Go electric this year!
Summer means lots of time outside in the lawn. This year if you need to start replacing your equipment consider going with electric versions of your same favorite tool. OPALCO … Read more
Renewable Energy
Climate Impact and Our Energy Future
Climate impacts are rapidly changing our world and we face big hurdles as we transition away from carbon (fossil fuels). OPALCO is prepared to navigate these challenges but will need … Read more
These two pair nicely – Community Solar & Battery Storage
The battery storage project on Decatur is located in the center of the island on 3.6 acres within our main transmission substation and in proximity to our community solar project. … Read more
Good news for Washingtonians interested in purchasing an EV!
Washington state legislature narrowly passed the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate. This bill will require that all auto manufacturers that sell new model vehicles in Washington state have to have at … Read more
OPALCO’s First Battery Storage Project
OPALCO has a vision for a healthy and sustainable energy future! It includes local renewable energy generation for resilience in times of mainland power outages and to combat rising power … Read more
OPALCO Board Rescinds Dam Resolution in Favor of Collaboration with Membership
At the January 23rd board meeting on Lopez Island, the OPALCO Board voted unanimously to rescind Resolution 2-2019, which was enacted in September 2019 in support of the Federal Columbia … Read more