
2023 Legislative Priorities for Oregon Utility Customers
Posted on February 9, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, General Interest, Energy, Telecommunications
This year, we’re advocating for new legislation that would protect utility customers, make our buildings more energy efficient, and continue Oregon’s path towards a clean energy future. Read on for CUB’s 2023 priorities for the Oregon Legislative Session!
We have big ambitions for this... Read More »

Action Alert: Support the Oregon Right to Repair Act (2023)
Posted on February 7, 2023 by Jennifer Hill-Hart
Tags, General Interest, Energy
Editor’s Note: Want to take action on Right to Repair? Tell your state legislator to support the Oregon Right to Repair Act today!
This year, CUB is supporting the Right to Repair Act (SB 542). This bill expands your ability to repair your... Read More »

26% Renewable Energy? No Longer Unthinkable
Posted on February 1, 2023 by Bob Jenks
Tags, General Interest, Energy
CUB has pushed for clean, renewable electricity for decades. While we may not have always been in the majority, we were on the right side of history.
Here are just a few of the things that were said in 2007... Read More »

Utilities 101: Understanding your Portland General Electric Bill (2023 Update)
Posted on January 25, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, General Interest, Energy
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, General Interest, Energy
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 »
