The Odds – Saving Energy, Saving Money
In the heart of Orcas Island, on Madrona Point, stands the historic Odd Fellows hall, which has served as a community hub for over 130 years. The hall has seen … Read more
Energy Efficiency & Conservation
OPALCO energy efficiency and conservation news and links to programs
OPALCO Board Passes 2023 Budget and Rates
The 2023 OPALCO annual budget was approved at the November 17th board meeting including a 6% rate increase for all members, funding for construction of the Bailer Hill Community Solar … Read more
MORE Program Ends
Many OPALCO members have been participating in our Member-Owned Renewable Energy (MORE) program. Green blocks (or leaves) were added to the bill each month to support the MORE Program, which … Read more
Spring into Action for Energy Efficiency!
$46M Available for Co-op Member Projects In case you haven’t heard the news, OPALCO has $46M in UDSA Rural Energy Savings dollars available for co-op members to spend on energy … Read more
Save Now! Pay Later! OPALCO’s Switch It Up program expands: $46M in funds available for efficiency projects
OPALCO members can now finance up $100,000 (per membership) in efficiency upgrades for their home or business. Projects that qualify include home heating units (ducted and ductless), smart thermostats, weatherization … Read more
Take Climate Change Action with OPALCO! Stewards, Energy Roundtables and Island Way Workshops
Are you looking for things you can DO to combat climate change? Is there a home energy efficiency project you’d like to DO this year? Do you have ideas for … Read more