January Newsletter

The new year is a great time time to get involved with Solar Oregon! Check out some of the great events we have coming up this month.

Thinking about solar or energy storage, but not sure how to take those next steps? Join us on January 10.

Are you ready to take the first step in going solar?

In this free workshop, we will answer your questions about how solar energy and battery systems work, share information about incentives available, and help you take the first step to add solar to your home or business.

This workshop is free and open to everyone!

This month, in the Green Energy Series...

The Green Energy Series is a set of free talks for those interested in learning more about the technologies and design of zero energy buildings. 

In this talk Edward Louie, Solar Oregon board member and Senior Associate Energy Efficiency Engineer at Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, will be presenting on vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-home connectivity and what the future may hold for the emerging technology.

Welcome to Solar Oregon's new board member Kristi DeGroat!

Kristi DeGroat, a native of West Linn, Oregon, obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of Oregon in 2008. Her professional journey revolves around non-profits, emphasizing community building, fundraising, and event management. Presently, she serves as the development director at OSSIA, thriving on forging enduring connections and enjoys engaging in activities like hiking, climbing, snowboarding, and various sports.

If you'd like to get more involved with Solar Oregon consider joining a committee! Email us at info@solaroregon.org

Whether you already have solar panels or not, passive solar design is a great way to further harness the energy of the sun.

Read more here.

Lithium production is essential for home batteries and is largely sourced from areas belonging to indigenous communities. This jeopardizes communities water, rights, and livelihoods, potentially impeding the renewable energy transition.

Read more here.

“As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way.”

Mary Anne Radmacher

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