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  • Oregon Switches to Cleaner Power
    (PDF 206 KB)
    This case study was published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; 4 pp.; December, 2009.
  • Bright Future: How to Keep the Northwest's Lights On, Jobs Growing, Goods Moving and Sammon Swimming in the Era of Climate Change
    (PDF 1.28 MB)
    The Northwest Energy Coalition wrote and published this report for states serviced by the Bonneville Power Administration; 40 pp.; March, 2009.
  • Community Wind: An Oregon Guidebook
    (PDF 2.63 MB)
    Northwest Sustainable Energy for Economic Development prepared this report for Energy Trust of Oregon; 109 pp.; November, 2008.
  • Carbon Sequestration through Changes in Land Use in Oregon: Costs and Opportunities
    (PDF 7.00 MB)
    The California Energy Commission publishes this PIER Collaboratory Report published by its Public Interest Energy Research (PIER) project; CEC-500-2007-074; 100 pp.; October, 2007.
  • Small Wind Electric Systems: An Oregon Consumer's Guide
    (PDF 1.57 MB)
    Oregon consumers' guide to purchasing a small wind electric system, rated less than 50 kW. In addition to information on wind and home energy systems, there is a map of state wind resources and lists of state contacts for more information. Published by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Wind Energy Program; 27 pp.; August, 2007.
  • Oregon Energy Loan Program 2007 Annual Update
    (PDF 103 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this brochure for the public about its Energy Loan Program; 2 pp.; January, 2007.
  • Hollywood Theatre-Goers Warm to Upgrades, Renovation
    (PDF 2.06 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by ODE staffer Kathy Shinn and that was originally printed in the November 2006 edition of theDaily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; December, 2006.
  • Report to Legislative Assembly on Public Purpose Expenditures
    (PDF 526 KB)
    The Oregon Public Utilities Commission published this report that was prepared by ECONorthwest in Portland and presented to the Oregon Legislature about the state's energy fund; 40 pp.; December, 2006.
  • Oregon Energy Tax Credits
    (PDF 905 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this brochure for consumers about the availability of tax credits available to residents for installation of solar and energy efficient equipment on their homes; 12 pp.; November, 2006.
  • Oregon's Renewable Energy Action Plan
    (PDF 391 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this strategic energy plan; 30 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Sizing and Characterizing the Market for Oregon Biopower Projects
    (PDF 669 KB)
    The Energy Trust of Oregon publishes this report that was prepared by CH2MHill; 20 pp.; April, 2005.
  • Get a High-Performance, High-Value School for Low Bid
    (PDF 132 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this fact sheet for school administrators about Oregon's High Performance Schools Program; 2 pp.; February, 2005.
  • State of Oregon Energy Plan 2005 – 2007
    (PDF 2.54 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes biennially a strategic energy plan for the state; 70 pp.; February, 2005.
  • Oregon Strategy for Greenhouse Gas Reductions
    (PDF 303 KB)
    The Oregon Governor's Office publishes this report, which was written by the Governor's Advisory Group on Global Warming; 45 pp.; December, 2004.
  • Oregon's Energy Loan Program
    (PDF 20 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was originally printed in the November 2004 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 1 pp.; November, 2004.
  • SELP Loan Funds Alternative to Truck Idling to Improve Air Quality and to Reduce Diesel Consumption
    (PDF 18 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by ODE staffer Kathy Shinn and that was originally printed in the November 2004 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; November, 2004.
  • A Comparative Analysis of Community Wind Power Development Options in Oregon
    (PDF 493 KB)
    The Energy Trust of Oregon publishes this report; 115 pp.; July, 2004.
  • Gardener's Wish: Pots, Peat Moss, and a Front-Loading Clothes Washer
    (PDF 205 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this article about the Anunsen home; 3 pp.; July, 2004.
  • Old-Fashioned TLC, Sustainable Remodeling Transform Neglected Portland Home
    (PDF 174 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this article about the Kinglsley home; 6 pp.; July, 2004.
  • Small Scale Energy Loan Program Interest Rate Buy-Down Pilot Process Evaluation
    (PDF 306 KB)
    The Energy Trust of Oregon publishes this report, which was written by researchers at the Washington State University Energy Program in Olympia, Washington; 28 pp.; June, 2004.
  • Giving Back: Rose House Takes Energy Efficiency to Next Level
    (PDF 1.81 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by Rich Riegel and that was originally printed in the May 2004 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; June, 2004.
  • Blue Heron Paper Company: Oregon Mill Uses Model-Based Energy Assessment to Identify Energy and Cost Savings Opportunities
    (PDF 393 KB)
    The DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's (EERE) Industrial Technologies Program publishes this case study of how a paper mill in Oregon City, Washington identified potential annual energy savings of $2.9 million; 4 pp.; April, 2004.
  • Portland Public School Children Move with Propane
    (PDF 690 KB)
    DOE's Clean Cities publishes this fact sheet as part of its series of success stories; 2 pp.; April, 2004.
  • Biomass Resource Assessment and Utilization Options for Three Counties in Eastern Oregon
    (PDF 3.89 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this report that was prepared by McNeil Technologies, Inc., with support from the U.S. Forest Service; 177 pp.; December, 2003.
  • Energy Tips at Work
    (PDF 100 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this fact sheet for consumers; 2 pp.; November, 2003.
  • Energy Tips at Home
    (PDF 116 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy publishes this fact sheet for consumers; 2 pp.; November, 2003.
  • Natural Gas Efficiency and Conservation Measure Resource Assessment for the Residential and Commercial Sectors
    (PDF 607 KB)
    The Energy Trust of Oregon publishes this final report; 98 pp.; August, 2003.
  • New York, Oregon Programs Work to Reduce Demand for Electricity
    The National Energy Affordability and Accessibility Project (NEAAP) published this short report on two state programs designed to augment weatherization and help the working poor with energy efficiency. It's part of NEAAP's quarterly Online Journal; 2 pp.; April, 2003.
  • Assessing the Potential for Renewable Energy on Public Lands
    (PDF 4.63 MB)
    DOE's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy *(EERE) and the Bureau of Land Management publish this new report examining the potential for renewable energy development on public lands. The report finds that 11 western states have areas with a high potential for power production from one or more renewable energy sources; 95 pp.; February, 2003.
  • Homework Pays Off for North San Santiam Schools
    (PDF 3.23 MB)
    The Oregon Energy Office publishes this case study of an energy efficiency upgrade at North San Santiam School District as part of a series published by the energy office's Schools Program; 5 pp.; February, 2003.
  • Case Studies on the Effectiveness of Financial Incentives for Renewable Energy
    (PDF 2.62 MB)
    DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) publishes this report written by S. Gouchoue, V. Everette, and R. Haynes of North Carolina State University; NREL/SR-620-32819; 128 pp.; September, 2002.
  • Sunny Days Ahead for Ashland Energy Users
    (PDF 1.18 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by ODE staffer Ann Grim and that was originally printed in the November 2001 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; November, 2001.
  • Downtown Landmark Building Retains History but Loses High Energy Bills
    (PDF 553 KB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by ODE staffer Catherine Van Horn and that was originally printed in the November 2000 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; November, 2000.
  • Economics, Energy Efficiency Work Together in RTJ Building
    (PDF 4.53 MB)
    The Oregon Department of Energy (ODE) publishes this article that was written by D.W. Natural and that was originally printed in the November 2000 edition of the Daily Journal of Commerce; 2 pp.; November, 2000.
  • CO2 Emission Standards for New Power Plants
    (PDF 80 KB)
    This case study was published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; 2 pp.; January, 2000.