Editor’s Note 10/29/25: Now that the POWER Act has passed, we have moved into the phase of making it a reality. Regulators at the Oregon Public Utility Commission are reviewing new policies to hold data centers accountable for their own energy... Read More »

Learn More: Download our New Summer Disconnection Protections One Pager

Oregon’s summers are getting hotter and longer, with extreme heat, wildfires, and bad air quality becoming the new norm. Cooling your home and safely staying indoors during extreme weather isn’t a luxury—it’s... Read More »

What is a Data Center?

From the outside, data centers don’t look like much. They are big buildings, often appearing as unassuming warehouses or office parks. But inside, these centers house vast networks of computing and storage resources.

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I recently had the opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. During my trip, I met with members of the Oregon Congressional Delegation and staff to discuss ways that the federal government was impacting Oregon utility customers.

CUB Meets with Congress Members

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The Senate Committee on Energy & Environment held a public hearing and written comment period for HB 3546 on April 30th & May 5th. We expect a vote in this committee in the coming weeks. If you would like to help move... Read More »

Are you an Avista gas customer living in an apartment or other multi-family unit? Learn how to save money on your gas bill with the multi-family billing rate.

This year, CUB staff found that many households living in multi-family units, such... Read More »