October is National Co-op Month!
Co-ops in the San Juan Islands are teaming up to celebrate National Co-op month. OPALCO, San Juan Island Food Co-op and Orcas Food Co-op are all hosting member appreciation events … Read more
Author: Krista Bouchey
Lots of Opportunities to Participate in Your Local Co-op
OPALCO is a member-owned cooperative committed to democratic member control and community involvement. In the coming weeks, there are a number of opportunities for OPALCO members to join in conversation … Read more
Survey Results Show Support for Community Solar; Proposals sought for design and construction
More than 1,200 members responded to an online survey about Community Solar, measuring preferences, appetite and collecting narrative comments. In a nutshell, the membership is very interested in Community Solar … Read more
OPALCO Submarine Cable Named for George Goff – Golden Ticket Winners Chosen
This September, a historic event takes place that ensures islanders can maintain their quality of life for the next 50+ years. OPALCO will install 13,596 feet of a new, efficient … Read more
San Juan County Youth Scholars Shine at Regional Youth Rally
Six San Juan County high-school students attended the Co-op Youth Rally at The College of Idaho as part of OPALCO’s Nourdine Jensen Cooperative Youth Scholarship Program. During the week-long leadership … Read more
Buyer Beware: Greenwashing Renewable Energy Credits
Energy consumers in the region have received marketing materials from for-profit corporations offering “renewable energy” as an alternative to their regular power company’s services. Buyer beware! These companies are acting as … Read more