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 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 »

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 »

Here at CUB, we often talk about making Oregon’s utilities more affordable. But what does “affordable” really mean when it comes to a household’s energy bills?

In this blog, we will discuss a standard measure for when energy is unaffordable, called energy... Read More »

As Oregon sees more extreme weather, we’re also seeing more power outages. From wildfires to ice storms, nature can sometimes interrupt our energy services. Preparing early can help make a power outage safer and more manageable for your household.

While there are... Read More »

Oregon natural gas utilities have begun to obtain renewable natural gas in order to meet state climate policies. While this form of gas has a lower carbon intensity than traditional natural gas, its carbon benefits can be difficult to quantify.... Read More »