CUB Energy Policy Conference

The Utility Consumer Protection Bill (HB 3152) is officially dead. This bill would have safeguarded utility customers in Oregon from financial risk during the clean energy transition. The proposed bill added protections by moving the cost of fossil fuel expansion... Read More »

Oregon has seen a rise in scams related to utilities in recent years. PGE estimates scammers cost their customers at least $8,700 in the first six weeks of 2022. This blog lays out how to prevent being scammed and... Read More »

CUB and other community advocates are more than ready to see our electric utilities’ first Clean Energy Plans. While advocates have been highly involved in creating these plans, utilities have delayed the process. CUB is concerned that these delays will harm... Read More »

Unwanted robocalls are a widespread problem. A new anti-robocall bill, HB 2759, will further protect Oregon households from financial scams that take away the hard-earned money of our well-meaning friends, family, and neighbors.

Robocalls Harm Oregonians

According to the Oregon Department of... Read More »

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. 

On May 3 at 6pm, PGE customers and community advocates will have a... Read More »

Many households struggle to afford their utility bills at some point. In this blog, we lay out how to ensure you are protected when you cannot afford your utilities as a renter in Oregon.

There are different ways you can... Read More »