Quick Fact – Decatur Island Solar Expansion
On May 8, 2026: San Juan County Hearing Examiner Gary N. McLean officially approved the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the project, finding that all requirements were found to be …
Read more Quick Fact – OPALCO Annual Audits
Each year, OPALCO’s finances are examined by an independent third-party auditing firm. For 2025 the Board hired Baker Tilly, a national auditing firm. This kind of independent oversight is one …
Read more Quick Fact: OPALCO’s 2025 Renewable Energy Survey
OPALCO’s Renewable Energy Dilemma The 2025 member survey revealed something important: OPALCO members support reliable, affordable, and cleaner electricity — but many of the projects needed to provide that power …
Read more Quick Fact: Rock Island Communications
Rock Island is OPALCO’s wholly-owned subsidiary. Together they have built a hybrid fiber and LTE wireless network to meet the needs of our rural, remote territory. This robust communication system …
Read more Quick Fact: OPALCO General Manager / CEO Compensation
The General Manager (GM) is one of three positions hired and managed by the OPALCO Board of Directors. The other two are the Auditor and Legal Counsel. The unique characteristics …
Read more Quick Fact: OPALCO vs. a Typical Mainland Electric Utility
Retail Rates: Even though OPALCO’s Retail Rates are either equivalent to or less than US and WA averages, OPALCO manages our complex grid successfully and is able to keep our …
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