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Energy Facility Siting Council to Meet June 14

The next regularly scheduled meeting of Oregon’s Energy Facility Siting Council will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024.

Energy Facilities, Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, Press ReleasesJennifer KalezJune 10, 2024Energy Facility Siting Council, Press Release, News Release, Energy Facilities, Public Meeting

Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board Reflects on 2023 Activities and Looks Ahead to 2024

The Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board submitted a first-of-its-kind report to the Oregon Legislature this month, outlining the board’s work over the past year and looking ahead into 2024 and beyond.

Get Involved, Safety & Resilience, USDOEJennifer KalezJune 5, 2024Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board, Hanford Site, Hanford, Get Invovled, Get Involved, Public Meeting, Reports and Publications, Oregon Legislature

Oregon Climate Action Commission to Meet Virtually June 11

The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The public meeting will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. online. On the agenda: exploring actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector.

Climate Change, Get Involved, Press Releases, Public MeetingJennifer KalezJune 5, 2024Oregon Climate Action Commission, OCAC, Public Meeting, News Release, Press Release, Get Involved, Greenhouse Gases, Climate Change

May 2024 Newsletter

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.

Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, Funding Opportunities, ODOE Incentives, Renewable Energy, Safety & Resilience, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezMay 31, 2024Newsletter, Incentive Programs, Get Involved, County Energy Resilience Program, EECBG, Oregon Climate Action Commission, Community Navigator, Community Navigator Program, Oregon Energy Strategy, State Energy Strategy

Oregon Department of Energy Announces New Grant Program for County Energy Resilience Planning

The Oregon Department of Energy has launched a new grant program that will bolster energy resilience in communities across the state. Through ODOE’s County Energy Resilience Program, Oregon counties can apply for up to $50,000 to support development of an energy resilience plan.

Energy in Oregon, ODOE Grants, Press Releases, Safety & ResilienceJennifer KalezMay 23, 2024Resilience, Energy Resilience, Oregon Counties, Counties, County Energy Resilience Program, County Energy Resilience Grant Program, ODOE Grants

Oregon Department of Energy Announces Second Round of Funding for Local Governments Through Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program

The 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.

Federal Funding, Funding Opportunities, ODOE Grants, Saving Energy, Press ReleasesJennifer KalezMay 22, 2024EECBG, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, Grants, ODOE Grants, News Release, Press Release, Federal Funding, Federal Grant, IIJA

Celebrating the First Anniversary of ODOE's Community Navigator Program

ODOE Community Navigator Sarah Moehrke reflects on the first anniversary of the agency’s Community Navigator Program. The program’s vision is to empower and support environmental justice communities throughout Oregon so that they can better understand and engage with energy programs, policies, and opportunities.

Energy in Oregon, Funding Opportunities, Get Involved, ODOE Grants, ODOE Incentives, ODOE Team, Success StoriesJennifer KalezMay 21, 2024Community Navigator, Community Navigator Program, Get Involved, Communities, ODOE Programs

Oregon Climate Action Commission Recruiting New Members

The Oregon Climate Action Commission is seeking members to support its work and advance its statutory duties. Interested Oregon residents with experience in environmental justice, manufacturing, or the fishing industry are encouraged to apply for one of the commission’s vacant voting positions. The commission is also seeking a youth member (aged 16 to 24) to serve a two-year voting member term.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Get InvolvedJennifer KalezMay 15, 2024Oregon Climate Action Commission, OCAC Members, Get Involved, Commissions

Open House June 3: Oregon Energy Strategy Overview and Update (webinar)

The 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!

Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, Safety & Resilience, Saving Energy, Renewable Energy, Public MeetingBryan HockadayMay 14, 2024Oregon Energy Strategy, State Energy Strategy, Public Meeting, Get Involved

Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board to Meet May 21

The Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

Press Releases, Get InvolvedErica EuenMay 8, 2024OHCB, Oregon Hanford Cleanup Board, Nuclear Waste, Nuclear Safety

Woodburn Awarded First Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant – Applications Due May 21

The City of Woodburn has been awarded the first Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant from the Oregon Department of Energy’s new federally funded grant program.

Climate Change, Energy in Oregon, Federal Funding, Funding Opportunities, ODOE Grants, ODOE Incentives, Success Stories, USDOEErica EuenMay 7, 2024Incentive Programs, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, EV Infrastructure, Electric Vehicles, Energy Efficiency, Conservation

Join ODOE for Energy Security Plan Community Meetings

The Oregon Department of Energy is leading development of a new Energy Security Plan for the state, which will identify risks to electricity, liquid fuel, and natural gas/propane systems, and will propose ways to mitigate those risks — and we want to hear from you!

Energy in Oregon, Climate Change, Get Involved, Public Meeting, Safety & ResilienceErica EuenMay 1, 2024Energy in Oregon, Energy Future, Energy Security Plan, Oregon Energy Security Plan, Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Planning

Regional and Oregon Leaders Celebrate Federal Solar for All Investment

The Oregon Department of Energy was pleased to join federal and local partners in Portland this week to celebrate Oregon’s award of $86.6 million for the Solar for All program.

Bryan HockadayMay 1, 2024

April 2024 Newsletter

In 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.

Grounded Podcast: Episode 40 - New Host Edition

We’re excited to welcome Bryan Hockaday as the new host of Grounded. In this first episode of the Grounded reboot, join Bryan as he begins his expedition across the state to learn all about energy in Oregon.

PodcastsBryan HockadayApril 29, 2024Grounded, Podcast

On the Road in Oregon: Making Connections in Lake County

On 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.

Energy in Oregon, Get Involved, ODOE Team, Renewable Energy, Saving EnergyJennifer KalezApril 26, 2024Community Navigator, On the Road in Oregon, Public Engagement, Community Engagement, Get Involved

Oregon Awarded $86.6 Million Solar for All Grant to Support Renewable Energy for Low-income Oregonians

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced that Oregon will receive an $86.6 million Solar for All grant to support renewable energy adoption for low-income Oregonians. The Oregon Solar for All Coalition – which includes the Oregon Department of Energy, Energy Trust of Oregon, and Bonneville Environmental Foundation – applied for the funding last fall.

Federal Funding, ODOE Grants, Press Releases, Renewable EnergyJennifer KalezApril 22, 2024Solar For All, Solar, Federal Funding, Federal Grant, News Release, Press Release, Equity, Justice40

Energy Facilities Spotlight: Meeting the Standards

Oregon’s Energy Facility Siting Council, commonly called EFSC, is responsible for overseeing the development of large electric generating facilities, high-voltage transmission lines, gas pipelines, radioactive waste disposal sites, and other energy projects. EFSC has a set of standards that energy facilities must meet, including standards to protect natural resources, ensure public health and safety, and protect against adverse environmental effects.