Making Your Utility Services Affordable, Accessible, Reliable, and Clean
Established in 1984, CUB has over 40 years of experience advocating for consumers’ utility interests. We are a trusted voice in the utility industry and work with community organizations, policymakers, and utility leaders to develop solutions that address current and emerging utility issues.
Latest News
2026 Conference: Data Centers: New Kids On the Block Panel
Posted on July 9, 2026 by Cassie Allen
Tags, General Interest, Conference & Events
CUB’s Annual Energy Policy Conference is back and better than ever! We’ve recruited industry experts and community leaders to speak on local solutions to the global challenges facing Oregon’s energy sector.... Read More »
Know Your Rights: Cooling Protections for Renters
Posted on July 7, 2026 by Cassie Allen
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, General Interest
Unfortunately, climate change-fueled hot summers have become the norm in Oregon. With this new reality, staying cool is no longer a luxury; it’s necessary to stay safe and healthy in our... Read More »
Summer Energy Saving Tips (2026)
Posted on July 2, 2026 by Cassie Allen
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, General Interest
Summer is officially here! As temperatures rise, we need to take steps to stay cool in our homes for our health and safety, regardless of whether we rent or own. Read... Read More »
CUB at Work
Advocacy
All Oregonians deserve access to the utilities that help them thrive. For almost 40 years, we have advocated to make Oregon utilities affordable, accessible, reliable, and clean. Our team of advocates works at every level of utility policy in Oregon. Learn more about our work on electricity, gas, phone, and internet!
Consumer Education
Information about your utilities should be accessible to everyone. Utility analysis and policy language can be challenging for the average person to understand and hard to take action on. We speak the language of the industry and regulators so you don’t have to. Learn more about your utilities!
Building Power
Your voice can make a difference in improving your utilities. We help connect you to the utility issues that impact your household. Together, we can achieve policies that work for people, not profits. Learn how you can speak up for better utilities in Oregon!
CUB Energy Policy Conference
The CUB Energy Policy Conference is designed as a day of discussion, networking, and sharing diverse perspectives. This conference is ideal for community groups, regulators, advocates, utility representatives, attorneys, or those interested in our region’s energy industry. This annual event is held each October in Portland, Oregon.
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