Big Winds Knock Power out for 18+ Hours in San Juan County
In the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 13th, a big storm hit the Northwest region of Washington state with wind gusts of 50-65 mph in the San Juan Island … Read more
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Run for the OPALCO Board: Help Shape our Energy Future! Deadline for Nominations is January 27th
Now is your chance for a seat at the table as the OPALCO Board plans the future power supply for San Juan County. OPALCO is seeking nominations for board candidates … Read more
No More Overhead Powerlines in Eastsound!
Starting January 15th, OPALCO will begin the process of replacing the overhead powerlines on Prune Alley. Moving the lines underground will increase reliability by reducing the likelihood of power outages … Read more
NO Increase to OPALCO Rates in 2021! Community Solar Project Coming to San Juan Island.
The OPALCO Board of Directors passed the 2021 Co-op budget at their November 24 meeting and approved a zero percent rate increase – that’s NO rate increase – in consideration … Read more
OPALCO’s Project PAL – Help your Neighbor
As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, power bills go up and many islanders struggle to make ends meet. This year, more than ever, islanders will have to … Read more
Why run for OPALCO’s Board of Directors? Help lead us through the big shift to a clean energy future!
OPALCO is looking for qualified individuals to run for the Co-op board of directors. Nominations open on December 9th for two positions in District 2 (Orcas, Armitage, Big Double, Blakely, Fawn, Little … Read more