Helpful Resources
Home Electrification Get Started Guide
Start by taking a quick inventory of your home, and create a home electrification plan and action list.
Home Energy Audit Fact Sheet
Download our Home Energy Audit info sheet, and find out how to get a clear picture of your home’s energy use.
For Renters Handout
Helpful tips for renters who want to electrify
How to Organize an Electrification Fair Guide
A helpful guide for organizations who would like to plan a home electrification fair.
Air Source Heat Pumps Fact Sheet
Download this fact sheet to get a quick overview of the advantages of heat pumps and how to get started if you want to install one in your home.
Induction Cooking Fact sheet
Use induction stoves to cook faster and safer with better control and easier cleanup, while fighting climate change and improving indoor air quality.
EV Fact sheet
Download this fact sheet to get an overview of the potential cost savings and carbons emissions of switching to an electric vehicle.
Low or no cost options for a safe and comfortable electric home
A helpful introduction to the options available for income-qualifying households in the Portland Metro area. Check out our full online resource hub here
Heat Pump Water Heaters Fact Sheet
Download this fact sheet to get a quick overview of heat pump water heaters, the most efficient type of water heater on the market.
Electrical Panel Fact Sheet
Download this fact sheet for a quick overview of electrical panels and electrification.
Clean up your energy supply fact sheet
Download this fact sheet to find out your options for cleaning up your energy supply and powering your home with 100% clean energy!
Opciones de energía para el hogar
Una introducción útil a las opciones disponibles para hogares con ingresos elegibles en el área metropolitana de Portland. Consulte nuestro centro de recursos en línea completo aquí.
Helpful Tools
Rewiring America Electrification Planner
Rewiring America has launched their Personal Electrification Planner, a free helpful tool for renters and homeowners that provides you with tips, info on tax rebates and incentives, and a customized electrification plan. Try it out, and let us know what you think!
Rewiring America IRA Savings Calculator
Find out how much money you can get with the Inflation Reduction Act. Use this simple online calculator to see what tax incentives and upfront discounts you’re eligible for.
How-to Articles
How to electrify—and avoid a costly electric panel upgrade
Are you concerned that electrifying your older home will require a costly electrical panel replacement? It might not. Many homes can fully electrify on an existing 100 Amp panel. It just takes some simple upfront planning—and you’ll get all the cost, health, comfort...
Why it makes sense to ditch your gas appliances as soon as possible
In general, it’s best for the environment to use products as long as possible before replacing them. But appliances that burn fossil fuels are an exception. Mother Nature will appreciate you replacing them as soon as possible with efficient electric alternatives. Like...
What’s going on with so many door-to-door solar salespeople? We did some research—and have some recommendations.
When it comes to solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, a few companies are standing out in the local market due to their distinctive door-to-door sales approach. Blue Raven, Ion, and Infinity have brought this strategy to Oregon after honing it elsewhere, and it’s...
Let’s debunk some electrification myths—and get to the facts!
When we talk to folks in the community, we get a lot of great questions and hear some valid concerns about the impacts of electrification. Efficient electrification, powered by clean energy, is a critical strategy in the fight against climate change, and you get a...
The best-kept secret in clean renewable energy: community solar!
Subscribe to a solar farm, get renewable energy and a discount on your electric bill! The Oregon Community Solar Program allows thousands of Oregonians to power their homes with solar energy by subscribing to large off-site solar projects built here in Oregon. It's...
Oregon EV Rebates return—for a limited time!
If you’ve been thinking about buying or leasing an electric vehicle, then this spring may be the perfect time. In addition to available federal tax credits, the Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate program offers a cash rebate for Oregon drivers who buy or lease an EV. The...
Get the full picture of your home’s energy use with a home energy audit
Whether you’re trying to lower your energy bills, phase out fossil fuels and cut your home’s carbon emissions, improve your home’s indoor air quality, or make your home more comfortable year-round, it’s important to know your home is as efficient as it can be. Before...
Tips for making the most of the IRA’s energy efficiency tax credits
It’s February already, which means April 15th is just around the corner. Don’t forget to claim the upgrades you made last year when you file your 2023 tax return! If you made energy efficiency upgrades like installing insulation or a heat pump, you are very likely...
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! The Oregon Community Solar Program allows thousands of...
Myth check: Which gas appliances actually work during power outages?
With our recent arctic weather, there’s a common misperception that gas appliances will still work during power outages. While natural (methane) gas can still flow into your home during a blackout, many appliances still require electric power to operate. Gas Furnace:...