Why Local Renewable Projects? Mainland Power Demand Will Soon Exceed Supply
OPALCO is Preparing for Mainland Rolling Blackouts Did you know the Northwest power grid almost crashed during the January 2024 cold snap? As the hydro system hit capacity, the region …
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Quick Fact: Bailer Hill Microgrid
Note: This project is currently in permitting and will be offered to members when permits are complete, hopefully in 2024. The Bailer Hill Microgrid project on San Juan Island is …
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Quick Fact: OPALCO Solar Rate for residential members
OPALCO’s solar rate is designed to encourage local renewable generation while also collecting revenue to cover the cost of service. Solar producers use the grid to buy and sell power. …
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Quick Fact: OPALCO Tidal Energy Pilot Project
Tidal Energy to Increase Energy Resilience and Advance Renewable Energy Goals Orcas Power and Light Cooperative (OPALCO) is a non-profit cooperative electric utility providing service in San Juan County, WA …
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Quick Fact: Understanding the Change in Solar Rates
How will the new rate structure affect member generators? The average solar producer will pay a little more to OPALCO each year, but there are many factors (such as size …
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Quick Fact: Decatur Island Battery Storage Project
The microgrid that OPALCO built on Decatur Island includes a battery storage project paired with a Community Solar Array. The project can operate independently from the electrical grid. This is …
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