Central Oregon homeowners looking to save money on their utility bills may find help from Energy Trust of Oregon.

The Portland-based nonprofit offers free energy reviews to help homeowners identify energy savings on their electric or gas bills.

Since 2003, Energy Trust has been offering energy reviews, said Marshall Johnson, residential program manager, and they can be conducted online, over the telephone or in person at the home.

The review, Johnson said, will help identify a customized list of energy-saving improvements.

Energy-saving devices including compact fluorescent lighting — which uses about 75 percent less energy than incandescent bulbs — and energy-saving water devices, like high-performance showerheads and faucet aerators, can also be installed. An energy saving kit will be sent to customers completing the review online or over the phone. The nonprofit offers the service to customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas.

“The goal is to educate the customer about opportunities for energy-saving improvements in their homes, Energy Trust cash incentives and local trade-allied contractors who can help them implement those improvements,” Johnson said.

Details

To take part in a home energy review, homeowners can visit www.energytrust.org/start or call 1-866-368-7878.