Tell Regulators NW Natural Customers Want Lower Bills, Not Higher Profits

This year, NW Natural is asking for a 7% increase in billing rates for its household gas customers. The gas utility filed this request with regulators just two months after receiving a rate increase on November 1, 2024. If approved, this would mean a $5.55/month increase for an average household across the year. Winter gas bills would have a larger impact, with new winter bills averaging at about $138 for single-family homes and $136 for multifamily homes. New rates could go into effect November 1, 2025.

Last year, regulators made it clear that if utilities cannot manage their costs, it will come out of their profits. We need our utility regulators to stay consistent with all utilities and reduce profits to help customers avoid skyrocketing energy bills. The company is asking for more money primarily for replacing aging equipment, seismic upgrades, rising costs from inflation, and increasing its allowable profits. This request to increase profits would cost customers millions of dollars each year.

Take action now and tell legislators NW Natural customers want lower bills, not higher profits!