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A Lucky 7 guide to conserving energy this summer

Bill Payment Assistance Resources
Below are federal, state and utility-based programs not affiliated with Oregon HEAT that provide bill payment assistance for low income Oregonians.

American Indian Energy Information: A website designed to network American Indian Energy Issues and Information

LIEAP (Low-Income Energy Assistance Program).
A federally funded program that provides assistance paying electric and natural gas utility bills and purchasing bulk fuels (heating oil, propane, pellets and wood). The funds are targeted for subsidizing winter heating costs of low income households. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to utility accounts or payment to bulk fuel provider. Eligibility is determined by household income.

OEAP (Oregon Energy Assistance Program). OEAP is funded through a charge paid by Pacific Power and Portland General Electric customers and is available only to customers of those utilities. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to electric utility accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income.

GAP (Gas Assistance Program). GAP is funded through donations from NW Natural customers and shareholders. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to NW Natural accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income.

OLGA (Oregon Low-Income Gas Assistance). OLGA is funded through a charge paid by NW Natural customers and is available only to customers of NW Natural. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to NW Natural accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income

Warm Oregon – a site dedicated to helping Oregonians keep warm while saving money and energy!

Winter Help. Winter Help is funded through donations from Cascade Natural Gas customers. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to Cascade Natural Gas accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income.

Project Share. Project Share is funded through donations from Avista customers. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to Avista accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income.

LIRAP: (Low-Income Rate Assistance Program). LIRAP is funded through a charge paid by Avista customers and is available only to customers of Avista. The funds are targeted for low-income households at risk of disconnection. Assistance is delivered as a once-a-year credit to Avista accounts. Eligibility is determined by household income.

EWEB (Eugene Water and Electric Board). EWEB has several programs to assist low-income customers with utility bills, energy education and weatherization.

Lane County: The Lane: Community Resource Database

Home Weatherization Programs
There are federal, state and utility funded programs that provide weatherization services at no cost to low income households. Measures may include the following:
· ceiling, wall, and floor insulation.
· minor home repairs.
· energy conservation education.
· cold air infiltration reduction.
· furnace repair and replacement.
· heating duct improvements.
Weatherization of a home can dramatically improve comfort and reduce energy costs.

Non-Energy Assistance Programs
Find out more about State and Federal government benefits.
See what government assistance you qualify for.
Housing Services and Information in the Portland area.
Find Food Assistance in your Oregon County on the Oregon Food Bank website.
Information on food stamps and WIC program in Oregon.
Oregon Community Resource Directory - Food, Housing, Rent and other assistance.
Clackamas County Social Services
FIND Look for Washington County local resources on Community Action’s Website.
Multnomah County Human Services
211 Information and Referral Line 211 is the phone number for health and human service information and referral in Clackamas, Multnomah, Washington and Clark Counties. Dial “211” on the telephone.

State Resources

Oregon Housing and Community Services
Oregon Department of Human Services
Oregon Commission on Children & Families
Oregon Employment Department
Oregon Community Colleges & Workforce Development

Conserving Energy Resources
Oregon Department of Energy -- Find information about residential tax credits, rebates and links to activities for kids. The agency also administers the State Home Oil Weatherization (SHOW) program, which serves Oregon households that heat with oil, wood, propane, kerosene or butane. It offers a free home energy audit, rebates and a low-interest loan for weatherization and heating measures.

Energy-wise tools from Pacific Power

Cool Tools from PGE – Discover how much energy you use — and how much you can save with PGE’s Energy Calculator and online energy analysis.

The US Department of Energy website has links to consumer tips, heating and cooling, shopping information and an energy toolkit.

Take the home energy quiz or a virtual home tour at the federal Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's consumer information page. Kids can visit Dr E's Energy Lab.

Visit Energy Ideas clearinghouse – you’ll find practical solutions for energy efficiency.

Energy Star: Tips and Appliances for Energy Efficiency. Learn how your home's energy use compares to other homes, find solutions to common energy problems and get tips for remodeling with energy efficiency in mind at the Home Improvement Toolbox web page offered by The US Environmental Protection Agency.

Solar Energy Association of Oregon. The SEAO has “kept Oregon in the forefront of renewable energy activity nationwide, and have helped make Oregon fifth in the nation in terms of solar systems purchased”

October is Energy Awareness Month. This year's theme, "Smart Energy Choices," continues last year’s theme of conserving energy. Visit the Federal Energy Management Program.

What is sustainability? To find out and test your knowledge, Oregon State University Extension Service has a great website.

The Energy Trust of Oregon helps Oregonians save energy and use renewable power. The Energy Trust goal is to meet energy needs in different, safer, cleaner and more efficient ways.

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