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Solar Within Reach Program is a grant from Energy Trust of Oregon that funds increased solar and battery storage incentives for income-qualified households served by Portland General Electric (PGE) or Pacific Power.
Eligible homeowners can receive up to $6,600 for solar installations (PGE customers) or up to $5,400 (Pacific Power customers), with additional incentives up to $11,700 for combined solar and battery storage (PGE) or $9,000 (Pacific Power). Beginning in 2026, the Portland Solar Access Program extends reach to more Portland families through a Portland Clean Energy Fund grant.
Income qualification requirements apply, and the program supports broader access to clean energy for underserved Oregon communities.
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Solar: Solar Within Reach - Energy Trust of Oregon Increased incentives help income-qualified households add solar + storage to save on energy bills and boost energy resilience. Leer esta página en español Clean solar power and lower energy bills are within reach for income-qualified households with help from Energy Trust.
Energy Trust offers Solar Within Reach increased incentives to help more Oregonians add solar, solar + storage or battery storage to existing solar. Portland Solar Access Program Beginning in 2026, a Portland Clean Energy Fund grant will help Energy Trust provide solar for more Portland families experiencing lower incomes. More income-qualified energy services Everyone deserves a comfortable, energy-efficient home.
Energy Trust is here to help, no matter your income. Learn about community solar Switching to solar reduces your energy bill and can save hundreds annually. Long-lasting solar panels lock in low energy costs for decades.
Make your home energy resilient Forget outage worries. Adding battery storage to solar means you will have backup power to keep your lights on, fridge running and other essentials powered up. LEARN ABOUT SOLAR + STORAGE Powering your home with clean solar energy reduces your carbon footprint and helps build a cleaner energy future in Oregon.
Depend on Energy Trust trade allies To get started on a solar project, talk with an Energy Trust solar trade ally contractor. Our Trade Ally Network has reliable contractors all across Oregon who can assess the solar potential of your property, provide a customized bid and connect you with Energy Trust cash incentives for solar and battery storage.
Get a free, no-risk analysis and bid Learn about issues to consider first, how to avoid scams, comparing bids, financing information and other tips. Free solar + storage workshops The nonprofit Solar Oregon offers free educational workshops where you can get answers to all your questions about solar and battery storage. Understand how your electric bill is calculated when you produce your own renewable power.
In addition to the eligibility requirements listed in the Steps tab, to participate you must own and live in a single-family home, manufactured home, floating home, or multifamily residence that is either an attached side-by-side unit or a duplex, triplex or fourplex. You must also meet Energy Trust’s income qualifications listed below.
Household size Annual income maximum* 8 or more people $177,418 Note: Income includes all gross wages, tips, rental income, public assistance, social security or pensions, income from self-employment, alimony, interest or any other sources of income defined by the IRS income tax return for the previous tax year.
Solar increased incentives If you meet the income guidelines listed above, you can qualify for Energy Trust increased cash incentives for solar. Energy Trust cash incentive amounts depend on the size of your system and your electric utility. Incentive offers are subject to funding availability and may change at any time.
Check with your contractor. Utility Increased incentive amount Requirements Portland General Electric $0. 90/watt, $5,500 maximum per home Minimum solar size 2 kW-DC Pacific Power $0.
85 /watt, $5,250 maximum per home Minimum solar size 2 kW-DC Battery storage increased incentives If you meet the income guidelines listed above, you can qualify for Energy Trust increased cash incentives for solar + storage or for battery storage added to an existing solar system. Energy Trust cash incentive amounts depend on the size of your system and your electric utility.
Incentive offers are subject to funding availability and may change at any time. Check with your contractor. When you install battery storage, you may also be eligible to participate in a utility battery storage reward program.
Learn more . Utility Increased incentive amount Requirements Portland General Electric $500/kWh up to $6,250 maximum per home Minimum battery storage project size: 3kWh capacity rating. Battery must be connected to a solar system that meets Energy Trust qualifying standards.
Pacific Power $400/kWh up to $5,000 maximum per home Minimum battery storage project size: 3kWh capacity rating. Battery must be connected to a solar system that meets Energy Trust qualifying standards. Installation requirements Your Energy Trust trade ally contractor is up to date on equipment that meets qualifying standards.
Energy Trust provides technical assistance and financial incentives but does not develop, sell or install energy systems or equipment. This work is done by independent businesses that are solely responsible for the quality and performance of their installations. Portland Solar Access Program Beginning in 2026, a Portland Clean Energy Fund grant will help Energy Trust provide solar for more Portland families experiencing lower incomes.
Do I need multiple bids from a contractor for my solar projects? No. Energy Trust does not require you to have multiple bids, but we strongly recommend it. Fill out an online bid request form and we can connect you with solar trade ally contractors that offer the Solar Within Reach incentive.
Am I still eligible for other Energy Trust incentives if I participate in Solar Within Reach? Yes. If you invest in additional energy-saving improvements, you can receive other Energy Trust incentives.
Through Savings Within Reach , Energy Trust offers increased incentives for income-qualified customers who make energy-efficiency improvements to their home. How do I determine my household’s annual income to see if I qualify for Solar Within Reach? Your annual income is the total amount currently earned annually by all household members before taxes and deductions.
Income includes all gross wages, tips, rental income, public assistance, social security or pensions, income from self-employment, alimony, interest or any other sources of income defined by the IRS income tax return. Here is a sample income calculation: $15 hourly wage x 32 hours per week x 52 weeks per year = $24,960. Who counts as a resident of my home?
Anyone reported as a member of your household on the IRS income tax return for the previous tax year. Do I need to live in the home in order to qualify for Solar Within Reach? Yes, you must occupy the home where solar is installed to qualify for Solar Within Reach.
Single-family homes, manufactured homes, floating homes, townhomes, or multifamily residences (an attached side-by-side unit or a duplex, triplex or fourplex) all qualify. Establish your eligibility.
You must be an Oregon customer of Portland General Electric or Pacific Power, working with an Energy Trust solar trade ally contractor participating with Solar Within Reach, and meet income qualification requirements to be eligible for incentives. Check the Details tab for more information.
Request proposals from Energy Trust solar trade ally contractors eligible to provide Solar Within Reach incentives Your system must be installed by an approved Energy Trust solar trade ally eligible to offer these increased incentives. Submit your information through our online bid form, and Energy Trust will connect you with qualified trade ally contractors in your area. Request a free, no-risk analysis and bid .
Choose a contractor, sign application and verify income. See our tips on choosing a solar trade ally and comparing bids. Once you choose a contractor, they will ask you to sign an incentive application and income verification form to confirm your eligibility.
Your contractor will handle all the paperwork for your system, and submit your income verification form, prior to installation. Your Energy Trust cash incentive will be paid directly to your contractor, who will deduct the incentive amount from your invoice, reducing the cost you pay for your solar installation. Relax while your system is installed.
As part of our quality control process, Energy Trust reviews system plans and conducts verifications of installations as needed. Your Energy Trust solar trade ally contractor completes your installation following our rigorous technical standards. Valerie Eiselein, Coos Bay Educator and grandmother Valerie Eiselein wants to leave a clean environment for future generations.
So, she was thrilled she could install solar panels — and save on energy bills — thanks to Solar Within Reach cash incentives from Energy Trust. These increased incentives reduce solar costs for income-qualified households. When Sammie Lewis’ old heat pump stopped cooling her home, she was determined to find a solution.
Her resolve led to not only a new heat pump but also solar panels and other energy-efficiency upgrades that increased her home’s comfort and put it on the path to net-zero energy use. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to apply, here are the next steps to get you started. First, verify your eligibility.
See eligibility requirements Answer a few questions and we’ll connect you with qualified solar contractors in your area. Learn how to compare bids and choose a contractor. Talk to our team of experts Have questions about solar + storage?
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Income-qualified households who own and occupy a home in Oregon served by Portland General Electric or Pacific Power, working with an Energy Trust solar trade ally contractor. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $6,600 for PGE customers, up to $5,400 for Pacific Power customers (solar); up to $11,700 for PGE customers, up to $9,000 for Pacific Power customers (battery storage). Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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EPA is seeking insightful, expert, and cost-effective applications from eligible applicants to provide the Chesapeake Bay Program’s non-federal partners with technical analysis and programmatic evaluation support related to water quality modeling and monitoring and spatial systems to manage, analyze, and map environmental data. The project assists the partners in meeting their restoration and protection goals and in increasing the transfer of scientific understanding to the Chesapeake Bay Program modeling, monitoring, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) activities. The recipient will support modeling, monitoring, and GIS programs needed to explain and communicate the health of and changes in the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem. Funding Opportunity Number: EPA-R3-CBP-23-18. Assistance Listing: 66.466. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ENV. Award Amount: Up to $5.3M per award.
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Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants Program (CCGP) is sponsored by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Community Change Grants Program funds projects that provide meaningful improvements to the environmental, climate, and resilience conditions affecting disadvantaged communities. While broadly focused on environmental and climate justice, projects can include aspects that relate to community health and well-being through addressing environmental health risks. The program aims to fund community-driven pollution and climate resiliency solutions and strengthen communities' decision-making power. Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.