Founded in 1979, Solar Oregon is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Supported by its member organizations and individuals, Solar Oregon provides outreach and education on solar technology and its applications, methods for improving energy efficiency, and ideas for building a carbon-neutral future. Recognizing that business plays a crucial role in reducing our environmental footprint, Solar Oregon also reaches out to the professional and corporate communities. Solar Oregon envisions a future where human prosperity is achieved through efficient technology and renewable energy, conserving all natural systems and resources. Solar Oregon believes that solar energy is not only an essential part of life, but that it can also play a major role in meeting our energy needs. Together with their members, partners and volunteers, they are building a body of people, knowledge and success that benefits all Oregonians.