As a co-op, OPALCO is committed to its members. Here is a list of topics created to answer frequently asked questions:

• • NRECA: National Rural Electric Cooperatives Association supports our  local co-op and our employees to better serve our membership.
  • Wireless Services: We follow all federal and industry guidelines for the health and safety of our members.
  • Ocean Health: OPALCO is committed to reducing carbon emissions for the health of the Salish Sea.
  • Cost of Service: Your power bill = the cost to deliver power.
  • Switch It Up!:  Beneficial Electrification can save members money.
  • Whales and Our Hydro System:  OPALCO supports our whales and our hydro system.
  • Debt and Capital Project: As not-for-profits, co-ops use debt to finance capital projects.
  • Rock Island and OPALCO: Together we are providing our island community with critical infrastructure.
  • Rates and Affordability: Keeping rates as low as possible.
  • Staff Compensation: Hiring and retaining top notch personnel is critical to the operation of OPALCO’s complex electrical and communications systems.
  • Elections: OPALCO’s Board of Director election is a cornerstone of Co-op Democracy.