Energy Trust of Oregon, Solar Within Reach
Energy Trust of Oregon
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Energy Trust of Oregon, Solar Within Reach in its Portland, OR research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Enhanced income-qualified solar incentives of $0.90/watt up to $5,500 for PGE customers and $0.85/watt up to $5,250 for Pacific Power customers. Household income limits range from $66,854 (1 person) to $177,418 (8+ people). Battery storage receives an additional $500/kWh up to $6,250 for PGE or $400/kWh up to $5,000 for Pacific Power.
Stacks with other rebates; income limits based on 2024 HUD guidelines
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Portland, OR, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Portland Housing Bureau Home Repair Loan Up to $50,000
- Portland Lead Hazard Control Grant Average ~$8,000 per unit
- Community Energy Project, Weatherization & Safety Repairs Free services (value varies)
- REACH Community Builders Free Home Repair Free services
Key Details
- Income limits: $66,854 (1 person) to $177,418 (8+ people)
- PGE: $0.90/watt up to $5,500 | Pacific Power: $0.85/watt up to $5,250
- Battery storage: PGE $500/kWh up to $6,250 | Pacific Power $400/kWh up to $5,000
- Minimum 2 kW-DC system; work with Energy Trust trade ally contractor
- Email solar@energytrust.org or call 1-877-777-4018
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Energy Trust of Oregon, Solar Within Reach in Portland, OR?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $5,500 per home (PGE customers). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Energy Trust of Oregon, Solar Within Reach in Portland?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Energy Trust of Oregon, Solar Within Reach in Portland, OR?
Confirm the application route directly with Energy Trust of Oregon; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 1-877-777-4018. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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