Free Workshops in Rossland, Castlegar, Trail, and 22 other communitites help homeowners improve comfort, reduce energy use By CBT August 5th, 2026Columbia Basin Trust and the Community Energy Association have partnered to deliver a series of home energy efficiency workshops in 25 Basin communities this fall. Photo courtesy of the Community Energy Association. Homeowners will have access to practical information and hands-on learning opportunities this fall through free Home Energy Efficiency Workshops being offered in 25 communities throughout the region. The workshops are being delivered by the Community Energy Association on behalf of Columbia Basin Trust to help residents better understand how energy is used in their homes and identify practical ways to improve comfort and energy efficiency. Columbia Basin Trust supports the efforts of the people in the Columbia Basin to strengthen social, economic and environmental well-being.