While residents often pay their own utility bills, many multifamily properties offer perks such as use of common areas and paid water bills. When properties pay for energy and residents control use, it can be difficult to achieve savings. However, promoting energy conservation can help properties lower utility bills. Here are some tips to encourage … Continue reading Promote Energy Conservation to Reduce Spending on Utility Bills
Case Study Feature: Red Rock Creek Commons
Name:Red Rock Creek Commons Location:Tigard, OR Property Size:1 Building, 48 Units Project Type and Pathway:New Construction, Whole Building Reserved Incentive:$122,576 Electric Energy Savings:49% Compared to Code122,576 kWh Measures Summary:The Oregon Multifamily Energy Program incentivized the following energy efficiency measures proposed at Red Rock Creek Commons: High Efficiency Ventilation FansPackaged Terminal Heat PumpsEfficient WindowsWall InsulationRoof InsulationLED … Continue reading Case Study Feature: Red Rock Creek Commons
New Bi-Monthly Newsletter Publication Schedule
Starting in June of 2020, the Oregon Multifamily Energy Program (OR-MEP) newsletter is shifting to a bi-monthly publication schedule. The next OR-MEP newsletter will publish in August 2020. The OR-MEP team is excited to continue delivering relevant, timely and informative news and updates through the newsletter. Stay up to date with program happenings between newsletters … Continue reading New Bi-Monthly Newsletter Publication Schedule
Resident Education Highlight: Savings That Count Fact Sheet
The OR-MEP team developed a series of resident education pieces for property managers to implement at their properties to help residents understand and reduce their energy use. These resources are designed to raise awareness about energy efficiency in a practical and relatable format. The Savings That Count fact sheet provides an apartment layout residents can … Continue reading Resident Education Highlight: Savings That Count Fact Sheet
Our Commitment: Actively Anti-Racist
Special Director's MessageOregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is committed to combating white supremacy and to dismantling structural racism. Read the special June 3rd Director’s Message here. OR-MEP StatementThe Oregon Multifamily Energy Program (OR-MEP) stands in solidarity with Black communities – in Oregon and across the nation – in the fight against racial injustice and … Continue reading Our Commitment: Actively Anti-Racist
OR-MEP Training Webinar: A Multifamily Overview of the 2019 Oregon Zero Energy Ready Commercial Code
The Multifamily Overview of the 2019 Oregon Zero Energy Ready Commercial Code webinar is hosted by OR-MEP and the Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) and focuses on the 2019 Oregon Zero Energy Ready Commercial Code. The current commercial energy code is applicable to projects permitted on or after January 1, 2020. This training covers: What’s changed … Continue reading OR-MEP Training Webinar: A Multifamily Overview of the 2019 Oregon Zero Energy Ready Commercial Code
Resident Education Highlight: Children’s Activity Booklet
The OR-MEP team developed a series of resident education pieces for property managers to implement at their properties to help residents understand and reduce their energy use. These resources are designed to raise awareness about energy efficiency in a practical and relatable format. The Children’s Activity Sheet is designed to teach a younger audience (ages … Continue reading Resident Education Highlight: Children’s Activity Booklet
Case Study Feature: Henry Building
Name:Henry Building Location:Portland, OR Property Size:1 Building, 173 Units Project Type and Pathway:Existing Building, Whole Building Reserved Incentive:$88,327 Electric Energy Savings:22% Compared to Code110,409 kWh Measures Summary:The Oregon Multifamily Energy Program incentivized the following energy efficiency measures proposed at Henry Building: Mini-Split Heat PumpIn-Unit Window Watcher ThermostatsRoof InsulationAir SealingEfficient Storm WindowsLED Lighting: In-Unit and Common … Continue reading Case Study Feature: Henry Building
OR-MEP Energy Modeling Guidelines
Oregon Multifamily Energy Program (OR-MEP) recently released new Energy Modeling Guidelines. The Energy Modeling Guidelines describe the modeling requirements for projects pursuing the Whole Building Path for both Existing Building and New Construction projects, and serve as supplement to the OHCS Multifamily Energy Program Manual. The Whole Building Path, which is designed for projects interested … Continue reading OR-MEP Energy Modeling Guidelines
Resident Education Resources
The OR-MEP team developed a series of resident education pieces for property managers to implement at their properties to help residents reduce energy use. These resources are designed to raise awareness about energy efficiency in a practical and relatable format. The resources include: Children’s Activity Booklet: This booklet is designed to introduce children to energy … Continue reading Resident Education Resources