
NW Natural Builds New Facility with Tyson Foods
Posted on September 12, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff and Will Gehrke
Tags, Energy
As Oregon utilities move to meet climate regulations, gas utilities are beginning to turn toward renewable natural gas. NW Natural, the state’s largest gas utility, plans to rely heavily on non-fossil methane.
The Climate Protection Plan requires the utility to reduce... Read More »

Avista Gas Has Not Shown it Can Meet Climate Regulations
Posted on September 6, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff and John Garrett
Tags, Energy
Oregon is moving forward in reducing climate pollution from our energy systems. Utilities need clear plans to show how they will meet regulations without skyrocketing costs for customers. Avista has failed to meet both of these expectations. Avista is our state’s... Read More »

2023 Conference: Morning Breakout Panels Announced
Posted on August 24, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Conference & Events
We’re just over a month away from the 13th Annual CUB Energy Policy Conference! CUB is proud to announce this year’s morning breakout panels.
Register today! Early bird discounts are available until September 1.
2023 CUB Energy Policy Conference
Building(s) for an Equitable... Read More »

Utilities Move Forward with Electric Transportation Planning
Posted on August 22, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy
Every three years, Oregon’s largest electric utilities are required to submit plans showing how they will support the state’s ambitious plans to transition to clean, electric transportation. This year, Portland General Electric and Pacific Power both submitted plans.
CUB is reviewing... Read More »

Holding PGE Accountable for Safe, Renewable Energy
Posted on August 17, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, General Interest, Energy
This spring, Portland General Electric (PGE) is asking regulators to approve a new bill increase for customers. At $338 million, this is the largest request in over 20 years. PGE’s request includes new investments in utility infrastructure and adjustments for increased... Read More »

2023 Conference Featured Panel: Building People Power
Posted on August 16, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Conference & Events
We’re less than two months away from the 13th Annual CUB Energy Policy Conference! CUB is proud to announce this year’s featured panel: Building People Power.
Register today! Early bird discounts are available until September 1.
Featured Panel: Building People Power
Building a clean... Read More »
