CUB Energy Policy Conference

As Oregon feels the impact of climate change, we’re seeing more power outages caused by extreme weather events. Winter ice storms can affect above-ground power lines and interrupt our energy services.

In 2021, Oregon utility customers experienced some of the worst... Read More »

Have you ever wondered how the energy to cook meals, turn on your lights, or watch TV gets to you? Though we rarely think about it, the answer is the power grid, a vast system that fuels our modern way... Read More »

Join us in celebrating another successful year of work at CUB! As we reach the final stretch of 2023, there are many victories to celebrate. Your support this year helped advance our work to make Oregon’s utilities affordable, accessible, reliable, and... Read More »

Pacific Power households will see a rate increase starting on January 1, 2024. The average residential customer will see an average monthly bill increase of $12.83 (11%). The impact of the bill increase varies depending on actual energy usage for... Read More »

CUB is excited to welcome Abigail Parnall as our new Community Organizer.

Abigail has a passion for equity and a deep love for community building. She has a background in resource navigation, outreach, and non-profit involvement. As a Community Organizer,... Read More »

It’s time for another day in the life of a CUB staff member. Today, we’re proud to introduce you to John Garrett, CUB’s Utility Analyst.

Have you ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a Utility Analyst? For John, no two... Read More »