Oregonians Urged to Contact 811 Before Digging
811-Call Before You Dig and The Oregon Utility Notification Center and the Oregon Public Utility Commission are reminding Oregonians that using the free service can...
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Can I Recycle This? Prevent Wishcycling by Knowing What Is and Isn’t Recyclable
You make recycling possible. Without consumer participation, recycling programs can’t function. If you already recycle, you’re playing a critical role in reducing waste in your...
Planning for Power During National Preparedness Month
Severe weather events in the United States are increasing in frequency and impact, according to a report from NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Education. As extreme...
Tips to Make the Most of Your Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor living is hotter than ever — in more ways than one — and creating spaces that are not only functional but downright enjoyable is...
Oregonians Urged to Create Defensible Space to be Better Prepared for Wildfire
With much of Oregon seeing another year of continued drought and the wildfire outlook for this summer very concerning, the Oregon Office of State Fire...
Growing an Urban Garden
Urban living and lush gardens aren’t as mutually exclusive as one might assume. In fact, it’s possible to cultivate thriving gardens in even the smallest...
Top Energy Actions You Can Take to Help With Climate Change
You’ve probably heard a lot about climate change, but it can be difficult to know what you can do to help. As one person, you...
Energy Trust Of Oregon Has New Federal Tax Credits Available For Cost-Cutting Home Energy Upgrades
Starting this year, more resources are available to help people cut their energy use and lower their energy bills. New federal tax credits are available...
Top 5 Outdoor Design Trends for 2023
2023 will reveal a few new outdoor design trends, but two of them — mixed materials and bringing the indoors out — are maintaining their...
Is Your Home Smart?
Controlling the operations of a home with a finger tap seemed out of reach only a few years ago. Today, homeowners are unlocking doors, setting...