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
Newsroom
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
OPALCO Board Nominations are OPEN!
It’s that time of year when OPALCO members step up to run for the Board of Directors! Nominations are now open for the 2025 election. There are three positions open: … Read more
OPALCO Board Passes 2025 Budget and Rates
The 2025 OPALCO annual budget was approved at the November 20th board meeting including a 6% rate increase for all members. This works out to an increase of approximately $11/month … Read more
The Co-op Way: Capital Credit Checks are in the Mail!
Just in time for the holiday season, more than $1.1M in capital credit checks are going out to longtime OPALCO members this month, as they do each year. As a co-op, OPALCO does … Read more