The 2020 Solar Job Census is underway. We need your help to ensure that the data collected is as complete and accurate as possible – the jobs data is extremely important when advocating for the industry.
Read MoreOn October 10th the White House announced the results of the Section 201 midterm review via Presidential Proclamation. The conclusions are disappointing, but not unexpected, and SEIA will consider all of our options in responding.
Read MoreThrough the efforts of the Metropolitan Alliance for Workforce Equity (MAWE) and others in our region, OSEIA has joined efforts to combat racism and sexism which continue to be prevalent in our construction industry.
Read MorePortland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund seeks proposals for $8.6 million in first round of funding for community projects.
Read MoreOregon Department of Energy (ODOE) has launched the Oregon Renewable Energy Siting Assessment (ORESA) project, the overall project goal is to better understand what future renewable energy development in Oregon might look like.
Read MoreMainzer was sworn in as the 15th administrator in BPA’s 83-year history on Feb. 20, 2014, after serving as acting administrator since July 2013.
Read MoreOSEIA, through the work of our Solar Education Fund, is hard at work representing solar at the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC). There are many ongoing dockets that impact solar.
Read MoreThe Oregon Department of Energy has been asked to halt approval of solar+storage rebate reservation approvals. All state agencies are required to produce a list of possible budget cuts, at a minimum of 8.5% of their budget.
Read MoreWhat’s happening in the Capitol? We are sad to report that the legislative session has ended with no additional bills passing, including SB 1563 to update the Limited Renewable Technician license.
Read MoreThe City of Portland (City) invites existing and prospective Project Managers in the Oregon Community Solar Program (“Respondents”) to respond to this Request for Information (“RFI”) regarding projects for which the City may able to serve as a major subscriber. Organizations that do not respond to this RFI will not be precluded from participating in future community solar procurements. More info here >
Read MoreOSEIA LRT bill passes unanimously through the Oregon Senate!
We were proud to watch SB 1563, which updates the LRT license, pass unanimously out of the Oregon State Senate on February 11th. The bill headed to the House Committee on Business and Labor where it had its hearing on February 17th. Thank you OSEIA board member Ryan Mayfield for testifying in support of the bill. The bill should move out of the committee on February 19th and head to the House floor for a vote soon after.
Read MoreThis power packed 2-hour course takes students on a journey through 5 real scenarios encountered when servicing and troubleshooting PV systems. The easy to absorb format provides a wealth of information on how and when to safely use the items found in the tool kit of a professional O&M provider. Field technicians aren't the only ones that will find this course insightful. Designers, engineers and inspectors will also find it informative.
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The Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) received a federal grant to support the ORESA Project (Oregon Renewable Energy Siting Assessment).
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On February 3rd Oregon’s annual legislative session kicked off with some hot topics regarding solar energy. OSEIA has worked hard over the last year on a bill to update the Limited Renewable Technician License (LRT) and we are proud to announce that the bill will be heard in the Senate Labor and Business Committee on February 4th.
Read MoreCome learn the details about Oregon’s new Solar + Storage rebate! This webinar will walk through the basics of the program, including how the rebate interacts with current Energy Trust Incentives and how installers can take participate. The initial registration periods lasts until mid-January, so join us to learn how you can sign up for the rebate program.
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