CUB Energy Policy Conference

During fire season, harmful smoke from wildfires can have dangerous impacts on Oregonians’ health. To stay safe, it’s critical that households stay connected to power and keep air filters running. No one should lose power due to nonpayment during poor air... Read More »

CUB’s 16th annual Energy Policy Conference, Harnessing Local Energy, is all about keeping it local. This year, we’re bringing together some of the greatest minds in the Pacific Northwest to find local solutions to the global challenges of the energy sector.... Read More »

After months of analysis, questions, and negotiations, all parties have come to an agreement with Cascade on the gas utility’s request to raise customers’ bills. Starting in October, Cascade households are set to see a 12.3% rate increase, down from the... Read More »

At the end of July, CUB hosted its first-ever Grid Infrastructure Bike Tour! Ten community members came out on this sunny summer day to learn about Portland’s electrical grid and how Oregonians can take action to combat energy bill rate increases.... Read More »

Fire, smoke, and heatwaves have sadly become a normal part of Oregon’s summers. Thankfully, permanent rules adopted by state regulators ensure Oregonians have greater consumer protections around disconnection during extreme weather events. These protections are designed to keep more households connected... Read More »

Last year, CUB secured a monumental victory for customers: we passed the FAIR Energy Act (HB 3179)! The 2025 law aims to rein in back-to-back energy bill rate hikes, addressing one of the root causes of Oregon’s energy affordability crisis. Now,... Read More »