history of Oregon’s climate goals. Learn more on the blog👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

And now, the summary is also available in Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and Vietnamese! Review and comment through Sept. 22

ODOE’s facility siting division leads process improvement initiatives to ensure the energy facility siting process remains relevant, timely, and responsive to Oregon’s needs. Learn more about the siting process and the team’s improvement efforts 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

ODOE is hosting a virtual meeting at 11 a.m. this Thursday, August 21 to review and discuss the proposed Climate Equity and Resilience Through Action (CERTA) Building Performance Standard incentive program. Learn more, including how to participate online: oregon.gov/energy/save-...

#ICYMI We want to hear from you! Take our customer service survey by August 25 to let us know how we're doing👇

Meet the Draft #OregonEnergyStrategy in our latest podcast episode! The strategy outlines pathways and actions to reach an equitable, affordable, and reliable clean energy future. Comments open through 9/22! energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

The Draft Oregon Energy Strategy is now available for public comment! Review the draft or a summary and let us know your thoughts through Sept. 22. It will serve as an overarching approach for Oregon’s policy makers, agencies, and Oregonians to help make decisions on our long-term energy future.

#ICYMI Join ODOE this Thursday, August 14 for a webinar covering draft policy recommendations for Oregon's Energy Strategy 👇

ODOE is now accepting applications for a new $12M round of Community Renewable Energy Grants to support planning and construction of renewable energy and energy resilience projects for Tribes, public bodies, and consumer-owned utilities. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/6/...

The City of Pendleton’s solar panel canopy project at the city’s wastewater treatment plant was a recipient of a $900K grant from the 1st round of ODOE’s Community Renewable Energy Program (4th round of funding coming soon!). Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

In our most recent blog post, RARE member Sara Lark reflects on her work and lessons learned from the past year helping ODOE discover how to better serve and communicate with Oregon’s consumer-owned utilities and rural communities. Check it out 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/8/...

Let us know how we're doing! If you're interested in providing feedback on your experiences with the Oregon Department of Energy, please fill out our customer service survey to share your thoughts. We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to weigh in! www.surveymonkey.com/r/ODOECustom...

In July's newsletter, ODOE prepares to share draft policy recs for the OR Energy Strategy, launches a new weatherization program, celebrates 50yrs of public service, shines a spotlight on storage paired w/ large energy facilities, and more. Check it out👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

Save the date! ODOE will release draft policy recommendations for the Oregon Energy Strategy on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Join us for a webinar from 10 a.m. to noon the same day to walk through the draft recommendations. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

2025 marks 50 years of ODOE public service. We’re taking time to reflect on what got us here as we begin our next 50 years. This month, we look back at the history of the Hanford Nuclear Site and Oregon’s engagement with the cleanup. energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

🔥Hot tip: Heat pumps are a great way to efficiently cool your home!❄️

🎙️Our new podcast episode covers ODOE's Building Performance Standard and what Oregon is doing to incorporate the new program into the energy efficiency of Oregon's state-owned buildings. Check it out!👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

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The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet this Friday, July 11, 2025. The public meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. online. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/7/...

Let’s accelerate the clean energy transition, modernize our energy grid, and help lower energy bills. We need to build and sustain the workforce to get it done. Great work!

In this month's newsletter, ODOE launches a new heat pump incentive program, announces a new round of Community Renewable Energy Grant funding, begins implementation of building performance standard efforts, and more. Check it out👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/6/...

🎙️On the most recent episode of Getting Grounded, our mini podcast series on energy fundamentals, we hear from Joni Sliger, ODOE senior policy analyst as she discusses Oregon's history with nuclear power. Check it out!👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/6/...

ODOE has launched OR’s new Building Performance Standard program involving energy efficiency compliance deadlines for commercial buildings beginning in 2028. Owners of buildings covered by the program will soon receive an info letter from ODOE. Learn more: tinyurl.com/BPS-Info