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2025 marked 50yrs of Oregon Department of Energy public service. We’ve been taking time to look back and reflect on what got us here. Thank you for joining us in celebrating our anniversary! Take a look at some highlights we’ve shared throughout the year👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
ODOE at 50: On to the Next 50 — 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’ve been tak...
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December 19, 2025 at 6:19 PM
ODOE staff will be presenting the recently published Oregon Energy Strategy during an informational webinar on December 17 at 1:30 p.m. Learn more, including how to participate: www.oregon.gov/energy/Data-...
State of Oregon: DATA & REPORTS - Oregon Energy Strategy Engagement Opportunities
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December 16, 2025 at 7:18 PM
The Oregon Department of Energy released a draft report on Monday for the Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Development and Training Programs Needs – a public comment period is now open through noon on December 22. Learn more👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
ODOE Draft Report on Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Needs Available for Public Comment — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy released a draft report for the Natural Climate Solutions Workforce Development and Training Programs Needs study Monday and opened a public comment period through no...
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December 9, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Reminder: We're hosting a webinar today! Details 👇
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...
ODOE to Release Draft Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory Report with Webinar, Comment Period — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory, host a webinar, and open a public comment period.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Planning for gray and black sky days when it comes to energy and fuel emergencies. New #podcast episode out now 👇
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Grounded Podcast Episode 52: Hoping for blue skies, planning for black skies — Energy Info
In this episode of Grounded, we’re joined by ODOE’s Energy Security Manager Traci Naile to discuss ODOE’s planning and response and Mid-Columbia Economic Development District’s Energy and Project Mana...
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December 3, 2025 at 9:47 PM
ODOE staff will present information about the agency's Oregon Rural & Agricultural Energy Assistance program during Sustainable Northwest's webinar on Oregon's Rural and Agricultural Energy Transition December 9 from 1-2 p.m. Learn more: mailchi.mp/sustainablen...
Register for these upcoming Making Energy Work events - 12/9/25 and 1/27/26
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December 2, 2025 at 10:38 PM
In our last newsletter of 2025, we launch a new Oregon Energy Strategy bolstered by an Executive Order from Governor Kotek, look back at the history of energy planning in Oregon, welcome a new Energy Facility Siting Council member, and more. Check it out 👇 energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2025/12...
November 2025 Newsletter — Energy Info
In our last newsletter of 2025, we launch a new Oregon Energy Strategy bolstered by an Executive Order from Governor Kotek, look back at the history of energy planning in Oregon, welcom...
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December 1, 2025 at 5:36 PM
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...
ODOE to Release Draft Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory Report with Webinar, Comment Period — Energy Info
The Oregon Department of Energy will release a draft report for Oregon’s first Land-Based Net Carbon Inventory, host a webinar, and open a public comment period.
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November 25, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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...
Governor Kotek Issues Order Bolstering Oregon Energy Strategy Actions — Energy Info
On November 19, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued Executive Order 25-29, which focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing Oregon’s clean energy future. The EO calls on state agencies t...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:28 PM
🎙️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 👇

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Getting Grounded: New Heights of Wind — Energy Info
On this episode of Getting Grounded, our energy fundamentals series of mini episodes, we are joined by Todd Cornett, ODOE assistant director for siting, to cover wind’s evolution in Oregon.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:03 PM
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...
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September 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM