
Utilities 101: Understanding your Portland General Electric Bill (2023 Update)
Posted on January 25, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
For many customers, understanding what goes into your monthly energy bill can be confusing. In this blog series, we will discuss how to understand your energy bill. This guide is for customers of Portland General Electric (PGE) who have standard... Read More »

Questions About Gas Stoves? Look Toward Induction!
Posted on January 24, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy, General Interest
There has been a lot of buzz recently about gas stoves. Whether you have a gas stove or are considering purchasing one, you may have some questions.
Both nationally and locally, government safety watchdogs are concerned about health risks associated... Read More »

NW Natural’s Resource Planning Raises Questions at CUB
Posted on January 19, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff, Bob Jenks and Will Gehrke
Tags, Energy
In late 2022, NW Natural filed its long-term resource plan with state utility regulators. As Oregon moves forward in reducing climate pollution from our energy systems, this plan will have long-lasting impacts on meeting state goals.
The main question NW Natural... Read More »

2023 Oregon Legislative Session Starts
Posted on January 17, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy, Telecommunications, General Interest
Every year, CUB staff works hard to advocate for fair and affordable utilities in Salem. We are excited to get to work at the 2023 Oregon Legislative Session.
Although many bills are still in the works CUB will be advocating... Read More »

Pacific Power Bills Increase in 2023
Posted on January 12, 2023 by Will Gehrke
Tags, Energy, General Interest
Editor’s Note: Some of the press has indicated a smaller percentage increase for residential Pacific Power customers in 2023. However, there was an error in reporting the correct price increase.
Pacific Power residential customers received a large rate increase increased on... Read More »

CUB’s Top Priorities: Advocating for Consumers in 2023
Posted on January 10, 2023 by Bob Jenks and Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy, Telecommunications, General Interest
Although 2023 is just starting, CUB staff is already hard at work. This year, we’re tackling major issues facing Oregonians’ utility needs: fighting increasing energy bills, pushing for more energy-efficient buildings, and working to create a just clean energy future.
Take a... Read More »

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