
Natural Gas Prices Are Going Up Before Winter
Posted on August 3, 2022 by Bob Jenks
Tags, Energy, General Interest
Editor’s Note: Regulators approved increases for all three natural gas utilities. Read about the results on the CUB Blog.
Oregon’s three natural gas utilities are preparing for another round of large bill increases. Last week, they all filed their rate proposals for the winter... Read More »

What is Clean Energy?
Posted on July 28, 2022 by Sudeshna Pal and Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy
Over the past few years, Oregon has passed quite a few laws and regulations to clean up our energy system and address climate change. From the 100% Clean Electricity Bill to the Climate Protection Program, there is a lot to... Read More »

Changing Rules to Prevent Utility Shutoffs
Posted on July 26, 2022 by Jennifer Hill-Hart
Tags, Energy
The Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC), the state’s utility regulator, is proposing new rules to protect customers from utility shutoffs. Utility shutoffs are more than an inconvenience - they are incredibly painful, dangerous, and expensive for families. Low-income households and people... Read More »

Outpouring of Public Hearing Comments Shows Need for Stronger Regulation of Natural Gas
Posted on July 21, 2022 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy
On July 12, the Public Utility Commission held a series of public hearings on the future of natural gas in Oregon. Over the course of the day, regulators heard from consumer advocates, environmental justice advocates, and representatives from the gas... Read More »

Where Our Energy Comes from: Hells Canyon Hydro Power
Posted on July 19, 2022 by Will Gehrke
Tags, Energy
Where does our energy come from? Here at CUB, much of our work is predicated on the belief that shedding light on this question for utility customers is good for their interests. In this blog, CUB explains the role of... Read More »

Busting Gas Myths: Heat Pumps vs. Gas Heating
Posted on July 14, 2022 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Energy
When looking at available options for heating and cooling your home, you want the best bang for your buck. One of the common myths circulated about natural gas is that it is the most efficient option. Gas and electricity are... Read More »
