Orcas Center Powers Up!
Orcas Center is a local hub of culture and community for Orcas Island and greater San Juan County. Incorporated as a nonprofit arts and cultural organization in 1976, Orcas Center … Read more
Energy Efficiency & Conservation
OPALCO energy efficiency and conservation news and links to programs
Powering the Future
Home battery systems can revolutionize energy independence As energy costs fluctuate and concerns about grid reliability and climate change increase, many homeowners are turning to home battery systems as a … Read more
Driving Change: A Local Non-profit Provides EV Rides to Communities in Need
In 2013, two San Juan Islanders, Bob Reilly and Curt VanHyning, saw a desperate need for free or affordable transportation services in Friday Harbor for disabled and elderly members of … Read more
Island Efficiency
A Local Business makes the Switch to Ductless Heatpumps One of the many things that makes the San Juan Islands so special is the rich culture of small and family-owned … Read more
Solar Farming Protects Rural Character
In Colorado, Jack’s Solar Garden pairs traditional farming with solar energy production. The San Juan County Comprehensive Plan calls for rural character and advocates for energy independence. Increasing local energy … 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