OPALCO filed a Draft License Application with the Federal Regulatory Commission (FERC) today for a 10-year pilot project license for OPALCO’s proposed Rosario Strait Tidal Energy Project. In June 2024, … Read more
OPALCO is Preparing for Mainland Rolling Blackouts Did you know the Northwest power grid almost crashed during the January 2024 cold snap? As the hydro system hit capacity, the region … Read more
Electric utility distribution cooperatives operate on a member-owned, nonprofit basis, ensuring that the communities they serve receive reliable and affordable electricity. As a member of such a cooperative, individuals enjoy … Read more
VOTE IN OPALCO’S ELECTION! VOTERS ELIGIBLE TO WIN PRIZES! The OPALCO election opens March 5th and the Co-op will be hosting a Candidate Forum on that same day so co-op … Read more
What’s our energy future going to be? The OPALCO team attended and presented at the San Juan County Council meeting on February 10th. The team outlined the dire situation that … Read more
The Bailer Hill Microgrid project on San Juan Island is a future Community Solar and battery storage site. In “Part 1: Why Local, Renewable Power Generation,” OPALCO outlined the critical point … Read more
