Energy Trust has historically recognized outstanding Residential, Multifamily and Existing Buildings trade allies through an awards ceremony at its annual Trade Ally Forums. Categories have changed over time to best recognize the accomplishments of trade allies who go above and beyond to serve our shared customers.
Based on trade ally feedback and internal discussion at Energy Trust, Trade Ally Forum planning committee members have decided to simplify the award categories to showcase trade allies who set a high bar when delivering Energy Trust’s offers to customers.
The intention behind simplifying awards is to create a recognition system that aligns with Energy Trust’s vision and mission to serve Oregon and Southwest Washington utility customers. As a result, most awards will be statewide, rather than split by region.
The new award categories are:
| Program | Award category | Award criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | Highest volume | Project count (all projects completed in 2024) |
| Residential | Greatest increase in project volume | Year over year comparison |
| Existing Buildings | Highest savings | Total kWh saved |
| Existing Buildings | Highest savings | Total therms saved |
| Existing Buildings | Greatest increase in project volume | Year over year comparison |
| Solar + Storage | Highest battery attachment rate | Percentage of new installations that include battery storage |
| Solar + Storage | New Homes solar installer of the year | Most projects that had collaboration with Energy Trust’s EPS New Homes program |
| All programs | Exemplary new trade ally | Remains broken out by region with recipients selected by the account manager/trade ally coordination team. Criteria include positive approach, cooperation, outstanding customer service, and project volume. |
The awards are an important way Energy Trust recognizes the accomplishments and partnership of its trade allies in reaching and assisting customers throughout its service areas. Trade allies are a key part of our success, and we look forward to highlighting your success at the forums and throughout each year.
If you have questions about the awards or annual Trade Ally Forums, please reach out to your account manager or Joy Turtola.