Prepare for the New Year with OPALCO
As we approach 2025, Orcas Power and Light Cooperative is preparing for our energy future, and we want our members to get involved. The co-op faces a variety of challenges … Read more
Author: Johanna Lange
Navigating Outages: From the Warehouse to your home
Navigating Outages From the Warehouse to your home Many of us rely on power for the essential functions of our day-to-day lives. Electricity powers our cellphones, laptops, heating systems, lights, … Read more
Island to Island: Local lineworkers make a difference in Jamaica
Earlier this year, NRECA International put out a call to help restore power for hundreds of people in Jamaica who were without electricity following Hurricane Beryl. Two journeymen lineworkers from … Read more
Tidal Energy Pilot Project
A successful effort means locally generated, clean, reliable power for the islands. Earlier this year, Orcas Power & Light Cooperative was awarded a grant through the Department of Energy to … Read more
Lighting Up San Juan Island for the Next Generation
Those of you who live or have spent time on San Juan Island in the past few months may have seen the construction taking place at the Orcas Power & … Read more
Disasters in the Islands: Good News for Anxious Times
Common Sense & Simple Steps to Reassure & Prepare our Community By Brendan Cowan / SJC Emergency Management Director Visit www.islandsready.org/alerts to sign up for the local disaster alert system. Years ago, when … Read more