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As Central Oregon grows, more homes, more businesses, and more infrastructure place additional pressure on the resources and natural spaces we care about. This makes it all the more important for us to make energy choices that align with our values. Read more about how rooftop solar can help you make an impact, not just in your home or business, but in our community.

Energy rate increases have hit Central Oregon residents hard in recent years, and this trend is taking hold across the nation, with the typical American household paying 30% more in electricity in 2025 than in 2021. Further rate hikes in our region are likely over the next several years, but what is behind increasing power bills? And how can homeowners protect themselves?

For many households in Central Oregon, the motivation behind installing solar is about more than saving on your power bill; it’s about resilience. Solar, especially when paired with battery storage, is a practical way to keep daily life running smoothly amidst regional wildfires, public safety shutoffs, and winter storms that knock the power out.

As 2025 draws to a close, the federal solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for residential systems is set to expire, leaving many Central Oregon homeowners wondering: is solar still a smart move? The answer remains a resounding yes, perhaps now more than ever.

When we talk with customers about the benefits of solar + battery storage, we speak from lived experience. That’s because the building where we operate serves as more than just our headquarters, it’s a working example of what clean energy can accomplish.

As National Clean Energy Week kicks off, we’re recognizing the families, businesses, and policymakers who are helping to move the needle on solar and renewable energy. Despite federal policies introducing uncertainty to the solar industry, the wins here in Oregon and across the nation are adding up.

Central Oregon is home to an impressive network of nonprofits that bring hope and dignity to our neighbors in need and positive change to our community. In this post, we’re shining a spotlight on these organizations and sharing information about how you can get involved.

For the tenth year in a row, E2 Solar has been recognized by Solar Power World as a Top 500 Solar Contractor. In this year’s (2025’s) list, E2 is ranked at No. 368 in the nation, having installed 729 kW of solar power in 2024. This is a major win for clean energy in Oregon!

Resilience is more than weathering storms or blackouts. It’s also about understanding how changing economic conditions and political shakeups — of which there are many in 2025 — can impact your household, and making smart energy decisions with full confidence.

You may have heard the claim that installing solar panels is a household improvement that will “pay for itself,” which can be true over the long term, but the reality can be much more… complicated. For one thing, the cost of a solar system — and the amount of money it can potentially save you — varies widely from household to household.