Air Conditioning Unit Waitlist Open in Portland-Area

As we head into the warmer months, we know how important it is to stay safe and cool in your home. Thanks to Cooling Portland, an initiative funded through Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF), thousands of cooling units are set to be distributed and installed throughout the metro region.

Need one?

Either call 3-1-1 today to inquire about the units, or fill out the online application here. Please note, applications do not guarantee that you will receive a unit.

Please understand that there may be a waitlist to receive a unit. The following organizations are serving as partners in the Cooling Portland program. Community Alliance of Tenants is NOT affiliated with this program.

  • African American Alliance for Homeownership

  • APANO

  • Ecumenical Ministry of Oregon (EMO)

  • Latino Network

  • Northwest Native Chamber (NWNC) 

  • Somali American Council of Oregon (SACOO)

  • Verde

In 2022, CAT alongside other community partners helped secure the Right to Cooling legislation in the Oregon legislature guaranteeing tenants the right to lifesaving cooling equipment. Read more about your rights under Right to Cooling below.

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