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

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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
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.
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‘Historic’ transfer of radioactive waste to massive Eastern WA treatment plant
“We are now on the brink of achieving hot commissioning at the (vit) plant.”
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October 10, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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 Grid Resilience Grant Program Offers $11.5 Million to Support Oregon Electric Utilities — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy has $11.5 million available through its Grid Resilience Grant Program to support projects that strengthen resilience of the electric grid in Oregon communities. This is...
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October 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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!
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Oregon Department of Energy: Building Performance Standards Webinar
A Sustainable Building Week Event
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October 6, 2025 at 5:57 PM
🚌⚡️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...
PGE Electric School Bus Fund
PGE is excited to offer the Oregon Electric School Bus Fund with funding from the Oregon Clean Fuels Program. Discover how PGE can help & apply for funding!
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October 2, 2025 at 7:59 PM
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/...
September 2025 Newsletter — Energy Info
In this month's newsletter, ODOE publishes a new Biennial Zero-Emission Vehicle Report, celebrates 50 years of supporting public schools, presents an updated Oregon Energy Security Plan, and more...
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September 30, 2025 at 8:36 PM
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/...
ODOE at 50: Supporting Public Schools — 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’re reflecti...
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September 25, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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/...
ODOT Announces Open Grant Opportunity for Repairs and Upgrades to Oregon’s Public EV Charging Stations — Go Electric Oregon
The ODOT Climate Office has about $6 million available for repairs and upgrades to public Level 2 and DC fast charging stations throughout the state.
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September 23, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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...
ODOE Strategic Plan Development Public Survey
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September 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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/...
Getting Grounded: PNW's unique hydropower — Energy Info
On this episode of Getting Grounded, our energy fundamentals series of mini episodes, we are joined by Joni Sliger, ODOE senior policy analyst, to cover how hydropower fuels Oregon.
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September 17, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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/...
Oregon Households Share Opinions on Zero-Emission Vehicles in Latest Oregon Department of Energy Report — Energy Info
This third edition of the Biennial Zero-Emission Vehicle Report provides data-driven insights into the transition to zero-emission vehicles and insights from a recent survey of Oregon households.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:09 PM
#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...
September 15, 2025 at 5:35 PM
#ICYMI We want to hear from you! More info👇
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...
September 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
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/...
Oregon Climate Action Commission to Meet Virtually on September 12 — Energy Info
The Oregon Climate Action Commission will meet online 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on September 12, 2025. 
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September 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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
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September 8, 2025 at 4:49 PM
#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...
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...
September 3, 2025 at 6:58 PM
August slipped away into a moment in time, which means ODOE's monthly newsletter is out!
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August 2025 Newsletter — Energy Info
In this month's newsletter, ODOE shares a draft Oregon Energy Strategy for public comment, shines a spotlight on energy facility siting process improvements, celebrates another Community Renewabl...
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August 29, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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...
August 26, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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/...
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August 25, 2025 at 6:28 PM