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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Energy Champion Winnie Adams
Winnie Adams came to Waldron Island in the late 1970s to spend time with her brother and his children. Her parents were already living on Orcas Island, which made for … Read more
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
Meet Zoe and Tony: Put on a sweater and meet some cool new neighbors
Zoe and Tony Grosinger moved to Orcas 2.5 years ago. They fell in love with the island when they were scouting out a venue for their wedding. They were looking … 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