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Energy Trust of Oregon

Provides cash incentives and expert help for energy-saving upgrades, solar, and new construction to Oregon homes and businesses served by Pacific Power and other participating Oregon utilities.

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Overview

Provides cash incentives and expert help for energy-saving upgrades, solar, and new construction to Oregon homes and businesses served by Pacific Power and other participating Oregon utilities. Oregon Pacific Power customers get efficiency incentives

Eligibility Requirements

Other

  • Uses an Energy Trust trade ally contractor; many residential offers require one.
  • Prior to beginning improvements, contractor must ask the applicant to sign an Income Verification form to confirm eligibility.
  • All improvements must be installed by an approved Savings Within Reach participating contractor.
  • Prior to beginning improvements, contractor must verify income eligibility through a signed income verification form.
  • Must have onsite solar generation to earn incentives for Wattsmart Batteries program.
  • Must be an electric vehicle driver in Oregon or Washington to earn rewards through Wattsmart Drive program.
  • Must participate in Cool Keeper program to earn $30 annually and help ease energy demand during high-demand periods.
  • Must buy or lease part of a community solar project to receive utility bill credits through Oregon Community Solar program.
  • Must install solar panels or other renewable power systems to participate in Customer Generation program.
  • Must purchase qualifying backup power equipment to receive generator rebates.

Income

  • Households earning between 81% and 150% of their county's median income may receive higher incentives through Savings Within Reach.
  • Must have a household gross annual income between 81% and 150% of the county’s median income.
  • Customers who make 80% or less of their county’s median income may qualify for low- or no-cost energy efficiency upgrades through other initiatives or community resources.
  • Must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for Savings Within Reach.
  • Must qualify for the Oregon Low-Income Discount program or other low-income bill assistance programs.

Residency

  • Home or business must be located in Oregon and served by Pacific Power, Portland General Electric, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas, or Avista.
  • Must reside in Oregon or Washington.
  • Oregon residents must heat their home with electricity or natural gas provided by PGE, Pacific Power, NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas, or Avista.
  • Washington residents must reside in Klickitat, Skamania, or Clark County and heat their home with natural gas provided by NW Natural.
  • Must reside in Oregon or specific counties in Southwest Washington.
  • Must reside in Oregon, Washington, or California to access state-specific savings programs.

Housing

  • Must reside in a single-family home, manufactured home, or attached residential unit (e.g., duplex, triplex, fourplex, townhome).
  • Residents in stacked structures with five or more units are only eligible for the ductless heat pump incentive.
  • Must live in a single-family home, manufactured home, or attached residence that meets specific structural criteria.
  • If living in a rental property, homeowner or property owner must approve work before it begins.
  • Manufactured homes with land ownership are eligible.
  • Must be rebuilding energy-efficient, all-electric homes after a natural disaster to qualify for RISE Homes incentives.

Employment

  • All improvements must be installed by an approved Energy Trust trade ally contractor trained to provide Savings Within Reach services.
  • Must submit application and required documentation by November 30, 2026, to participate in Wattsmart Homes program.

How to Apply

Apply online

  • online
  • phone
  • in-person

Benefits

Benefit amount: Discounts and cash back for qualifying home energy improvements (one-time)

rebates

Required Documents

  • Income Verification form
  • Incentive application
  • Invoices for energy-efficient improvements
  • Income verification form
  • application
  • required documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I eligible for the Energy Trust of Oregon program?

To be eligible, you must reside in Oregon or specific counties in Southwest Washington and meet certain income requirements. Additionally, your home must be heated by specific utility providers.

What income level do I need to qualify for higher incentives?

Households earning between 81% and 150% of their county's median income may qualify for higher incentives through the Savings Within Reach program.

Do I need to use a specific contractor for my energy upgrades?

Yes, all improvements must be installed by an approved Energy Trust trade ally contractor.

What documents do I need to provide when applying?

You will need to sign an Income Verification form to confirm your eligibility before improvements begin.

What happens after I apply for the program?

After applying, your contractor will verify your income eligibility and discuss the next steps for your energy-saving upgrades.

Is there a deadline for applying to the Wattsmart Homes program?

Yes, you must submit your application and required documentation by November 30, 2026, to participate in the Wattsmart Homes program.

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