The 2021 CUB Energy Policy Conference, Changing Climates: Reliability and Resilience in our Energy Systems, took place in a virtual format on Friday, October 15. Those in the audience represented a wide range of stakeholders in the energy policy space,... Read More »

Natural gas is a fossil fuel, and the climate crisis makes clear that we must stop burning fossil fuels. This fact raises questions about the future of natural gas. It also poses significant risks to customers who will likely face... Read More »

Are you interested in using less energy at home? Energy efficiency saves money on energy bills, reduces emissions, and can even make your home more comfortable. There are many ways to lower your home energy use, including installing energy efficient... Read More »

Portland General Electric (PGE) has agreed to pay off its share of the construction costs of Colstrip power plant by 2025 due to CUB’s advocacy. Colstrip is the last of the coal power plants serving PGE customers. PGE is one of... Read More »

Pacific Power (also known as PacifiCorp) filed its 2021 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) on September 1, 2021, with the Oregon Public Utility Commission (PUC). The IRP is a long-term (typically 20 years) resource acquisition plan that utilities in Oregon are... Read More »

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 Idaho Power who have standard bills. If... Read More »