Quick Fact – Decatur Island Solar Expansion
On May 8, 2026: San Juan County Hearing Examiner Gary N. McLean officially approved the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the project, finding that all requirements were found to be … Read more
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Quick Fact – OPALCO Annual Audits
Each year, OPALCO’s finances are examined by an independent third-party auditing firm. For 2025 the Board hired Baker Tilly, a national auditing firm. This kind of independent oversight is one … Read more
Quick Fact: OPALCO’s 2025 Renewable Energy Survey
OPALCO’s Renewable Energy Dilemma The 2025 member survey revealed something important: OPALCO members support reliable, affordable, and cleaner electricity — but many of the projects needed to provide that power … Read more
Quick Fact: Rock Island Communications
Rock Island is OPALCO’s wholly-owned subsidiary. Together they have built a hybrid fiber and LTE wireless network to meet the needs of our rural, remote territory. This robust communication system … Read more
Decatur Solar Expansion Project Continues with Modification to Site Plan
The OPALCO Board held a special board meeting on Tuesday, April 21 to discuss the Decatur Community Solar project and determine next steps. In a 5-2 vote, the OPALCO Board … Read more
OPALCO ANNUAL MEMBER FESTIVAL: May 8 at 3 pm, Lopez Island
Get ready for the OPALCO Annual Member Festival on May 8 at 3 pm., when Lopez Center for Community and the Arts will be transformed into a hub of fun, … Read more