
What’s the Deal with Hydrogen?
Posted on October 18, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
Hydrogen, in gas form, can be used as an energy fuel. It can be used to generate electricity, as a direct fuel, or as a transportation fuel. This fuel is receiving a lot of attention right now. But what is... Read More »

Identifying Scams Related to Utilities
Posted on May 2, 2023 by Charlie Krouse
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, General Interest
Oregon has seen a rise in scams related to utilities in recent years. PGE estimates scammers cost their customers at least $8,700 in the first six weeks of 2022. This blog lays out how to prevent being scammed and... Read More »

Renters’ Rights: Past Due Utility Bills and Preventing Disconnection
Posted on April 19, 2023 by Charlie Krouse
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
Many households struggle to afford their utility bills at some point. In this blog, we lay out how to ensure you are protected when you cannot afford your utilities as a renter in Oregon.
There are different ways you can... Read More »

Utilities 101: How Can Renters Be Charged for Utilities?
Posted on April 11, 2023 by Charlie Krouse
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
As a renter, there are a few options for how you can be expected to handle your utility. Knowing your rights and responsibilities as a renter is important for making sure your utilities are handled properly!
In your rental agreement,... Read More »

Utilities 101: Understanding your Portland General Electric Bill (2023 Update)
Posted on January 25, 2023 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy, General Interest
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 Portland General Electric (PGE) who have standard... Read More »

Utilities 101: How to Read Your Avista Gas Bill (2022)
Posted on October 5, 2022 by Charlotte Shuff
Tags, Oregon Utilities 101, Energy
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 Avista.
Not an Avista customer? Check out our... Read More »