Tell Regulators Cascade Customers Want Lower Bills, Not Higher Profits

This year, Cascade Natural Gas is asking regulators to approve a 17.4% increase in home billing rates. This is the first time Cascade has asked for a big increase since 2020. Cascade’s initial request includes infrastructure projects, higher profits for shareholders, and investments in renewable natural gas. CUB is also investigating the gas utility’s policy that requires customers to subsidize new hookups for homes and businesses, expanding the gas system.

Overall, Cascade is requesting $16.4 million from all customers. $10.3 million of the request would apply to residential customers. Households could see average home gas bills rise to $75 per month (an $11 per month increase). The impact would be even greater in the winter months when usage is higher. For an average customer paying $119 in January 2025, Cascade’s request would raise that to about $135 in January 2027. If approved, this increase would go into effect on October 31, 2026. Additionally, Cascade will be asking for its annual adjustment for fuel costs on top of this rate case, so customers may see further increases this year.

We need your help to stop gas bills from going up for questionable investments, expanding the gas system, and higher profits for shareholders.