Oregon Energy Fund

When shopping for new light bulbs, know the difference between the lumens and watts. Lumens measure the amount of light the bulb produces. Watts measure the energy consumption.

Replacing worn out weather stripping on windows and doors can save you 10% or more on your heating and cooling expenses. It’s a fix that pays for itself in the first year and lasts for years.

Washing your clothes in cold water can reduce the energy used by 75%, and almost all modern laundry detergents are designed for cold water use.

Here's one for all you cooks out there. Did you know that baking in glass or ceramic pans means you can set the oven for 25 degrees F lower than the recipe calls for. You get energy savings and tasty treats at the same time. That’s a win-win in our book.

Ok, here's one I bet you didn't know. Streaming movies or TV shows through a game console uses up to 20 times more energy than using the same app on a smart TV or small add-on device like an Apple TV, Roku, Fire Stick, or Chromecast.

According to Portland General Electric, customers taking energy conservation measures during the recent heat wave in the Portland area resulted in saving enough power during peak demand to power over 90,000 homes for 4 hours. Keep up the good work - small changes really can have a huge impact.

PGE customer actions resulted in the largest electricity demand-shift in company history during multi-day heat wave | PGE Portland General Electric (PGE) customers worked together this week to reduce energy use during Portland’s first heat wave of the summer.

Just a few quick tips on how to stay a little cooler during this heatwave, courtesy of our friends at .

How to keep your home cool – tips from Energy Trust OREGON – Here are some tips on how to keep your home cool without overworking those air conditioners. Closing windows and window coverings during the day to keep the sun out does make a difference. Opening windows at night or in the early morning will also let cool air in. If you have a ceiling [....

In Observation of Independence Day, Oregon Energy Fund offices will be closed until Monday, July 8. We wish you all a wonderful holiday, and stay safe.

Please enjoy this cat in a patriotic tutu, just because.

Dishwashers use as little as 3 to 5 gallons of water per load, while hand washing the same load could consume up to 27 gallons. Running the dishwasher only when it's full can save you around $40 per year.

A desktop computer and monitor can use between 4 and 10 times more electricity than a laptop.

Happy Summer Solstice, and welcome Summer!