Climate Vulnerability Analysis
Oregon Renewable Future is creating a comprehensive climate vulnerability analysis. This analysis analyzes the risk posed by climate threats to various assets and systems in...
Climate Change and Energy Use in Oregon
How Oregon generates and uses energy is influenced by the climate crisis. Electricity Demand Warmer temperatures in certain areas could increase electricity demand due to...
Geothermal Power in Oregon
Geothermal energy originates from the earth in fluids and rocks at different depths. It accounts for only a maximum of one percent of electricity generation...
Hydrogen in the U.S.
Hydrogen is an abundant element that the universe offers. However, it is rare in its unmixed state. That is because hydrogen is typically mixed with...
Hydroelectricity in Oregon
A standard hydropower system uses water to create electricity with the help of rotating turbines that are linked to generators. The energy generated will depend...
The Self-Direct Program
Electric consumer locations that use 8,760,000 kWh or more in the past year can be qualified for the Self-Direct Program or LECPPP (Large Electric Consumer...
Renewable Fuels in Oregon
One-third of the energy consumption in Oregon is due to transportation. Alternative fuels, such as biodiesel and ethanol, can improve energy security, lessen carbon emissions,...
Wind Energy in Oregon
In 2018, wind energy in Oregon had a total capacity of 3,415 MW. There are about 46 facilities with a capacity of 1.65 to 290...
The Senate Bill 1149 on Public Purpose Charge
SB 1149 directed the two largest electric utilities in Oregon (Pacific Power and General Electric) to require their customers to pay for a public purpose...
Biomass Energy in Oregon
Biomass energy or Bioenergy is energy from plant-derived materials and plants. Bioenergy has been utilized since humans started cooking food using wood or heating space...