
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 »

2023 Oregon Legislative Session Starts
Posted on January 17, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, General Interest, Energy, Telecommunications
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, General Interest, Energy
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 »
