Supporting California and Preparing Locally
The OPALCO team has been watching the devastation that Southern California is experiencing with the latest bout of wildfires. Our hearts go out to the individuals, families, and businesses that … Read more
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Local Power Generation: Why the Bailer Hill Microgrid: Part 2 of 3
The Bailer Hill Microgrid project on San Juan Island is a future Community Solar and battery storage site. Community Solar is a local solution to offset expensive mainland power and offer … Read more
Pardon our dust: Upcoming construction along Pear Point Road
San Juan County has a recovery strategy for protection of salmon populations which includes the Jackson Beach Restoration Project. As part of the plan, OPALCO is moving the transmission poles … Read more
Why Local Generation Is Important: Part 1 of 3
OPALCO has been providing reliable power to the islands since 1937. Electricity is an essential and critical component to the modern-day lifestyles powering our hospitals, grocery stores, heating systems, and … Read more
Make Your Home Cozy and Comfortable
Save Money and Energy with Weatherization tips Are you someone who turns off the light every time you leave the room or turns off appliances when you aren’t using them? … Read more
Piecing Together Technology
Students Learn to Build Electric Vehicles The students in Friday Harbor High School’s EV Principles STEM class have been busy turning wrenches on a hands-on project. Since October, the students—under … Read more