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Received a Letter from ODOE, Now What?
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Webinar
Step-by-step guidance on understanding and verifying letters from ODOE, along with actionable next steps.

Commercial Battery and Microgrid Training by Mayfield Renewables
2026-02-25 08:30 - 17:00 | Energy Trust of Oregon, 920 SW 6th Ave, Suite 900, Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Energy Trust is hosting Mayfield Renewables to give a one-day training on microgrid feasibility, codes and standards, and best practices. This technical training event will take place at the Power + Light Building on the 10th floor.
Mayfield Renewables is an Oregon-based engineering consultancy focused on complex commercial design and well regarded for their quality education. This day of training will provide an overview of microgrid system planning and design considerations as well as current electrical codes, standards and requirements for PV+BESS systems. Any solar trade ally staff are welcome to attend. The conversations may be most useful to individuals working in commercial design, technical assessment and sales, and electricians, but install crews are encouraged to attend as well. NABCEP CEUs are available.
Details:
Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Energy Trust of Oregon 920 SW Sixth Ave, #1003, Portland, OR 97204

Portland Solar Access Program RFQ Webinar
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join this webinar to learn more about the Portland Solar Access Program (PSAP) and the RFQ process for selecting solar trade allies to participate.

BPS Office Hours #2
2026-03-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Come with your questions!

Most Common Corrective Actions of 2025
2026-03-10 08:30 - 22:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this free virtual training designed for contractors or community-based organizations that are interested in learning how to avoid the most common program mistakes seen in the field. This training will cover both HVAC and weatherization best practices and is great for anyone interested in learning more about quality installations.

Portfolio Manager Deeper Dive
2026-03-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Comprehensive training on energy data entry, error correction, and establishing utility connections in Portfolio Manager.

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, March 2026
2026-03-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar
Participating in this hour-long webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Energy Trust’s Solar Electric Trade Ally Network. Includes Solar + Storage program overview with focus on topics relevant to new and prospective trade allies. Register here
In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Solar Electric Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
Submit the appropriate paperwork including:
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 271E – Solar Electric Trade Ally Addendum

Completing Projects in Energy Trust's Home Retrofit Program
2026-03-17 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this virtual training designed for contractors or community-based organizations to learn more about navigating Home Retrofit Program Processes. This training will cover, form submission, basic requirements, common missing information and more.

BPS Office Hours #3
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar

Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation – Part 1
2026-03-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Participating in this webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Home Retrofit Trade Ally Network. In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Home Retrofit Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
1) Submit the appropriate paperwork including
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 371A – Home Retrofit Trade Ally Addendum
2) Participate in the Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Webinar. This webinar takes place the day after this Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation, at 9 a.m. and you must register separately.
Cost: free

Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Orientation – Part 2
2026-03-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
This technical training provides a detailed overview of the Home Retrofit Specifications Manual. The manual is revised and published once a year and articulates Energy Trust of Oregon’s requirements for measure installations in detached single-family houses. This webinar will explain how projects are reviewed by the program through Quality Assurance visits, how to avoid common causes of corrective actions, and other tips for ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the specifications.
This webinar is 2 hours long. Attendance is a prerequisite to enrolling in the trade ally network but all contractors performing work for Energy Trust customers are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Campuses and Grouped Buildings
2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Best practices for managing campuses and grouped buildings, including ESPM settings and submetering considerations.

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, April 2026
2026-04-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar

Portland Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel, 8235 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR, 97220
Join us for an opportunity to connect, learn share feedback and hear from economist Mary Kopriva from ODOE.
Join us for the 2026 Trade Ally Forum, Energy Trust’s annual gathering of trade allies from across the region. This year’s forum will feature a keynote from Mary Kopriva, economist with the Oregon Department of Energy, who will share market perspectives and economic insights shaping our industry.
Attendees will:

Connect with fellow trade allies and Energy Trust staff
Hear program updates and explore new resources
Share feedback to help shape the future of the Trade Ally Network
Celebrate the vital role trade allies play in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability

Whether you are a long-time trade ally or newly enrolled, the forum offers valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships, grow your business and help lead our communities toward a more energy-efficient future.

Medford Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-15 08:00 - 14:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Medford, 1000 Welcome Way, Medford, OR, 97504, United States

Bend Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-16 08:00 - 13:00 | Riverhouse Lodge, 3075 North Highway 97, Bend, OR, 97703

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, May 2026
2026-05-13 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar
Participating in this hour-long webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Energy Trust’s Solar Electric Trade Ally Network. Includes Solar + Storage program overview with focus on topics relevant to new and prospective trade allies. Register here:
In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Solar Electric Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
Submit the appropriate paperwork including:
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 271E – Solar Electric Trade Ally Addendum

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, June 2026
2026-06-10 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar
