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Application period open for building incentives
The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) is now accepting applications for a second round of Building Energy Reduction Incentive (BERI) program funding.
State funding available for renewable energy projects
The Oregon Department of Energy is accepting applications for portions of approximately $2.75 million through its Renewable Energy Development (RED) grant program.
Grant money available for renewable energy projects
The Oregon Department of Energy is looking to support projects in the state that generate renewable energy.
Post-BETC talks may spark rule changes
The draft rules governing the programs that replace Oregon鈥檚 Business Energy Tax Credits drew ire of some stakeholders in the renewable energy sector, but now they are cautiously optimistic.
Energy Trust offers cash bonuses for energy efficiency
The Energy Trust of Oregon has announced that it will offer bonus cash incentives for lighting upgrades and energy-efficiency programs to businesses in light of a host of changes to energy tax credits signed into law last month that will go into effect later this month.
‘Highly efficient’ redefined for energy department’s SEED program
State agencies are subject to new rules for certifying their facilities. The changes to Oregon鈥檚 State Energy Efficiency Design (SEED) program were developed following input from stakeholders and a public meeting on March 22. The rules went into effect Monday.
State DOE doles out nearly $200,000
Surprise Valley Electrification Corp. and Triumfus Onion Products walked away with the two largest monetary awards handed out recently by the Oregon Department of Energy through the agency's Community Renewable Energy Feasibility Fund program.
Bill to close energy department has support
A hearing Tuesday by the House Energy Environment and Water committee about the possibility of disbanding the Oregon Department of Energy was a starting point for discussion, but the details of how to address problems with the agency still need to be hashed out.
Bill proposes dissolving Oregon energy department
A proposal to dissolve the Oregon Department of Energy and distribute its various programs to other state agencies is slated to go before the Legislature next month.
BETC job creation report delayed until spring
The release of an Oregon Department of Energy report investigating the Business Energy Tax Credit program and job creation has been delayed until spring.
Solar leases now qualify for Oregon tax credits
Homeowners can now receive Residential Energy Tax Credits from the Oregon Department of Energy to lease a solar photovoltaic system. Changes made Jan. 1 to the state’s Residential Energy Tax […]
Last round of BETC applications starts Jan. 3
The Oregon Department of Energy today announced that applications for the last round of BETC funding for the current biennium will be accepted beginning Jan. 3, 2011.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
