CUB is excited to welcome Cassie Allen as our new Development Associate. As a fundraiser and grants manager, Cassie brings the much needed experience to support CUB’s advocacy work. While our advocates work to keep Oregonians’ lights on, Cassie will help us... Read More »

NW Natural residential customers’ bills will increase again starting March 15. This is a $6.73 monthly increase for the average household. This new rate will continue through October 31, 2023. 

Spring Increase a Result of Winter Bill Credits

Last year, NW... Read More »

This year, gas companies are trying to expand a natural gas pipeline through Bend. CUB is concerned about this large investment’s impact on Cascade customers’ bills and the utility meeting emission reduction requirements. CUB recently urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission... Read More »

CUB is excited to welcome Charlie Krouse as our new Outreach Associate. They are joining CUB with a wealth of experience in organizing, community outreach, and policy work in Oregon.

Charlie has worked in climate and reproductive justice policy for... Read More »

Editor’s Note: Legislators are considering this bill now. Take action and tell legislators to support this bill!

While you may be reading this message online, many Oregonians are still unable to access the internet. Our state needs to improve broadband infrastructure and... Read More »

Editor’s Note: The House Committee On Climate, Energy, and Environment is holding a hearing on the Utility Consumer Protection Bill on 3/1. Take action and tell legislators to support this bill!

Utilities are investing billions of dollars in pipelines and power plants,... Read More »