January 2022 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, a new cost analysis tool and guidebook for electric school buses, public engagement opportunities for new incentive programs, a fresh new look for the Go Electric Oregon website, and more.

Climate Change, Energy Facilities, Energy in Oregon, Success Stories, Safety & Resilience, Renewable EnergyJennifer KalezJanuary 31, 2022Newsletter, newsletter, Electric School Buses, Guidebook, Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, Storage, Incentives

Weigh in on our 2022 Biennial Energy Report

The Oregon Department of Energy is kicking off development of our 2022 Biennial Energy Report. For 2022, the project team will address required topics through a data-driven process, equity considerations, and assessment of the policy landscape – and we’d like your input!

Climate Change, Energy Facilities, Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, Renewable Energy, Safety & Resilience, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezJanuary 28, 2022Biennial Energy Report, Biennial Report, BER, Public Involvement, Public Engagement, Survey

Oregon Global Warming Commission to Meet Virtually on January 26

The Oregon Global Warming Commission will meet Wednesday, January 26, 2022. The public meeting will be held from 1 to 4:00 p.m. online.

Press Releases, Public Meeting, Climate Change, Get InvolvedGuest UserJanuary 18, 2022

2021 Year in Review

We’re kicking off 2022 by looking back at some highlights from the past year. Thanks for being part of our work — cheers to a new year working together toward a safe, equitable, clean, and sustainable energy future!

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Funding Opportunities, ODOE Incentives, Success Stories, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezJanuary 3, 2022Newsletter, newsletter, Year in Review, New Year, Electric Vehicles, Incentives, Financial Programs

Oregon Global Warming Commission to Meet Virtually on January 6

The Oregon Global Warming Commission will meet Thursday, January 6, 2022. The public meeting will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. online.

Climate Change, Get Involved, Public Meeting, Press ReleasesJennifer KalezDecember 29, 2021Oregon Global Warming Commission, OGWC, Public Meeting, Get Involved, Roadmap to 2035, TIGHGER Plan, News Release, Press Release

ODOE to Hold Public Meetings December 7 and 8 on Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Plan

The Oregon Department of Energy is holding two virtual public meetings on December 7 and 8, 2021 from 9:30 – 11 a.m. to help inform the development of the Oregon Global Warming Commission’s Transformational Integrated Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction (TIGHGER) Plan.

Climate Change, Get Involved, Public MeetingJennifer KalezNovember 23, 2021Oregon Global Warming Commission, Public Meeting, Get Involved, TIGHGER Plan, Greenhouse Gases, GHG Emissions

Fueling Up Oregon in Emergencies

Summer 2021 presented a new transportation fuel challenge: jet fuel delivery. Deanna Henry, ODOE’s Emergency Preparedness Manager, responded over the summer to requests for additional jet fuel deliveries to small airports in southern and northeast Oregon to support firefighting missions.

Climate Change, Success Stories, Safety & ResilienceJennifer KalezNovember 17, 2021Oregon Fuel Action Plan, Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Planning, Emergency Management, Fuel Action Plan, Wildfire

Oregon Global Warming Commission to Meet Virtually on November 15

The Oregon Global Warming Commission will meet Monday, November 15, 2021. The public meeting will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. online.

Climate Change, Get Involved, Press Releases, Public MeetingJennifer KalezNovember 5, 2021Oregon Global Warming Commission, Climate Change, TIGHGER Plan, Public Meeting, Get Involved

September 2021 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, ODOE publishes new report on zero emission vehicles, begins accepting reservations for the Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, shares tips for National Preparedness Month, and more.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Funding Opportunities, ODOE Incentives, Renewable Energy, Safety & ResilienceJennifer KalezSeptember 30, 2021Newsletter, newsletter, Biennial Zero Emission Vehicle Report, Electric Vehicles, Zero Emission Vehicles, Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, Incentives, Energy Efficient Schools, Emergency Preparedness

All Charged Up for National Drive Electric Week

It’s National Drive Electric Week and ODOE staff aren't just talking the EV talk at work, they're leading by example and going electric at home! Check out a few of ODOE’s EV family members and learn about the benefits of electric vehicle ownership, incentives, charging, and more.

ODOE Team, Climate ChangeErica EuenSeptember 29, 2021Electric Vehicles, ZEVs, Greenhouse Gases, transportation

Oregon Global Warming Commission Proposes New State Goals for Carbon Sequestration

In a newly-published proposal, the Oregon Global Warming Commission is calling for Oregon to invest in actions that will increase the carbon that is captured and stored in the state’s natural and working lands. The proposal was developed in response to Governor Brown’s climate change Executive Order 20-04, and calls for capturing and storing – or sequestering – an additional 5 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (MMTCO2e) by 2030, and an additional 9.5 MMTCO2e per year by 2050.

Climate Change, Press ReleasesJennifer KalezSeptember 27, 2021Oregon Global Warming Commission, Climate Change, Carbon Sequestration, Natural and Working Lands

Before Disaster Strikes: Make a Plan, Build a kit, Be in the Know

September is National Preparedness Month – the perfect time to asses your level of preparedness and take action so that you and your loved ones are more resilient when faced with an emergency.

Climate Change, Safety & ResilienceErica EuenSeptember 16, 2021Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Planning, National Preparedness Month

Oregon Department of Energy Publishes New Report Highlighting the State’s Zero Emission Vehicle Landscape

The cost of zero emission vehicle ownership, new EV models and platforms, data on electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and the positive effect transportation electrification can have on Oregon’s harmful greenhouse gas emissions are just a few of the topics covered in the Oregon Department of Energy’s inaugural Biennial Zero Emission Vehicle Report.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Press Releases, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezSeptember 15, 2021Biennial Report, Zero Emission Vehicles, zero-emission vehicle, ZEVs, Biennial Zero Emission Vehicle Report, Greenhouse Gases, Climate Change, Press Release, News Release

August 2021 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter ODOE launches new energy audit program, shares reflections on the climate crisis, spotlights evolving wholesale electricity markets, provides an update on the ORESA project, and more.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, ODOE Grants, ODOE Incentives, Renewable Energy, Safety & ResilienceJennifer KalezAugust 31, 2021Newsletter, Rural & Agricultural Energy Audit Program, Energy Audits, Incentives, Rebates, Oregon Solar + Storage Rebate Program, ODOE Studies, Climate Change, Biennial Energy Report, ORESA

Energy is at the Heart of the Solution to the Climate Crisis

The energy sector is a large contributor to climate change – but it can also be part of the solution.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, Safety & Resilience, Saving EnergyErica EuenAugust 16, 2021Climate Change, Climate Assessment, Energy in Oregon, Clean Energy

July 2021 Newsletter

In this month’s newsletter, we have a 2021 legislative session wrap-up, historic clean energy legislation signed by the Governor, spotlights on pandemic fuel use and energy bill basics, a new Grounded podcast episode, and more.

Climate Change, Energy Facilities, Energy in Oregon, Funding Opportunities, Renewable Energy, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezJuly 30, 2021Newsletter, Oregon Legislature, Electric Vehicles, Energy Bills, Transportation, Grounded Podcast, Rulemaking

Director Benner Joins Environment Oregon for Event Supporting Electric Vehicles

This morning, Oregon Department of Energy Director Janine Benner joined Environment Oregon, Lane Transit District, and others to show support for electric vehicles, buses, and infrastructure in our state.

Saving Energy, Energy in Oregon, Climate ChangeJennifer KalezJuly 29, 2021Electric Vehicles, Electric Buses, EV Infrastructure, Go Electric

Show Your Stripes

This June will mark the fourth year of the #MetsUnite and #ShowYourStripes climate change awareness campaign, when hundreds of meteorologists across the country show the “Warming Stripes” of their city, state, or country.

Climate ChangeJennifer KalezJune 15, 2021Show Your Stripes, Climate Change, Climate Vulnerability Assessment, Biennial Energy Report

Oregon Adopts New Energy Efficiency Standards for Eleven Products

As technology improves over time, household and commercial equipment is becoming more efficient – which reduces both consumer energy costs and cuts down on harmful greenhouse gas emissions. Setting minimum standards for products and appliances ensures Oregonians can access the most efficient options available on the market (and ultimately lower their energy bills).