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Renewable Energy

Make the most of Oregon’s abundant natural resources. We help local governments, businesses and Tribal Nations plan and execute innovative, custom renewable projects that reduce energy costs, build energy independence and support sustainability.

Embrace clean energy opportunities

By enabling businesses and communities to generate energy from local renewable resources, we are transforming how Oregon is energized.

What is your renewable path?

Biopower projects help businesses, farms and municipalities turn organic waste into clean energy.

Hydropower projects deliver clean, renewable energy. Irrigation modernization unlocks potential energy generation—while reducing waste and saving energy and money.

Solar plus battery storage or microgrid projects support energy resilience and help build a stronger grid.

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Energizing Oregon

Renewable distributed energy resources like solar, biopower and small hydropower let Oregonians produce their own energy from the state’s abundant natural resources. Discover how Energy Trust has helped launch thousands of renewable projects across our state, fostering a clean energy future for Oregon.
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How we can help with custom renewable projects

Cash incentives

Energy Trust incentives reduce project costs for hydropower, biopower and irrigation modernization projects. In rare cases, incentives may be available for developing wind and geothermal resources.

Expert advice and technical assistance

Energy Trust offers expert guidance for complex, custom renewable projects, from exploring initial ideas through feasibility studies, development and installation.

Contractor connections

We can connect you with third-party consultants, if needed, and Energy Trust solar trade ally contractors for solar + storage installations.

Contact us to discuss your project

Additional resources

Net metering

Understand how your electric bill is calculated when you produce your own renewable power.

Community solar development project

Energy Trust offers resources to support the development of community solar projects.

How solar + storage works

Learn the basics of how solar and smart battery storage work together to build energy resilience by providing clean, reliable backup power.

Talk to our team of experts

Have questions about renewable power projects? We’re here to help.
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