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November 2023 Newsletter

November 2023 Newsletter

Let’s talk about quiet, clean, 100% electric yard care The red and gold tones of Portland's deciduous trees have been exceptionally brilliant this year! But as we enjoy the sight of leaves peacefully drifting to the ground, our ears are often assaulted by the loud and...

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Quiet, clean, 100% electric yard care

Quiet, clean, 100% electric yard care

The red and gold tones of Portland's deciduous trees have been exceptionally brilliant this year! But as we enjoy the sight of leaves peacefully drifting to the ground, our ears are often assaulted by the loud and annoying drone of gas-powered leaf blowers. Besides...

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October 2023 Newsletter

October 2023 Newsletter

How to harness the incentives that are making electrification more affordable than ever. The Inflation Reduction Act is the largest clean energy investment America has ever made, and includes upfront discounts and tax credits that provide money for every household to...

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September 2023 Newsletter

September 2023 Newsletter

Get ready for Electrify Portland! Saturday, Oct. 7th | 11am-3pm The Redd on Salmon St. The Electrify Portland! Home Electrification Fair is a free, festive, one-day event for homeowners and renters curious about transitioning their homes from gas (or old electric) to...

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August 2023 Newsletter

August 2023 Newsletter

The Joy (And Efficiency!) Of Induction Cooking By switching to induction, you’ll get cleaner indoor air quality and a superior cooking experience. How it works: Induction is magnetic heat. The magnets in the cooktop create a magnetic field that excites the electrons...

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Merch Alert! ElectrifyPDX shirts now available!

Merch Alert! ElectrifyPDX shirts now available!

We're thrilled to announce the arrival of ElectrifyPDX t-shirts and sweatshirts! With three designs and multiple colors to choose from, you can pick your style and share the joys of electrification! Powering your home with clean energy is one of the biggest climate...

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June 2023 Newsletter

June 2023 Newsletter

It’s shockingly easy to sign up for Community Solar Follow our step-by-step guide and sign up in under 10 minutes! Rent or Own. No sunny rooftop required. Subscribe to a community solar project. Get clean energy and reduce your electric bill by at least 5%. Really!...

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May 2023 Newsletter

May 2023 Newsletter

FROM THE BLOG: Peak Time Rebates—a great way to save a little on your energy bill and support Oregon’s clean energy future. PGE’s Peak Time Rebates program rewards you for shifting your energy use during peak times—when energy demand and prices are highest. How it...

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April 2023 Newsletter

FROM THE BLOG: Ready to start electrifying? Conduct a home inventory—and start swapping things out. Home electrification is a process, not a single project. You may take months, or even years, to fully transition your home, and the process will look a little different...

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8 handy tips for renters who want to electrify

8 handy tips for renters who want to electrify

The 47% of Portland households who rent have more options than ever to power their home or apartment with clean electricity. ElectrifyPDX welcomes renters and owners alike to join. If you’re renter interested in electrifying, here are some actions you can take right...

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February 2023 Newsletter

February 2023 Newsletter

Greetings! We hope your 2023 is off to a great start. A warm welcome to all of the folks who have recently started down the path towards a 100% clean, renewable electric home! Below you’ll find some great tips about how to switch to renewable electricity, info about...

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January 2023 newsletter

Happy New Year! Thanks to everyone who has joined the ElectrifyPDX Healthy Home Revolution. Here are a few updates as we hit the 3 month mark of this new campaign, including upcoming in-person and virtual events (times/dates in bold).  Please forward to friends who’d...

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ElectrifyPDX Program Manager position [CLOSED]

ElectrifyPDX Program Manager Contract Position Contract Opening: Program Manager Status: Part-time contract position, flexible/variable hours (~20/week): $22-$30/hr Deadline: January 17, 2022. Contract length: Initial two-month trial period starting as early as...

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December 2022 Newsletter

Get the first sign on your block! If you haven’t already, sign up here for your ElectrifyPDX sign.  Join the ongoing conversation at our ElectrifyPDX Facebook group, where 120+ folks are sharing updates and answering each other’s questions about electrifying their...

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Alternative energy choices for your home

Alternative energy choices for your home

Most people are familiar with green power programs offered by local utilities -- pay a little extra each month for renewable power. But few are aware that they can actually save money by signing up to help build a community solar program!  Savings have recently jumped...

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Biking to work and school in Portland

Biking to work and school in Portland

Have you taken an electric bike for a spin? It just might be the most fun you've had in a while. Currently, transportation is not part of the ElectrifyPDX program, but we think e-bikes are the coolest thing since sliced bread. Hauling children or a fully-loaded bike...

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