News & Policy
OSWEA works to keep you updated on anything affecting small wind in Oregon. Below you can find the latest in renewable energy policy news as well as information on any recent incentive changes, whether from the state or the federal level. 2012 looks to be a year full of changes, and we hope you stay tuned as developments occur...
News Links
Oregon Department of Energy Update - 2/24/12
New rules for Renewable Energy Development Grants now in effect
Solicitation for Applications for REAP grants - 1/31/12
USDA program application schedule announced
SWCC Issues First Certifications
Certification body issues labels for the Bergey Excel 10 and Southwest Windpower Skystream 3.7
Small Wind Certification Webinar
This webinar describes commonalities and differences between three standards, including requirements, testing methods, design evaluations, and other expectations
2010 U.S. Small Wind Market Report
Policy Links
Oregon's Ten Year Energy Plan
Website for the Task Force Committee appointed by Governor Kitzhauber.
The Energy Plan will be open for public comment this spring and may be finalized as early as June, 2012.
DSIREUSA.ORG
The Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency
Oregon Department of Energy
Renewable Energy Business Incentive Information from the State's Department of Energy
Energy Trust of Oregon
More Information about the Small Wind Program from Energy Trust
USDA assistance
US Dept. of Agriculture offers loans and grant opportunities through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)