On Monday, regulators at the Oregon Public Utility Commission approved a rate increase of an estimated 17% for residential customers of Portland General Electric (PGE). This could be the largest rate increase in more than 20 years.

An average household... Read More »

Fall is officially upon us: changing leaves, pumpkin patches, and cold weather. While there are many reasons to love this season, increasing energy bills from heating are not one of them.

As we face multiple rate increases for NW Natural,... Read More »

On November 1, 2023, new natural gas prices went into effect for Oregon households. In recent history, gas prices have overwhelmingly increased.

This year, many customers across the state will see a welcome decrease in gas bills. Despite falling market... Read More »

Oregon is moving forward in reducing climate pollution from our energy systems. Gas utilities need clear plans to show how they will meet regulations without skyrocketing costs for customers.

Cascade, Oregon’s third largest gas utility, serves gas customers in southern and eastern... Read More »

Hydrogen, in gas form, can be used as an energy fuel. It can be used to generate electricity, as a direct fuel, or as a transportation fuel. This fuel is receiving a lot of attention right now. But what is... Read More »

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 »